Engaging on Reddit: a SaaS Founder’s Journey | MrScraper
Since several people have asked how to engage on Reddit or how to promote MrScraper on Reddit to attract more interest effectively, I’ve written an article on the subject. I hope this article can help you, whether you’re a SaaS founder or a SaaS marketer, to make it easier to engage on Reddit.
As a SaaS founder, engaging with the Reddit community can be an incredibly valuable experience. I want to share my journey and tips on effectively engaging on Reddit to build a supportive community around your product.
Finding the Right Subreddits
The first step in engaging with the Reddit community is finding the right subreddits related to your product. For MrScraper, I started by searching for subreddits focused on web scraping, data extraction, and SaaS development. Some of my favorites are r/webscraping, r/SaaS, and r/dataisbeautiful.
Sharing Your Journey
One of the best ways to engage on Reddit is to share your development journey. Redditors love to hear about the behind-the-scenes process of building a product. I regularly posted updates on our progress, challenges we faced, and milestones we achieved. This not only kept the community informed but also made them feel invested in our success.
Seeking Help from the Community
Reddit is an incredible resource when you hit a roadblock. During development, we encountered several technical challenges. Instead of struggling alone, I turned to the community for advice. Whether it was a coding issue or a design dilemma, the responses were always helpful and insightful. Don't hesitate to ask for help – Redditors are usually more than willing to assist.
Promoting Your Product
When it comes to promotion, subtlety is key. Directly promoting your product in a post can often violate subreddit rules and be perceived as spammy. Instead, look for specific threads or posts dedicated to self-promotion. Many subreddits have a weekly or monthly thread where you can share your product. For example, r/startups has a "Show HN" thread every week where founders can promote their startups.
Engaging Without Spamming
To avoid being seen as a spammer, focus on providing value to the community. Answer questions, participate in discussions, and share your expertise. By contributing meaningfully, you build trust and establish yourself as a valuable member of the community. This makes it easier to share your product later on without it seeming like blatant self-promotion.
Engaging on Reddit as a SaaS founder has been an incredibly rewarding experience. By finding the right subreddits, sharing your journey, seeking help, and promoting your product thoughtfully, you can build a supportive community around your SaaS. Remember, Reddit is all about genuine interaction and value – the more you give, the more you’ll get back.
If you’re a founder, I encourage you to dive into Reddit and start engaging with the community. It’s a fantastic way to get feedback, solve problems, and ultimately, grow your product!!!