LaunchWakeCan I post my startup on Indie Hackers — Show IH?
You can share here directly, provided you follow the format. Posts are rarely removed when they lead with substance instead of a pitch.
Why the ban risk is low
- Rewards transparency; disclose that it's your project.
The rules, in plain English
How to post here safely
- Share real numbers — revenue, users, what worked and what didn't.
- Be transparent about being the maker; the community rewards it.
- Don't post pure promotion; it gets ignored.
Account requirements
- You can't post until IH grants post-creation privileges — a fresh account hits a 'You can't create posts yet' wall.
- Earn it first: leave genuinely thoughtful, effortful comments over ~1–2 weeks; moderators grant lifelong posting access to accounts that contribute authentically.
- Fill out your profile with your real name, product, and a link so you read as a real member.
- The paid shortcut is Indie Hackers Plus, which unlocks posting immediately — otherwise hold your launch draft until access is granted.
Source: Observed 2026-07-08 on /new-post: IH gates post creation ('You can't create posts yet' — participate with effortful comments; moderators grant lifelong access, or unlock via Indie Hackers Plus). No fixed age/karma number — earned via authentic participation or IH Plus.
Frequently asked
Can I post my startup on Indie Hackers — Show IH?
Low ban risk. You can share here directly, provided you follow the format. Posts are rarely removed when they lead with substance instead of a pitch.
What gets posts removed on Indie Hackers — Show IH?
Rewards transparency; disclose that it's your project. In short: Don't post pure promotion; it gets ignored.
When is the best time to post on Indie Hackers — Show IH?
Weekday mornings. Timing helps, but fit and format matter more — a rule-breaking post fails at any hour.
Do I need an established account to post on Indie Hackers — Show IH?
Yes — Indie Hackers — Show IH gates posting on a warmed-up, credible profile. (Source: Observed 2026-07-08 on /new-post: IH gates post creation ('You can't create posts yet' — participate with effortful comments; moderators grant lifelong access, or unlock via Indie Hackers Plus). No fixed age/karma number — earned via authentic participation or IH Plus.) Tip: You can't post until IH grants post-creation privileges — a fresh account hits a 'You can't create posts yet' wall.
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