LaunchWakeCan I post my startup on Product Hunt?
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
- Outbound links belong in the first comment, not the post.
The rules, in plain English
How to post here safely
- Prepare the gallery, tagline, and maker's first comment in advance.
- Go live at 00:01 PT and rally your network early in the day.
- Don't buy or solicit upvotes — it's grounds for removal.
- Don't launch without assets ready; the 24h window is unforgiving.
Account requirements
- Complete your maker profile: avatar, bio, links, and any past projects.
- Follow and engage on Product Hunt for a couple of weeks so you have some followers before launch day.
- Prepare your gallery assets and first comment (the maker story) in advance.
- Never buy or solicit upvotes — it's grounds for removal.
Source: Product Hunt maker guidance — no follower gate to launch, but a complete profile and an existing following materially improve launch-day reach; vote manipulation is bannable.
Frequently asked
Can I post my startup on Product Hunt?
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 Product Hunt?
Outbound links belong in the first comment, not the post. In short: Don't buy or solicit upvotes — it's grounds for removal.
When is the best time to post on Product Hunt?
Tue 00:01 PT. 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 Product Hunt?
There's no hard rule, but Product Hunt works best with an account at least 14 days old and 30+ followers. (Source: Product Hunt maker guidance — no follower gate to launch, but a complete profile and an existing following materially improve launch-day reach; vote manipulation is bannable.) Tip: Complete your maker profile: avatar, bio, links, and any past projects.
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