1. Describe the problem:
I'm an indie developer launching a Telegram bot (in this case, a reminder bot). The product is ready for testing, but I'm hitting the classic "cold start" problem: there's nowhere to get the first 50-100 real, active users to test hypotheses and collect metrics. Existing channels (advertising, marketplaces) are either too expensive given the product's low projected profitability or don't deliver the target audience.
2. How often does the problem occur?
The problem occurs cyclically, with every new project or major update. For my current bot, it's critical right now.
3. What attempts have you made to solve the problem?
I plan to give access to friends and post on thematic sites (e.g., vc.ru), but this is not a scalable or targeted approach. I need a tool specifically designed to help indie developers find their first users for a reasonable cost.
4. How much are you willing to pay for the solution?
Specifically for my current product, my Telegram reminder bot, I'm willing to pay up to 49 rubles (about $0.55) per one targeted active user. The ideal solution is a platform that effectively connects niche micro-products with interested early users.
Note: this submission was specially translated into English for ProblemHunt. I prefer to communicate in Russian. Thank you for understanding!
Note: this submission was specially translated into English for ProblemHunt. I prefer to communicate in Russian. Thank you for understanding!