Two months ago, I hit launch on Startups Lab with a simple mission:
👉 Give every builder a fair shot at visibility.
No gatekeeping. No expensive ad budgets. Just a place to showcase great products. Since then, Startups Lab has become a little hub for indie makers, early-stage founders, and side project enthusiasts.
Here's what the first 60 days looked like and where we're headed.
✨ What We've Achieved So Far
-- 200+ products submitted
-- 7000+ page views from around the world
-- 200+ active founders sharing their work
-- 100+ total products live on the platform
-- Countless connections and collaborations started in DMs
Every week, I get messages from founders saying things like:
"Someone discovered us here and became a paying customer",
or
"This is the first platform where I felt like my product wasn't just lost in a sea of noise".
That's exactly why I built Startups Lab.
🌟 Features That Make It Work
Here's what you can use today:
🎯 Product Listings
Publish your startup, side project, or SaaS. Each listing includes screenshots, links, and a short pitch.
âš¡ Spotlight Section
If you want to get extra attention, you can feature your product at the top of the homepage.
🧠Categories & Filters
Browse products by category (AI, SaaS, Marketing, Productivity) and discover hidden gems.
👤 Founder Profiles
Add your profile so visitors know who is behind each product - building trust and authenticity.
📨 Weekly Newsletter
Subscribers get updates about new launches, featured tools, and useful resources.
📈 Metrics
See how many views your product gets and track interest over time.
💸 Transparent Pricing
I always wanted Startups Lab to be accessible. Here's how it works:
✅ Free Plan
-- Anyone can submit and get listed.
✅ Premium Spotlight
-- Your product stays pinned in the Spotlight carousel.
-- Featured in the newsletter.
-- Shared on Startups Lab social channels.
-- Perfect for teams who want maximum visibility from day one.
No hidden fees. No complicated tiers. Just clear, upfront pricing that even bootstrapped founders can afford.
💡 Why I Started This
I've been in your shoes - building things alone, trying to get traction, wondering if anyone will care. Most directories are either outdated or charge crazy fees just to list your product.
I wanted to build something different:
✅ Modern
✅ Supportive
✅ Community - driven
A place where you don't have to beg to be seen.
🌱 The Road Ahead
I believe that small makers, indie hackers, and solopreneurs are shaping the future of tech.
If Startups Lab can help you get your first users or your first bit of recognition, that's a win.
🎯 Ready to List Your Product?
If you haven't yet, this is your sign:
👉 Submit Your Product Now
Let's keep building. Let's keep supporting each other.
The next two months will be even better.
PS: I would love to hear your feedback! Let me know what you think, and if there's something you would like to see added, feel free to reach out.
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