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Built NameProof: validating brand names before founders invest in branding

Hey IH đź‘‹

I've been working on NameProof — a tool that validates brand names globally before founders commit to domains, branding, or legal setup.

The problem I'm solving:

Most founders generate 20-30 names with AI (easy part).

Very few properly validate them before:

  • registering the domain
  • investing in branding
  • filing the LLC

And then discover too late:

  • the name sounds awkward in another language
  • trademark conflicts exist
  • social handles are taken

What NameProof does:

24h validation report covering:

  • pronunciation analysis (8+ languages)
  • domain availability (.com, .ai, .io)
  • social handles check
  • preliminary trademark screening

Current status:

  • Beta pricing: €9 (regular €19)
  • Just launched on Product Hunt today
  • Zero revenue yet (just went live)
  • Built with Make.com automation + AI

Questions for you:

  1. Does this solve a real pain point you've experienced?
  2. What would make you trust a tool like this enough to pay €19?
  3. Any red flags in the positioning?

Honest feedback > fake validation.

Links:

Thanks for reading 🙏

on February 14, 2026
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    I am micro saas founder and from my perspective , I dont feel this as a big problem as for me if I solve atleast 100 to 200 people problem its good enough. But definietly for a bigger investment starup with a revolutionary idea or having a nice customer base and knowing their problem if some launches then it will matter to them the most .
    No hard feelings :)

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