CheerAd is here!
Hey Indie Hackers! 👋
We all know the struggle of monetizing a side project or a directory. Usually, we have two bad options:
AdSense and others: Ruins the UI, tracks users, and pays pennies unless you have millions of views, some "surprise" ads may occur.
Donations (BuyMeACoffee etc.): Great for community, but often passive and unreliable.
I wanted a middle ground. A way to monetize that looks professional, respects privacy, and gives actual value to the supporter.
So I built CheerAd.
It’s a simple concept: Instead of algorithmic ads, it allows your visitors (or fellow makers) to buy a "Spotlight Spot" on your page's empty spaces instantly. They get visibility for their project, and you get direct revenue via Stripe.
Why I think it's better for Indies:
Community-First: It turns passive visitors into active sponsors.
Design-Native: It’s a clean widget, not a flashy banner.
No Tracking: We don't spy on your users.
Win-Win solution for your supporters.
It's currently free to use (we only take a small platform fee if you actually earn money).
I’d love to get your feedbacks.
Link: https://cheerad.com
Thanks!
Niyo.
