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I have 40 users but still no idea how to grow this

Every time I launch something, I run into the same problem:

Getting users is way harder than building the product.

I’ve tried posting on a few platforms, but most of the time it feels like:

Either no one sees it
Or it disappears instantly

I built a small platform called Buildfeed to experiment with instant posting (no approval), and I’ve managed to get around 40 users so far.

But I still feel stuck.

For those who’ve been through this:
👉 what actually worked for you early on?

on April 11, 2026
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    Yeah, getting initial users is genuinely tough and often feels like shouting into the void. I actually know a couple of solo founders who've successfully navigated early user acquisition, and they'd probably be open to a quick chat if you'd like an intro.

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    Hi tried your directory. It's confusing for image upload. No hyperlinks. No profile page. Are you still building?

    My username: sureshh

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      Thanks for checking it out, I really appreciate the feedback.

      Just to clarify, image upload and profile pages are already available. That said, if they were hard to find, that is something I will improve.

      I will also look into the hyperlinks point.

      For reference:
      – Images can be added via the “Add URL / Images” button on the post input
      – Profile pages are accessible from the sidebar, or via the menu on mobile

      I am still actively building, and feedback like this really helps shape the product.

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        It could be a good platform for solo builders like me. I wanted to build something similar and bought Solo-Builder.com, but Vibe Coding was not so generous to me.

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          Also, I’d be open to coding a tailored version for you based on what you had in mind for Solo-Builder.com

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          I understand. Would you be interested in purchasing Buildfeed?

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            What's your offer?

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              Hello, I have had some additional interest recently and would be open to offers around $900–$1,000. Happy to answer any questions if you have.

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