MakerHunt - Discover & Launch Maker Products | Weekly | MakerHunt
MakerHunt (makerhunt.io) is an invite-only Slack community spun out of Product Hunt in 2015 to connect product makers and early adopters. Key points: • Main features – private Slack workspace with themed channels (#feedback, #jobs, #launch-prep, regional channels, etc.); searchable member directory; periodic AMAs / office hours; and a lightweight job & partnership board. • Target audience – indie makers, SaaS founders, designers, developers and growth/marketing folk preparing to launch or improve digital products, many of whom also use Product Hunt. • Business model – one-time or annual paid membership (historically USD 29-49) that grants continued Slack access; occasional sponsorship spots in the community newsletter. • Content that performs well – honest product feedback requests, launch debriefs, progress updates (“build in public”) and resource sharing. Community guidelines highlight giving before asking and avoiding spam. • What to do – give constructive feedback, share learnings, participate in stand-ups, use dedicated channels. What to avoid – promotional blasts, unsolicited DMs, posting outside the relevant channel. • Favorable posting time/day – no hard data published; activity peaks on weekdays during US & European business hours, coinciding with common Product Hunt launch windows (Tues–Thu mornings PST). Because the project is essentially a private Slack group, public metrics, growth data or algorithm tips are scarce.