I Made $7.5K in 24 Hours from My Indie Hacker Product Launch!

This weekend was one for the books. I launched Zyner.io on Indie Hackers, a platform known for its thriving community of builders, and within 24 hours, I generated $7.5K in revenue. If you had asked me a week ago whether I thought this was possible, I would have laughed it off. But here we are.

Let me walk you through the story—there are some key takeaways you’ll want to keep in mind if you’re planning your own launch on Indie Hackers or any similar platform. Spoiler: it’s not just about building a great product.

The Simple Start – Adding Zyner.io to Indie Hackers

I’ve been in the startup game for a while, and after launching various products, I’ve come to appreciate the value of community-driven platforms. Indie Hackers, Product Hunt, and other spaces allow you to showcase your work to an audience that gets it—people who understand the grind and are eager to discover new tools.

This Saturday, I launched Zyner.io, a design subscription service offering unlimited graphic design, UI/UX, motion graphics, and more. The process of getting Zyner.io up on Indie Hackers was surprisingly straightforward. I added it to the platform, posted a brief description, and waited for the magic to happen.

But here’s the first thing I learned: simply launching isn’t enough.

Within an hour, I realized that the key to visibility on Indie Hackers wasn’t just having a great product—it was about upvotes. Without them, your product stays buried beneath dozens of other projects launching the same day. I quickly realized I had to make some moves if I wanted Zyner.io to get noticed.

The Hustle – Reaching Out to My Network

The key to growth on platforms like Indie Hackers is engagement. I knew that if I wanted to climb the ranks, I needed people to see Zyner.io and upvote it.

That’s when the hustle began.

I immediately started reaching out to my connections on LinkedIn and X. I messaged over 300 people—old colleagues, friends, family, customers—essentially anyone I thought could help push Zyner.io up the Indie Hackers leaderboard.

I know what you’re thinking: 300 messages? That’s insane!

And, yeah, it was. But here’s the thing—I didn’t just ask for an upvote and leave it at that. Each message was personalized. I reconnected with old contacts, caught up with friends, and engaged in meaningful conversations. Some of those conversations turned into leads for Zyner.io, which was an unexpected but very welcome side effect.

The Unexpected Twist – From Upvotes to Revenue

Honestly, my focus was purely on upvotes. I figured that if I could get enough attention on Indie Hackers, it would help Zyner.io build some early buzz, and maybe we’d pick up some users over the next week or two.

But what happened next completely took me by surprise.

People weren’t just hitting the upvote button on Indie Hackers—they were hitting the purchase button on my website. In the span of a few hours, I went from hoping for a decent number of upvotes to realizing I was seeing an actual spike in sales.

I checked my sales dashboard, and there it was—$7.5K in sales within 24 hours. That’s when it really hit me: this was working.

We also ranked #1 on Indie Hacker Products for the day, which felt like icing on the cake. The exposure from being at the top of the platform undoubtedly contributed to even more traffic and sales, creating a positive feedback loop.

The Power of Community – Why Indie Hackers Worked for Me

There are a few reasons why I think this launch was such a success, and it all boils down to the community. Indie Hackers isn’t just a place to post your product and walk away. It’s a space where founders support each other, give feedback, and actively engage. The community-driven nature of the platform helped Zyner.io get the visibility it needed.

But more than that, it was the support from my personal network that made all the difference. Don’t be afraid to tap into your existing connections. I know it can feel awkward asking people for help, but if you’ve built strong relationships, people will be happy to support you. Some of the folks I reached out to hadn’t heard from me in years, but they still showed up when I needed them.

And remember: every conversation matters. Those 300 messages I sent didn’t just lead to upvotes—they led to warm leads, potential partnerships, and deeper connections with people in my network. You never know what doors a simple ask might open.

My Advice to Indie Hackers: Launch, Hustle, and Ask for Help

If you’re reading this and thinking about launching your own product on Indie Hackers (or any similar platform), here are a few things I learned from this experience that might help:

1. Launch on platforms with built-in communities: Platforms like Indie Hackers and Product Hunt give you access to audiences that are eager to discover new tools and products. Leverage that.
2. Upvotes matter: Don’t underestimate the importance of social proof. The more upvotes you get, the more visibility your product receives, and the higher your chances of ranking well.
3. Don’t be shy—reach out to your network: Whether it’s friends, family, colleagues, or customers, people are willing to help. All you need to do is ask. And remember, these conversations can lead to opportunities you didn’t expect.
4. Be persistent: Sending 300 messages might sound overwhelming, but it’s the kind of hustle that makes a difference. You have to put in the work if you want to see results.
5. Expect the unexpected: I launched Zyner.io thinking I would get some upvotes and maybe a few curious visitors. Instead, I walked away with $7.5K in revenue and a bunch of warm leads. Sometimes, the outcome can exceed your wildest expectations.

Reach Out If You Need Help

Launching a product is always nerve-wracking, but platforms like Indie Hackers offer an incredible opportunity for founders to get noticed. If you’re thinking of launching, my advice is simple: do it. Reach out to your network, hustle for upvotes, and let the community work its magic.

And if you need any help or advice on launching your product on Indie Hackers, feel free to reach out to me. I’m more than happy to share my experiences and help you navigate the process.

Good luck, and I can’t wait to see what you launch next!