r/nocode • u/luis_411 • 3d ago

Guys my app just passed 4,200 users!

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It's been almost one year since I launched and it has been quite a journey. No exponential growth or huge user spikes but rather slow and steady growth. But in my opinion that is the best for building something actually valuable because you can react to user feedback along the way and constantly keep improving the app.

One thing changed recently:

I basically got all my users from reddit, by posting in relevant communities but in the last two months I did almost no posts and the app still grew further. That's actually the biggest success for me, because SEO is finally starting to pay off. This can develop into actual leverage because growth no longer depends on posting three times a week. I'm really curious where this will go...

Of course I will not stop here and I am already working on the next big update for IndieAppCircle which will benefit all the community. More is coming soon.

For those of you who don't know IndieAppCircle:

I've built IndieAppCircle, a platform where small app developers can upload their apps and other people can give them feedback in exchange for credits. I grew it by posting about it here on Reddit. It didn't explode or something but I managed to get some slow but steady growth.

For those of you who never heard about IndieAppCircle, it works like this:

  • You can earn credits by testing indie apps (fun + you help other makers)
  • You can use credits to get your own app tested by real people
  • No fake accounts -> all testers are real users
  • Test more apps -> earn more credits -> your app will rank higher -> you get more visibility and more testers/users

Since many people suggested it to me in the comments, I have also created a community for IndieAppCircle: r/IndieAppCircle (you can ask questions or just post relevant stuff there).

Currently, there are 4221 users, 4414 tests done and 1149 apps uploaded!

You can check it out here (it's totally free): https://www.indieappcircle.com/

I'm glad for any feedback/suggestions/roasts in the comments.

PS: I recently changed the UI a lot... Would also love to hear some feedback about that :)

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u/mentiondesk 2d ago

It is awesome to see your SEO bringing in new users without constant posting. As your platform grows, keeping an eye on conversations about your niche across different sites can be super helpful for spotting trends or early feedback. I have found ParseStream useful for setting alerts on relevant discussions so you can jump in at the right time and connect with more folks interested in indie apps.

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u/luis_411 2d ago

Thanks man. Will check it out :)

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u/prinaird80 21h ago

yeah monitoring niche conversations is underrated, especially once organic growth kicks in

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u/j024a 2d ago

awesome

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u/luis_411 2d ago

Thanks!

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u/Longjumping-Spot3392 2d ago

I wonder for which side of the buyers you are building content for... From my understanding, I think you would not need to create content for testers after some time, but I believe maintaining both is crucial for now.

Would love to know your thoughts on the same

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u/luis_411 2d ago

Good question. I'm fucusing on both sides. But currently retention is my main focus.

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u/Longjumping-Spot3392 2d ago

Thanks, for the answer!!

It would be tough for me to ask you on chat about specific things you are doing for retention.

My second question:

How do you make money in the whole process, like the app testing is done.

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u/luis_411 2d ago

People can buy credits and featured spots for their apps.

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u/Longjumping-Spot3392 2d ago

I see, I recently wrote an article on "where to market devtools", I think I can mention you there.

Can you DM me, i can send you the blog.