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Ask HN: What is the best way to validate a startup idea?

by sherlockgopher on 12/27/16, 10:03 AM with 2 comments

I want to start a company this year, what is the best and cheapest way to validate if my idea is valid

  • by alc90 on 12/27/16, 11:24 AM

    Try and talk with your potential customers.

    * Build a landing page where you explain what you want to build

    * Add a pricing page and ask for money

    * Ask for users address if interested

    * If enough interest is shown - build your first MVP

    Here's a more detailed example about validating an idea - https://blog.bufferapp.com/idea-to-paying-customers-in-7-wee...

  • by nwrk on 12/27/16, 10:08 AM

    Go out and find first client, validate the idea together. /* merry christmas */