Complete Launch Guide
Step-by-step guide to launching your product and maximizing your online visibility using proven platforms and strategies
Why This Guide Matters
Launching a product is more than just building it - it's about getting discovered, building authority, and driving sustainable growth. This guide combines proven strategies with the platforms we've built to give you the best possible launch. Whether you're launching an AI tool, SaaS product, or digital service, following these steps will maximize your visibility and success.
Your Launch Roadmap
Pre-Launch Preparation
Set the foundation for a successful launch
- Complete your product development and ensure it's ready for users
- Create a professional website with clear value proposition
- Prepare high-quality screenshots, demo videos, and marketing materials
- Set up analytics to track performance (Google Analytics, etc.)
- Build an email list or social media presence to announce your launch
Optimize for Search & AI
Make your product discoverable in search engines and AI tools
- Implement basic SEO: optimize meta tags, descriptions, and headings
- Use Rank++ to optimize for Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)
- Ensure your content is structured for AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity
- Add schema markup to help search engines understand your content
- Create valuable, informative content that answers user questions
Launch on Multiple Platforms
Maximize visibility by launching across all platforms
- Submit to EarlyHunt for AI project exposure and weekly competitions
- Launch on Aura++ to get high-quality backlinks and blog posts
- Submit to IndieHunt to reach the builder and early adopter community
- List on Uno Directory if your product fits productivity/creativity categories
- Coordinate launch dates for maximum impact (same week or consecutive weeks)
Engage & Promote
Actively promote your launch and engage with your audience
- Share your launch on social media (Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Reddit)
- Reach out to your email list and personal network
- Engage with voters and commenters on launch platforms
- Respond to feedback and questions promptly
- Create content around your launch (blog posts, tweets, videos)
Monitor & Iterate
Track performance and continuously improve
- Monitor analytics: traffic, conversions, user engagement
- Collect user feedback and reviews
- Track your rankings in search engines and AI tools
- Iterate based on feedback and data
- Plan follow-up launches or updates to maintain momentum
Platform Comparison
Compare features across all launch platforms to maximize your reach
| Platform | Pricing | Key Features | Best For | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
EarlyHunt AI-powered launch platform for AI projects and digital products | Free, Nofollow ($0), Premium ($10) |
| AI projects and digital products | Visit |
Aura++ Launch your project and boost your online presence effortlessly | Free with badge requirement |
| All types of projects | Visit |
IndieHunt Launch your AI project to reach builders, innovators, and early adopters | Free with badge requirement |
| AI projects and indie products | Visit |
Uno Directory Directory for productivity and creativity tools | Free listing |
| Productivity and creativity tools | Visit |
Pro Tip: Launch on All Platforms
For maximum visibility and SEO benefits, launch on all four platforms. Each platform reaches different audiences and provides unique benefits. EarlyHunt offers competitions and badges, Aura++ provides blog posts and social promotion, IndieHunt connects you with builders, and Uno Directory increases discoverability. Together, they create a powerful launch strategy that drives traffic, builds authority, and improves your search rankings.
Don't Just Optimize for Search - Optimize for AI
The future of discovery is AI-powered. Rank++ helps you get there first.
What is Rank++?
Rank++ is a powerful Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) platform that helps your content appear in AI-generated answers from ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and other AI tools. While traditional SEO focuses on search engines, AEO focuses on AI-driven discovery - the fastest growing way people find products and information.
Why AEO Matters Now:
- AI tools are the new search: Millions of users ask ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity for product recommendations
- Faster indexing: AI tools index and surface content faster than traditional search engines
- Higher conversion: AI recommendations are trusted more than search ads
- Competitive advantage: Most businesses aren't optimizing for AI yet - get ahead now
What Rank++ Does for You
AEO Analysis
Analyzes your content to identify AEO optimization opportunities
Visibility Tracking
Tracks how often your product appears in AI-generated answers
Optimization Tools
Provides actionable recommendations to improve your AEO performance
Implementation Guide
Step-by-step guidance on implementing AEO best practices
The Fear: You're Missing Out on AI Discovery
While you're optimizing for Google, your competitors are appearing in ChatGPT answers. While you're waiting for SEO results, AI tools are recommending other products. While you're paying for ads, AI users are finding solutions organically - and they're not finding you.
Every day without AEO optimization is a day your competitors gain ground. AI discovery is growing exponentially, and the window to establish dominance is closing. Don't let your product become invisible in the AI era.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Launch?
Follow this guide, launch on all platforms, optimize with Rank++, and watch your product gain the visibility it deserves.