I built a business idea validator. Now I'm scared mine is the bad idea
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47931116
That “0 paid after flipping” phase is brutal — but it’s also very diagnostic 👍
Right now, don’t assume product is wrong yet. More likely:
Your product is basically saying: “Pay €19 and I’ll tell you if your idea is bad.”
→ before paywall = curiosity clicks → after paywall = “why should I trust this?”
Try: → “Validate your idea in 60 seconds” → keep honesty inside, not as the hook
Your core idea is actually strong: → founders do want reality checks → but they need confidence before paying for criticism