9 Top Newsletters for Indie Hackers
I’m a bit of a newsletter junkie. Of course, Indie Hackers has several different newsletters that offer inspiring and informative content, but I wanted to highlight some others that are among my favorites. If you’re an indie hacker or entrepreneur, I think you’ll love these newsletters (listed in no particular order).
1. No-Code Exits
Katt Risen started the No-Code Exits newsletter after selling her first product created with no-code tools. Through the newsletter, Katt shares the stories of other makers and their exits. Many of these stories feature entrepreneurs who’ve achieved relatively quick builds and exits.
2. Founder Reports
Founder Reports is a project I’ve been working on with David Domzalski. We publish in-depth interviews with entrepreneurs, founders, and creators to share behind-the-scenes details about how they grew their businesses. If you enjoy inspiring stories with actionable takeaways, you’ll love Founder Reports. We also offer interviews and articles on other aspects of founder life, like mental health and work-life balance.
3. Growth in Reverse
Growth in Reverse is easily one of my favorite newsletters. Each week Chenell Basilio publishes an intense deep dive covering a newsletter creator. She covers the specific growth levers they used to build their business (with examples), the ways they make money and actionable takeaways you can apply to grow your own email list and business.
4. Flip My Site
Flip My Site is my newsletter where I publish content related to buying and selling websites and online businesses. Each week, the newsletter features an inspiring success story of someone who has grown and sold (or, in some cases, bought and grown) an online business. You can learn how to grow your own business and achieve a life-changing exit.
5. Creator Science
Creator Science is the popular newsletter by Jay Clouse. Jay publishes interviews and informative articles to help readers earn full-time income as creators. The Creator Crash Course free email course is an excellent starting point.
6. Media Maven
Every startup needs exposure. Media Maven is a newsletter run by PR professional Christina Nicholson. She shares practical tips and advice that can help any indie hacker gain valuable exposure with effective PR tactics.
7. Startups.fyi
Startups.fyi is a database or directory of startups and projects created by indie hackers. The quick-hitting email newsletter features a startup spotlight, which is a great way to find new projects and tools, and a roundup section with news and other interesting resources.
8. Insanely Cool Tools
Insanely Cool Tools is another directory or database of tools and startups. The newsletter simply highlights the latest resources that have been added, so it’s an easy way to find new tools each week.
9. Product Foundry
Bryan, the creator of Product Foundry, is a bootstrapper with significant experience. This newsletter for SaaS founders provides helpful articles while also showcasing the work of other founders.
What Are Your Favorites?
While all nine of these newsletters are excellent resources, I’m sure many others could have been included as well. Feel free to leave a comment and mention your favorite newsletters.
Hope to see Micro SaaS Ideas Newsletter as well in the list. I have been building this and we are 32K subscribers.
checking this out now!
Thanks for the suggestion. I just subscribed.
Great list, Marc!
Upen's newsletter is fantastic.
I run the SaaS bootstrapper which I like to think sits nicely alongside this list :)
Thanks! I just subscribed to yours too.
I can vouch for Micro SaaS Ideas. Been subscribed from the beginning. Great stuff Upen.
Thanks, Marc!
Frankly, I got fed up with endlessly scrolling through tons of blogs and RSS feeds to keep up with tech and industry news. So, I went ahead and decided to built my own solution)) It's pretty neat – it sends you a personalized weekly email roundup about any topic you choose.
Think of it as having the top stories from the best blogs and websites delivered right to your inbox, tailored to what you're into.
Fingers crossed, someday Peekly AI will be in your list too) and will appreciate your feedback!
Sounds interesting. I just Googled it and subscribed.
oh, thanks a lot! will be waiting for your feedback then)
Thanks for sharing my newsletter, ProductFoundry, @marc2242, much appreciated!
You're welcome Bryan! I enjoy the newsletter.
Thanks for the list and mention, Marc. Love Flip My Site and Growth in Reverse too!
I hope to see Bootstraw.com on here soon! Trying to build a place where all indiehackers can sell their projects no matter the size.
Nice. I just subscribed.
This is much appreciated
Thanks! I'm glad you like it.
I love Creator Science - For those who find the video more engaging, there is a video podcast version on YT! 😉
Thanks for sharing. I was just recently looking for these Newsletters or podcasts
Thank you for sharing us! It helps me a lot!
Thanks for mentioning www.nocode-exits.com ❤️
One remark: not only exit stories but also stories of non technical founders building profitable products.
Hey, really appreciate your sharing for this. Just found a good resource I can list my project RapidForms on.
Glad to hear that it was helpful!
Indie Letters:
Indie Letters provides valuable insights and tips for indie hackers, covering topics like product development, marketing strategies, and business growth.
Bootstrap Weekly:
Bootstrap Weekly delivers a curated selection of resources and success stories for indie hackers navigating the startup landscape, emphasizing bootstrapping techniques.
SideProjectStack:
SideProjectStack is a comprehensive newsletter highlighting tools, resources, and case studies for indie hackers working on side projects, offering practical guidance and inspiration.
Hackerpreneur Digest:
Hackerpreneur Digest focuses on the intersection of hacking and entrepreneurship, sharing stories, tools, and lessons learned from successful indie hackers.
MicroConf On Air:
MicroConf On Air is an extension of the MicroConf community, offering a newsletter with actionable insights, interviews, and updates tailored for indie hackers building scalable businesses.
Thanks for the recommendations! I'm checking them out now.
Thank you for the list! I highly recommend flywheeleffect.substack.com for growth marketing tips and frameworks
Oooh! I've never heard of Creator Science before! Looks great although I'm getting a tad bit sick of email courses :(
The SMMRY newsletter at smmry.tech. Ofc I'm biased 😉
👋 Hi indie hackers,
💡 Having a fresh mind and ideas while building your products is important, so consider subscribing to my LinkedIn Newsletter - Product Tips.
Some interesting product ideas, tips, and insights. Published every Tuesday.
👉 https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7012420848254914560/
In spanish theopenprojects.io :)
Creator Science is my FAVE newsletter and must-read.
Thanks for suggestion.
AIBrews.com is focused on covering AI news for founders and engineers.
Thanks for sharing it. Just subscribed.
I've started one specifically for solo founders. For solo founders - it's the 5 most productive minutes of your day - https://solounicornsclub.beehiiv.com/
I'm subscribed to Growth in Reverse, but I'll check out Startups. fyi! Thanks!
I started a design newsletter with my sis on UX design. She makes a comic for it every week too haha 😆 I can't post links as I just joined IndieHackers, but it is called Design Molt in Substack if you're interested to check it out!
Thanks for sharing these insightful newsletter tips.
Any specific ones that sit at the intersection of indie hackers and AI? I know there are some larger AI directories/newsletters, but any specific to this intersection?
Thank you for your advice!
Thanks for sharing! I only knew NoCodeExists and is a great newsletter.
I will subscribe to your new newsletter too, I'ts a great idea.
Thanks Lucas! All of the newsletters listed here are great resources, so I think you'll enjoy them.
Signed up for all of them, thanks for the info!
i highly recommend "high signal" newsletter, the best i have
Thanks for the recommendation. Just subscribed.