r/startup is a subreddit with 309k members. The most common kinds of discussions are solution requests and advice requests, and the community frequently discusses startup, tech, struggling, cofounder, and founder, and they frequently recommend/review marketing platform, web hosting, and email marketing platform.
Reddit's space to learn the tools and skills necessary to build a successful startup. A community meant to support each other and grow through the exchange of knowledge and ideas. A rising tide lifts all ships in its wake.
Popular Themes in r/startup
#1
Solution Requests
: "Looking for free ticketing/helpdesk software for a beginner? Just starting out!"
2 posts
#2
Advice Requests
: "Looking for feedback on bringing on a cofounder to a one-year old startup"
2 posts
#3
Ideas
: "Co myślicie o moim pomysle na marketplace https://boil-halo-94684521.figma.site . Co mozna jeszcze zmienić?"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/startup
#1
Startup
52 posts
#2
Tech
22 posts
#3
Struggling
18 posts
#4
Cofounder
18 posts
#5
Founder
10 posts
#6
Marketing
9 posts
#7
Project
8 posts
#8
Ai
8 posts
#9
Website
7 posts
#10
Business
6 posts
Products Discussed in r/startup
Marketing Platform
4 reviews
#1
Instantly
4.0★ from 1 review
#2
Klaviyo
5.0★ from 1 review
#3
OmniSend
5.0★ from 1 review
Web Hosting
3 reviews
#1
ScalaHosting
5.0★ from 1 review
#2
LiquidWeb
1.0★ from 1 review
#3
Hostinger
5.0★ from 1 review
Email Marketing Platform
1 review
#1
Instantly
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/startup
#1
knowledge
: "After 3 failed startups, I finally understand what customer discovery actually means"
6 posts
#2
services
: "[Paid Opportunity] Technical cofounder for music sharing web app"
3 posts
#3
marketing
: "Introducing SageDesk, an operating system for business phone calls, not just something that answers them"
2 posts
#4
social media
: "[For Hire] Social Media Manager & Strategist (3+ YOE) | IG, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads | Helping startups build online assets and drive ROI."
1 post
#5
investor relations
: "Building an IT Consulting & Talent Network – Looking to Connect"
1 post
Member Growth in r/startup
Yearly
+94k members(43.5%)
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Last updated: July 15, 2026