Have you ever launched (or considered launching) on AppSumo?

Hey Product Hunt!

I’m working on an open write-up about how Lifetime Deals (LTDs) can work better for everyone, founders, customers, and platforms like AppSumo.

While AppSumo has helped thousands of early-stage SaaS teams gain traction, its current model has some serious issues that are hurting trustworthy founders.

In the piece, we dig into:

• Why IP liens and 3x clawbacks block growth

• How the current model punishes success, not failure

• A proposed framework based on trust, vetting, and phased rollout

• Real alternatives to legal traps (escrow, exit paths, tiered caps)

If you’ve ever launched on AppSumo, or considered it but walked away, we’d love to hear from you.

• What went well?

• What scared you off?

• What would make you consider launching again?

We’re also speaking with Noah and the team directly, so your feedback could help shape meaningful change.

Thanks in advance, every insight helps 🙏