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How to Create a Waitlist for a Hardware Product

Validate manufacturing quantities and build hype. Create a 'day one' backer list for your physical gadget and crowdfunding campaign with a viral waitlist page.

Hardware is hard (and expensive). Before you commit to a Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ), you need to know if people will buy. A waitlist is your proof of demand.

Why Create a Waitlist for hardware?

Estimate initial manufacturing run size

Build a 'day one' backer list for Kickstarter/Indiegogo

Test price sensitivity

Get feedback on design renders

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Use high-quality 3D renders or prototypes

Typically, this involves setting up a landing page, connecting a database, and ensuring your email sequences are ready. UseWait simplifies this entire process.

2

Explain the technical specs simply

Typically, this involves setting up a landing page, connecting a database, and ensuring your email sequences are ready. UseWait simplifies this entire process.

3

Collect a $1 deposit to validate true intent (advanced)

Typically, this involves setting up a landing page, connecting a database, and ensuring your email sequences are ready. UseWait simplifies this entire process.

4

Share the manufacturing journey updates

Typically, this involves setting up a landing page, connecting a database, and ensuring your email sequences are ready. UseWait simplifies this entire process.

Conclusion

De-risk your hardware startup. Let the waitlist dictate your inventory.

Launch your hardware waitlist today

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