Subject: We're launching something new...

Hey [Name],

In 2 weeks, we're launching [Product] on Product Hunt.

[1-2 sentences about what it does]

Want to be notified when we go live?

[Optional: Early access or sneak peek link]

Best,
[Your Name]

Subject: 7 days until launch 🚀

Hey [Name],

One week from today, [Product] goes live on Product Hunt.

Here's a sneak peek: [Screenshot or GIF]

[Key feature highlight]

Mark your calendar: [Date, Time PST]

Talk soon,
[Your Name]

Subject: Tomorrow's the day

Hey [Name],

Tomorrow at 12:01 AM PST, we launch on Product Hunt.

Here's exactly what [Product] does:
• [Benefit 1]
• [Benefit 2]
• [Benefit 3]

I'd really appreciate your support — even just checking
it out and leaving honest feedback means the world.

I'll send the link as soon as we're live.

Thanks for being part of this journey,
[Your Name]

Recipients: Australia, Asia, Night owl friends
Time: 12:01 AM - 1:00 AM PST

Recipients: Europe (afternoon for them)
Time: 5:00 AM - 6:00 AM PST

Recipients: US East Coast, Canada
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM PST

Recipients: General US audience
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PST

Recipients: Non-openers from earlier waves
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PST

Recipients: Closest supporters, team networks
Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM PST

Subject: I just launched! 🚀

Hey [Name],

The moment is here — we just launched [Product] on Product Hunt!

[Direct link]

I've been building this for [X months], and today is the day
it goes out to the world. Pretty nervous, honestly.

If you have 2 minutes:
→ Check it out
→ Leave a comment with your honest thoughts
→ Share if you think it's useful

Your support means everything. No pressure at all — just
excited to finally share this.

[Your Name]

P.S. [Personal note relevant to this person]

Subject: [Product] is live on Product Hunt

Hi [Name],

Big news — [Product] is officially live on Product Hunt!

[Direct link]

As someone who's been using [Product], your perspective
would mean a lot to the community.

If you have a moment:
• Share your experience in the comments
• Let others know what you've built/achieved with it
• Honest feedback only — don't sugarcoat it!

Thanks for being an early believer.

Best,
[Your Name]

Subject: We launched on Product Hunt today

Hey [First Name],

Today's a big day — [Product] is live on Product Hunt.

[What it does in 1 sentence]
[Why it matters in 1 sentence]

🔗 Check it out here: [Link]

If you think it's useful, a comment or share would make
our day. If you have feedback, we're all ears.

Thanks for being part of [Company/Community].

[Your Name]

Subject: Quick favor? (launching today)

Hey [Name],

I know you're busy, so I'll keep this brief.

We're launching [Product] on Product Hunt today. Given your
expertise in [their field], I thought you might find it
interesting.

[1-2 sentences on what makes it relevant to them]

Here's the link: [Link]

If it resonates, any thoughts in the comments would be
incredible. Totally understand if you're swamped.

Appreciate you either way,
[Your Name]

Subject: Thank you 🙏

Hey [Name],

Yesterday was incredible. Thanks to supporters like you,
we reached [#X Product of the Day / X upvotes / etc.].

[Share 1-2 highlights: interesting comments, surprises]

What's next:
• [Next feature/milestone]
• [How they can continue helping]

Grateful for your support,
[Your Name]

Subject: What happened after Product Hunt

Hey [Name],

One week since our Product Hunt launch. Here's what happened:

📊 [X] new users signed up
💬 [X] pieces of feedback collected
🎯 Top feature request: [Feature]

[What you're doing about it]

Thanks again for being part of this.

[Your Name]

EMAIL STRATEGY FOR: [Product Name]

LAUNCH DATE: [Date]
TOTAL AUDIENCE: [Number]

SEGMENTATION:
Tier 1 (Inner Circle): [Number] contacts
Tier 2 (Active Community): [Number] contacts
Tier 3 (Extended Network): [Number] contacts

PRE-LAUNCH SEQUENCE:
• T-14: [Subject line]
• T-7: [Subject line]
• T-1: [Subject line]

LAUNCH DAY WAVES:
Wave 1: [Time PST] → [Segment] ([Number] people)
Wave 2: [Time PST] → [Segment] ([Number] people)
Wave 3: [Time PST] → [Segment] ([Number] people)
Wave 4: [Time PST] → [Segment] ([Number] people)
Wave 5: [Time PST] → [Segment] ([Number] people)
Wave 6: [Time PST] → [Segment] ([Number] people)

POST-LAUNCH:
• T+1: Thank you email
• T+7: Results update

COMPLIANCE CHECK:
✓ No explicit upvote requests
✓ Staggered sending schedule
✓ Personalized by segment