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>log in to comment- Zain Sheikh· 2mo ago
One API call instead of rebuilding a waitlist form every launch is exactly the right scope, does the widget handle double opt-in or is that left to your own email tool?
FreeWaitlists provides a simple API and hosted widgets to create and manage waitlists for landing pages.
- for
- Indie startups, developers, and creators who need quick sign-up collection.
- pricing
- freemium
Key features
- Hosted waitlist page — Create a branded waitlist page instantly without coding.
- Waitlist API — Integrate sign-up collection into any site with a single API call.
- Welcome emails — Send automated branded welcome emails without configuring mail servers.
- Instant notifications — Receive email or Discord webhook alerts for each new signup.
- Custom domains — Use your own domain for the hosted waitlist page.
- Analytics & insights — Real-time charts track signup growth and engagement.
Use cases
- Add a waitlist to a product landing page in under a minute.
- Collect and export email sign-ups for a newsletter or beta launch.
- Notify a team via Discord or Slack when new users join the waitlist.
FreeWaitlists pricing
- Free$0 forever1 waitlist · 50 exportable signups · Hosted page with branding · Basic API access
- Pro$14/month/monthUnlimited waitlists · Unlimited signups · Full API access · Priority email support
- Pro Lifetime$59 one-timeUnlimited waitlists · Unlimited signups · Full API access · Lifetime access
FreeWaitlists vs alternatives
 FreeWaitlists |  Sideko |  Grafbase |  Hookdeck |  Firecamp | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Simple waitlist API and hosted pages | API SDK generation | GraphQL data APIs | Event-driven webhook routing | API testing |
| Pricing | Freemium | Subscription | Free | Free | Free |
| DevHunt upvotes | 2 | 81 | 24 | 30 | 48 |
| Launched | Aug 2026 | Jan 2024 | Jan 2023 | Mar 2024 | Jan 2023 |
- FreeWaitlists vs Sideko: Focuses on API generation and SDK docs, not simple waitlist collection.
- FreeWaitlists vs Grafbase: Provides instant GraphQL APIs for data, not a dedicated waitlist service.
- FreeWaitlists vs Hookdeck: Event gateway for webhook handling, whereas FreeWaitlists is a waitlist manager.
- FreeWaitlists vs Firecamp: Open-source Postman alternative for API testing, not a waitlist solution.
FreeWaitlists FAQ
Is the hosted page free?+
Yes, the Free plan includes a hosted page with FreeWaitlists branding.
Can I customize welcome emails?+
Yes, both Free and Pro plans let you customize welcome emails, with full branding control on Pro.
Do I need a credit card to start?+
No, you can start for free without providing a credit card.
Can I export my data?+
Export is available on all plans, with a limit of 50 sign-ups on the Free tier.
What happens if I go viral?+
The service is lightweight and designed to handle spikes in traffic, even with thousands of sign-ups.
Summarized by DevHunt from freewaitlists.com · Sep 29, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
