TrustMRR: A Simple Way to Share Real Startup Numbers [![Leedlime](/logo.svg)Leedlime](/) [How it works](#how-it-works) [Pricing](/pricing) [FAQ](#faq) [Book a Call](https://cal.com/theanimeshs/leedlime-demo) [Log in](https://app.leedlime.com/login) [Start free trial](https://app.leedlime.com/signup) [Back to Blog](/blog) # TrustMRR: A Simple Way to Share Real Startup Numbers Marc Lou launches TrustMRR, a new platform where startup founders can share their actual revenue using Stripe verification. Leedlime Team October 30, 2025 5 min read ![Image for blog TrustMRR: A Simple Way to Share Real Startup Numbers](/og/blog/marc-lou-trustmrr.png) ## What is TrustMRR? [TrustMRR](https://trustmrr.com/) is a database of verified startup revenues. Instead of trusting a screenshot that could be edited in Photoshop, you get numbers pulled directly from Stripe. The platform was created by Marc Lou, a well-known figure in the indie hacker community for building projects like [DataFast](https://datafa.st/), [ShipFast](https://shipfa.st), and various [other popular tools](https://indiepa.ge/marclou). The idea is simple: if you want to share your startup’s revenue publicly, TrustMRR gives you a way to do it that people can actually trust. ## How Does It Work? The verification process is straightforward, though it does require you to be comfortable sharing your revenue data publicly. You connect your Stripe account using a read-only API key. This means the platform can see your numbers but can’t make any changes or access sensitive info. Once connected, TrustMRR generates a verified revenue page showing your MRR (monthly recurring revenue) and total revenue pulled directly from Stripe’s servers. The system is completely transparent, so you can’t edit or cherry-pick data. What Stripe reports is what gets displayed. Your startup then appears on a public leaderboard ranked by last 30 days’ revenue. ## Why Would Anyone Do This? - **It builds credibility.** Verified numbers mean something. You’re proving success, not just claiming it. - **You get a backlink.** Every verified startup gets a dofollow backlink from TrustMRR helping in increasing your domain authority. - **It’s free.** You don’t pay to be listed or verified. - **It helps the community.** Real numbers help aspiring founders see what early-stage startups actually make. ## The Early Success TrustMRR itself had a pretty impressive [launch](https://x.com/marc_louvion/status/1983985733095325873?s=20), within 48 hours it attracted 35,000 visitors and Marc sold ad slots worth [$10,085 in MRR](https://x.com/marc_louvion/status/1984625968636682563). The leaderboard shows startups across all stages, from five figures monthly to those just starting out. That transparency is refreshing. ## Who’s Using It? The leaderboard features a mix of indie projects and small SaaS tools including CodeFast, ShipFast (Marc’s own products), and others. Startups at every stage share their numbers, showing realistic progress instead of only success stories. ## Getting Listed on TrustMRR 1. Visit [TrustMRR.com](https://trustmrr.com) 2. Create an account 3. Connect your Stripe account with your read-only API key. ## Is This the Future? It’s hard to say if revenue transparency will become standard. Many founders value privacy and that’s fine. But for the indie hacker community, it fits naturally with the “build in public” movement. Verified revenue data adds another layer of authenticity. ## Things to Consider Before you rush to list your startup, think about a few things: - **Your revenue is public.** Anyone can see it, including competitors, potential customers, and future employers if things don’t work out. - **The numbers update automatically.** You can’t hide a bad month or wait until you hit a milestone to update. Whatever Stripe shows is what appears. - **You’re trusting a third-party platform with your API access.** While it’s read-only, you should still be comfortable with this arrangement. ## Final Thoughts TrustMRR isn’t promising magical growth. It’s a simple, useful tool that helps founders showcase their real revenue numbers. For some, that’s valuable. For others, privacy matters more. Both are valid choices. If you’re curious what other indie hackers are making, or want to share your own verified numbers, visit [trustmrr.com](https://trustmrr.com) to explore the leaderboard or submit your startup. ## Resources - [Why Verified Revenue is the Ultimate Social Proof](https://superstartups.pro/blog/verified-revenue-social-proof) - [Marc’s launch post on X](https://x.com/marc_louvion/status/1983985733095325873?s=20) - [Marc’s post on revenue](https://x.com/marc_louvion/status/1984625968636682563) ### In this article - [What is TrustMRR?](#what-is-trustmrr) - [How Does It Work?](#how-does-it-work) - [Why Would Anyone Do This?](#why-would-anyone-do-this) - [The Early Success](#the-early-success) - [Who’s Using It?](#whos-using-it) - [Getting Listed on TrustMRR](#getting-listed-on-trustmrr) - [Is This the Future?](#is-this-the-future) - [Things to Consider](#things-to-consider) - [Final Thoughts](#final-thoughts) - [Resources](#resources) ![](/images/paintings/painting1.jpg) #### Time to scale your business Find qualified leads for your outbound campaign [Get Started Now](https://app.leedlime.com/signup) [](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://leedlime.com/blog/marc-lou-trust-mrr&text=TrustMRR%3A%20A%20Simple%20Way%20to%20Share%20Real%20Startup%20Numbers)[](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://leedlime.com/blog/marc-lou-trust-mrr)[](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://leedlime.com/blog/marc-lou-trust-mrr&title=TrustMRR%3A%20A%20Simple%20Way%20to%20Share%20Real%20Startup%20Numbers) ## More from us [ ![How to Write a B2B Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) That Actually Generates Leads](/images/paintings/painting4.jpg) Article Aug 17 ### How to Write a B2B Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) That Actually Generates Leads ](/blog/how-to-write-an-icp-description)[ ![5 Best SaaS Launch Platforms to Find More Customers](/images/paintings/painting3.jpg) Article Aug 14 ### 5 Best SaaS Launch Platforms to Find More Customers ](/blog/best-saas-launch-platforms)[ ![How to Find LinkedIn Leads with Claude Code (2026 Guide)](/images/paintings/painting2.jpg) Article Aug 13 ### How to Find LinkedIn Leads with Claude Code (2026 Guide) ](/blog/find-linkedin-leads-with-claude-code) [![Leedlime](/logo.svg) Leedlime](/) Know exactly who to reach out to. 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