How to Launch a Product or Service on Social Media (Step-by-Step)
(Because “just posting it” isn’t a launch plan.)
If you're launching a new product, course, service, or offer - and your entire plan is "I'll post about it when it’s ready" - you’re missing a massive opportunity to build buzz, create urgency, and get people excited to buy.
The truth: Launching well is the difference between crickets and conversions.
Here’s a no-fluff, step-by-step social media launch strategy that actually works:
Step 1: Prime Your Audience (7–14 Days Before Launch)
Before you ever drop a product name or price, start warming people up.
This is called the pre-launch phase, and it’s where you build curiosity and connection.
What to Post:
“Something new is coming…” teaser
A behind-the-scenes photo or time-lapse
“What would you choose?” poll related to your new offer
Ask: “If I created ____, would you want it?”
Hype up the transformation or problem you’re solving
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Step 2: Announce the Offer (3–5 Days Before Launch)
This is where you go from mystery to momentum. Introduce what you’re launching and build anticipation without asking for the sale just yet.
What to Post:
Name of the product/service + what it helps with
Why you created it
What makes it different
A countdown or waitlist opt-in
A Reel or carousel showing what’s inside
Make it clear. Make it exciting. Make it about them, not just you.
Step 3: Launch Day (Go Time!)
It’s here - now you sell.
What to Post:
Clear, bold announcement post with a direct CTA (buy now, DM you, or visit link)
FAQ post or video answering objections
A “who this is for” + “who this is NOT for” breakdown
Story highlights for all key info
Bonus offer or limited-time incentive (discount, freebie, etc.)
Pro Tip: Share your face and voice. A confident video goes further than 100 captions.
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Step 4: Show Proof + Social Engagement (1–7 Days After)
The first wave of buyers, sign-ups, or responses? Leverage them.
What to Share:
Repost testimonials, DMs, screenshots
Celebrate your first sales or sign-ups
Share behind-the-scenes fulfillment or packaging
Run a poll: “Have you checked it out yet?”
Reshare your launch Reel or Story to reach new eyeballs
Create FOMO. Build credibility. Keep the energy up.
Step 5: Educate + Resell the Vision
Now that the hype has dropped a bit, bring it back to value and transformation.
Content Ideas:
“What’s inside” breakdown
“How this helps solve ___”
Customer spotlight or use case
New Reel with tips + soft CTA
Answer more questions in Story or live
Selling doesn’t stop on day one - it’s just getting started.
Step 6: Follow-Up + Urgency Posts (Last 3 Days of Promo)
If your launch has a limited window, you must remind people (more than once).
What to Post:
“Doors close in 48 hours”
“Still thinking about it?” post with common hesitations
Final call with clear CTA
Countdown sticker in Stories
Personal note or gratitude post: “This offer is close to my heart…”
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Final Take: Posting Isn’t a Strategy - Launching Is
Launching a product or service on social media doesn’t require a massive following or a marketing degree.
But it does require a plan, a purpose, and a little pre-launch hype.
Start early. Build the buzz. Show the value.
And remember: people don’t buy because they understand the product - they buy because they see themselves in the transformation.
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