Show HN: I made ShipAhead so devs can stop wasting weeks setting up SaaS apps

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Save hours of development and skip the boring setup with a Nuxt boilerplate that helps you focus on what matters most, launch faster and stay ahead

Ship Ahead with Your Favorite Tools

  • Still wasting weeks before your project even starts?
  • Stuck in messy setups instead of building real features?
  • Frustrated when logins or emails break again?
  • Rebuilding the same parts over and over?
  • Tools promise speed, but only slow you down?

Get Ahead with Ease!

Everything You Need, Ready to Go

Skip the headaches of setup. From login to payments, our boilerplate has the essentials pre-built so you can focus on your product.

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Authentication

Let users sign up and log in with ease. No more wrestling with login systems.

  • Email & password login, secure and familiar
  • Magic link sign in, one-click passwordless login
  • OAuth providers (Google, GitHub, etc.) for faster onboarding
  • Password reset & recovery flows ready to go

Save 40 hours

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Backend

The backbone of your app with database, storage, admin tools, and automation.

  • Drizzle ORM + Postgres for reliable, type-safe data
  • File storage with Cloudflare R2 or AWS S3
  • Super Admin dashboard for managing users and content
  • Built-in user management with roles
  • Cron jobs for background task scheduling

Save 35 hours

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Analytics

Track user activity and performance with your choice of tools.

  • Plug-and-play analytics integration
  • See traffic and engagement insights

Save 5 hours

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AI Integration

Enhance your app with AI-powered features.

Save 6 hours

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Affiliate

Add affiliate to grow your user base.

Save 4 hours

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Internationalization

Translate your app into multiple languages without hassle.

  • Multi-language support included
  • Switch between locales with ease

Save 8 hours

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Security

Protect your app from spam, bots, and abuse while keeping users safe.

  • Captcha with Cloudflare Turnstile to stop spam and bots
  • Rate limiting with Redis to prevent abuse

Save 10 hours

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Email

Send reliable emails without landing in spam.

  • Transactional emails that deliver
  • Pre-built email templates for quick setup

Save 15 hours

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SEO

Optimized SEO setup with Nuxt so your app ranks from day one.

  • Structured meta setup using useSeoMeta & useHead
  • Better visibility in search engines

Save 6 hours

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Deployment

Deploy seamlessly with platforms like Vercel, Cloudflare.

Save 6 hours

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Payments

Accept payments globally with built-in Stripe integration.

  • Checkout flows ready to use
  • One-time or recurring subscriptions
  • Multi-currency support

Save 25 hours

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Frontend & UI

Beautiful, responsive design, built with Nuxt, Vue, Tailwind, and daisyUI.

  • Pre-built UI components for faster prototyping
  • Responsive styling with TailwindCSS and daisyUI
  • Layouts that scale with your app

Save 30 hours

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PWA

Turn your app into an installable Progressive Web App.

  • Installable on mobile and desktop

Save 5 hours

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Customer Support

Live chat and support widget built in.

Save 4 hours

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Others

Extra goodies to save you time while coding.

  • Copy-paste code templates for common tasks
  • Simple tutorials included
  • Legal pages with GPT prompts
  • Seamless Cursor & Windsurf integration for a smooth vibe coding

Save 10 hours

Total time gained ahead

209 hours

Tom

Hey yo! It's Tom

I'm Tom, the creator of ShipAhead. I've also built 3 startups.

I learned that it's just a waste of time to keep building the same things from scratch over and over.

So I built ShipAhead for 3 reasons:

  1. Save time and focus on more
  2. Avoid headaches like emails ending in spam or doing the same thing
  3. Get profitable fast: be ahead to ship more, learn more, earn more.

Now I save multiple hours every time I build and so do others using ShipAhead.

Pricing

Slash setup time. Ship in days.

  • $69

    First 10



  • $99

    First 20



  • $149

    First 50



  • $169

    After beta

Nuxt boilerplate (auth, UI, and all features included)

Lifetime updates

Save days of work: 209 hours ahead

Join our Discord community

Pay Once • Unlimited builds

FAQ

What do I get with Shipahead?

You get a complete Nuxt boilerplate with auth, UI, and all features ready to go. You’ll also enjoy lifetime updates, save weeks of work (about 390 hours ahead!), and join our Discord community.

Can I try it before I buy?

Yes! We have a demo and simple docs so you can explore before making a decision.

What if I find a problem or bug?

No worries, just share it on GitHub or Discord. We’ll jump in and fix it quickly.

How do I set it up?

After purchase, we’ll send you a clear step-by-step guide by email. You’ll be ready in no time.

Does it work with AI helpers like Cursor or Copilot?

Yes, Shipahead works smoothly alongside tools like Cursor and Copilot.

How is Shipahead different from no-code tools?

No-code tools are fast but can feel limited when you want something custom. Shipahead gives you full control and endless customization, while still saving you tons of setup time.

Can I use other tech stack?

Yes, as long as you’re comfortable working with Vue & Nuxt. Most libraries are independent, so you can swap them out if you prefer. ShipAhead gives you the structure, and you choose the tools you love.

How often is Shipahead updated?

We update it regularly with improvements and new features, so your starter stays fresh and valuable for the long run.

Can I get a refund?

Since you get full access to the repo instantly (and keep it forever), sales are final. But we’re here to support you every step of the way.

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