Manuel Becker

Manuel Becker

Founder of Locationscout
15 points

About

I am Manuel, and I am the solo founder, designer, and developer of the Locationscout website and iOS / Android apps. Why? In 2011, a chance meeting in San Francisco sparked the idea of Locationscout. After stumbling upon a breathtaking sunrise at Kirby Cove, which I would have never found without a personal recommendation, I set out to build a platform for hidden gems worldwide. Locationscout went live in 2014. Despite early challenges and zero initial US traffic, I persevered. And then a pivotal photo in Chicago opened countless doors, reinforcing my belief in how impactful the right community can be. I am now molding it into a sustainable business, supporting nature protection, and fostering a community that cherishes discovery and adventure.

Work

Indie maker at Locationscout

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Maker History

  • Locationscout
    Locationscout
    213.000+ places for photo and travel with exact geo-data
    Mar 2024
  • 🎉
    Joined Product HuntFebruary 20th, 2024