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Early-stage QA for web applications<br>Ship your web app without getting dumped by real users<br>FirstBatch connects software developers with professional testers who stress-test your product early—before broken flows, confusing UX, and edge-case bugs reach production.<br>Start as a developerLog in<br>500+ test cycles completed<br>120+ vetted professional testers<br>48h average first feedback turnaround

How FirstBatch works<br>A simple loop built for indie developers, startups, and small teams who need real human QA—not another checklist template.<br>1Submit your app<br>Share your staging URL, test accounts, and focus areas—checkout, onboarding, mobile layout, or a critical new feature.

2Matched testers review it<br>Professional testers explore your app like real users: broken links, form errors, accessibility gaps, and confusing flows.

3Fix before launch<br>Receive structured bug reports with steps to reproduce, severity, and screenshots—so you fix issues before users tweet about them.

Built for developers who move fast<br>Real-user testing<br>Testers follow realistic journeys—sign up, purchase, invite a teammate—not just automated smoke checks.

Pre-launch safety net<br>Catch show-stoppers in staging: payment failures, auth loops, and responsive layout breaks on common devices.

Actionable reports<br>Every issue includes reproduction steps, environment details, and priority so your backlog stays clear.

Flexible engagement<br>One-off audits before a launch or recurring cycles while you ship weekly—scale testing with your roadmap.

Your users shouldn’t be your QA team<br>Bad first impressions are expensive. FirstBatch helps you polish the experience while you still control the narrative.

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Pricing<br>Per-campaign pricing for quick sanity checks through continuous QA.<br>Starter<br>$49.99 / campaign<br>Ideal for Solo Devs & Sanity Checks<br>5 human testers<br>1 feedback cycle (one-and-done test)<br>Standard matching speed<br>Basic UI/UX bug reports<br>Choose Starter<br>Most popularPro<br>$149.99 / campaign<br>Ideal for Major Releases & Bug Squashing<br>15 human testers<br>2 feedback cycles (test, fix, verify)<br>Priority tester matching<br>Detailed bug reports & reproduction steps<br>Choose Pro<br>Agency / Enterprise<br>$499+ / campaign<br>Ideal for Dev Shops & Continuous QA<br>Custom tester volume (50+)<br>Continuous QA (unlimited cycles)<br>Targeted tester demographics<br>Dedicated account manager<br>Contact sales

Frequently asked questions<br>Quick answers about how FirstBatch works for developers and testers.<br>What is FirstBatch? FirstBatch connects software developers with professional human testers who explore your web app before launch. Testers follow realistic user journeys and report bugs, UX issues, and edge cases while you still control the narrative.<br>How is this different from automated testing? Automated tools catch regressions and known paths well, but they miss confusing flows, broken copy, and real-world behavior. FirstBatch testers think like users—signing up, checking out, and hitting edge cases that scripts often skip.<br>How quickly will I receive feedback? Most campaigns receive first feedback within 48 hours after testers are matched. Pro plans include priority matching for faster turnaround on time-sensitive releases.<br>What do I need to provide to get started? Share your staging URL, any test accounts, and focus areas—such as checkout, onboarding, or a new feature. The more context you give, the more actionable the reports will be.<br>Can I run a one-off test before launch? Yes. The Starter plan is built for single feedback cycles and sanity checks. Pro and Agency plans add retest cycles and higher tester volume for major releases or ongoing QA.<br>How do I become a professional tester?Sign up as a tester, complete onboarding, and get matched to campaigns that fit your skills. You’ll submit structured feedback and earn for completed reviews.<br>Is my staging app and data kept confidential? Testers only access what you share for a campaign, and feedback stays within the platform. For enterprise requirements or NDAs, contact us about Agency plans.

Contact us<br>Questions about pricing, enterprise plans, or becoming a tester? We’d love to hear from you.<br>Email: [email protected]<br>Support: [email protected]<br>Hours: Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm CET

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