How to Verify Your Startup MRR - LemonSqueezy, Stripe, Polar Guide

Updated 2026-03-22 · ShowMRR Team · showmrr.com

Want to prove your startup revenue is real? Here is how to get verified on ShowMRR in under 5 minutes.

Why Verify Your MRR?

Self-reported revenue means nothing. Verified revenue means ShowMRR has confirmed your numbers directly from your payment provider API.

Verified startups get more visibility on the leaderboard and build instant trust with customers, investors, and potential acquirers.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Create Your Account

Sign up free at showmrr.com. Add your startup with basic details.

2. Start Your Free Trial

Upgrade to the Verified plan ($9/month) - includes a 7-day free trial. Cancel anytime.

3. Connect LemonSqueezy (Recommended)

  1. Go to app.lemonsqueezy.com → Settings → API
  2. Create a new API key
  3. Paste in ShowMRR → your store is validated instantly

4. Or Connect Stripe

  1. Go to dashboard.stripe.com → Developers → API Keys
  2. Create a restricted key with read-only Subscription access
  3. Paste in ShowMRR

5. Done - You are Verified!

ShowMRR fetches your subscriptions hourly, calculates MRR, and displays it with a green verified badge on the leaderboard.

Start 7-Day Free Trial →

FAQ

Is my API key safe?

Yes. API keys are encrypted with AES-256 and stored securely. We only use read-only access to fetch subscription data.

How often is revenue updated?

Every hour. ShowMRR automatically fetches your latest subscription data.

Can I disconnect anytime?

Yes. You can remove your API key at any time from your startup settings.

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