SubmitMyStartupGitHub 7 websites · Curated from the public directory
"Free" startup directories (has a catch)
These sites accept free submissions, but ask for something in return or limit what the free listing includes. Check the catch before spending time on a submission.
See also: Free startup directories · All free submission options
Why these sites are here
This bundle includes only free paths with a recorded restriction. Each entry explains what that means for you. Optional paid upgrades alone do not count as a catch. Sites with unverified conditions stay in the all-options view until reviewed.
I have recorded submissions for 5 of these 7 sites. Referral traffic is added after a listing is live and an observation window completes.
A free public resource for founders looking for places to get visibility and users, not only to share what they are building. Results describe this website, not every type of product.
Free* to submit, but the free queue is about 2,519 days (~7 years), so there is no point unless you pay. Skip the line: $19 USD. Full-week sponsorship: $150 USD. Account registration required. Observed 2026-09-25.
Free with a catch · Last reviewed 2026-09-25 · Source notes
My experience
- Status
- In progress — free queue (~2,519 days)
- Price(s)
- Free* ($0 USD); Skip the line for $19 + support 10words! ($19 USD); At just $150 for a full week sponsorship ($150 USD)
- Requirements
- Account registration required
- Queue
- ~2,519 days (~7 years)
- Time
- About 3 minutes
Indie directory. Free* submit with a long free queue (2,766 ahead; estimated launch window Feb 11–18, 2027 observed 2026-09-25). Optional: Skip the Line $9.99 USD; Boost Launch $29.99 USD; Premium Launch $49.99 USD.
Free with a catch · Last reviewed 2026-09-25 · Source notes
My experience
- Status
- In progress — in review (not live yet)
- Price(s)
- Free* ($0 USD); Skip the Line $9.99 ($9.99 USD); Boost Launch $29.99 ($29.99 USD); Premium Launch $49.99 ($49.99 USD)
- Requirements
- Account registration required
- Queue
- 2,766 ahead; estimated launch Feb 11–18, 2027; automated check usually within an hour
- Time
- About 8 minutes
- Notes
- In review; confirmation ID cmugu8mdn000d0kon8djpqqoh. Optional paid skips not purchased. Locked UTM retained.
Basic company profile; registration and social authentication required. Link opens setup instructions.
Free with a catch · Last reviewed 2026-09-24 · Source notes
Classic directory. Free* submit with a reported ~6 month standard review queue. Optional one-time: Premium $47 USD; Pro $117 USD; Super $197 USD. Observed 2026-09-25.
Free with a catch · Last reviewed 2026-09-25 · Source notes
My experience
- Status
- In progress — in review (~6 month queue)
- Price(s)
- Free* ($0 USD); Premium $47 ($47 USD); Pro $117 ($117 USD); Super $197 ($197 USD)
- Queue
- ~6 months standard review queue
- Time
- not recorded
- Notes
- Confirmation 943; paid plans (Premium/Pro/Super) not purchased; locked UTM retained; permanent listing on free path.
Basic vendor listing; submit a profile request, then claim the listing to manage it.
Free with a catch · Last reviewed 2026-09-24 · Source notes
Free Launch ($0) after account signup; homepage badge required for the free path. Paid Basic $12 and Pro $15 optional.
Free with a catch · Last reviewed 2026-09-25 · Source notes
My experience
- Status
- In progress — pending Week 5, 2027 (Feb 1–7)
- Price(s)
- Free Launch ($0 USD); Basic Launch ($12 USD); Pro Launch ($15 USD)
- Requirements
- Account signup; homepage badge required for the free path
- Time
- About 15 minutes
- Notes
- Pending Week 5, 2027 (Feb 1-7).
Free submission; estimated wait ~4 months (observed 2026-09-25). Optional Fast-Track ~$99.
Free with a catch · Last reviewed 2026-09-25 · Source notes
My experience
- Status
- In progress — free queue (~4 months)
- Price(s)
- Free ($0 USD); Upgrade to Fast-Track - $99 ($99 USD)
- Queue
- ~4 months
- Time
- About 5 minutes