Submit Your Startup to Hackernoon
hackernoon.com · Tech Press ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
87Domain Rating
#29/67Category rank
FreePricing
NofollowLink type
#29In category
Key facts
- Hackernoon (hackernoon.com) is a tech publication with a Domain Rating of 87/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #29 of 67 in Tech Press tracked by Clakr, 10 points above the category average of DR 77.5.
- Listing is Free; links are Nofollow.
- What it's known for: Press credibility.
- 91% of Tech Press are free and 4% offer dofollow links.
Last verified: June 12, 2026 · Source: Clakr directory dataset (1,057 directories) + Ahrefs Domain Rating
Hackernoon vs. the average directory
| Metric | Hackernoon | Avg. Tech Press (67) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 87 | 77.5 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Free | 91% free | |
| Link type | Nofollow | 4% dofollow |
Domain Rating is Ahrefs' 0 to 100 measure of a site's backlink authority. Learn how DR works.
How to submit your startup to Hackernoon
- Open hackernoon.com and locate the submit / add product page (create an account if required).
- Prepare your assets: logo, short tagline, description and screenshots. Reuse the same kit across directories to move fast.
- Submit your startup, then watch for a confirmation or review email.
- Track it in Clakr: mark Hackernoon as Submitted, then Published, and save the link to your live post.
Top 10 Tech Press by Domain Rating
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Forbes Technology | 94 | Nofollow | Free |
| #2 | Guardian Technology | 93 | Nofollow | Free |
| #3 | Psychology Today | 93 | Nofollow | Free |
| #4 | Techcrunch | 92 | Nofollow | Paid |
| #5 | Digg | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #6 | Healthline | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #7 | Fastcompany | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #8 | Wired | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #9 | Tech | Time | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #10 | Huffpost | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Is Hackernoon free to submit to?
Yes, listing your startup on Hackernoon is free.
Does Hackernoon give dofollow backlinks?
No, links from Hackernoon are nofollow. The value is referral traffic, brand mentions and visibility rather than direct link equity.
What is Hackernoon's Domain Rating?
Hackernoon has a Domain Rating of 87/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #29 of 67 in the Tech Press category tracked by Clakr.
How does Hackernoon compare to similar directories?
With DR 87, Hackernoon is 10 points above the Tech Press average of DR 77.5. 91% of directories in this category are free and 4% offer dofollow links.
Can I track my Hackernoon submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Hackernoon, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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