Submit Your Startup to Hotfrog
hotfrog.com · General Directories ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
81Domain Rating
#24/282Category rank
FreePricing
NofollowLink type
#24In category
Key facts
- Hotfrog (hotfrog.com) is a business directory with a Domain Rating of 81/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #24 of 282 in General Directories tracked by Clakr, 39 points above the category average of DR 41.6.
- Listing is Free; links are Nofollow.
- What it's known for: Local SEO citations.
- 73% of General Directories are free and 94% offer dofollow links.
Last verified: June 12, 2026 · Source: Clakr directory dataset (1,057 directories) + Ahrefs Domain Rating
Hotfrog vs. the average directory
| Metric | Hotfrog | Avg. General Directories (282) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 81 | 41.6 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Free | 73% free | |
| Link type | Nofollow | 94% 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 Hotfrog
- Open hotfrog.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 Hotfrog as Submitted, then Published, and save the link to your live post.
Top 10 General Directories by Domain Rating
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Google Business Profile | 99 | Dofollow | Free |
| #2 | Wikipedia | 97 | Nofollow | Free |
| #3 | Unsplash | 94 | Dofollow | Free |
| #4 | Yelp | 94 | Nofollow | Free |
| #5 | Linktree | 94 | N/A | N/A |
| #6 | Better Business Bureau | 93 | Dofollow | Free |
| #7 | Fmhy | 93 | Dofollow | Free |
| #8 | Tripadvisor | 93 | Dofollow | Free |
| #9 | Ai Toolhouse | 92 | Dofollow | Paid |
| #10 | Gartner | 92 | Dofollow | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotfrog free to submit to?
Yes, listing your startup on Hotfrog is free.
Does Hotfrog give dofollow backlinks?
No, links from Hotfrog are nofollow. The value is referral traffic, brand mentions and visibility rather than direct link equity.
What is Hotfrog's Domain Rating?
Hotfrog has a Domain Rating of 81/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #24 of 282 in the General Directories category tracked by Clakr.
How does Hotfrog compare to similar directories?
With DR 81, Hotfrog is 39 points above the General Directories average of DR 41.6. 73% of directories in this category are free and 94% offer dofollow links.
Can I track my Hotfrog submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Hotfrog, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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