Submit Your Startup to Inc42
inc42.com · Tech Press ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
80Domain Rating
#40/67Category rank
FreePricing
NofollowLink type
#40In category
Key facts
- Inc42 (inc42.com) is a tech publication with a Domain Rating of 80/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #40 of 67 in Tech Press tracked by Clakr, 3 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
Inc42 vs. the average directory
| Metric | Inc42 | Avg. Tech Press (67) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 80 | 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 Inc42
- Open inc42.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 Inc42 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 Inc42 free to submit to?
Yes, listing your startup on Inc42 is free.
Does Inc42 give dofollow backlinks?
No, links from Inc42 are nofollow. The value is referral traffic, brand mentions and visibility rather than direct link equity.
What is Inc42's Domain Rating?
Inc42 has a Domain Rating of 80/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #40 of 67 in the Tech Press category tracked by Clakr.
How does Inc42 compare to similar directories?
With DR 80, Inc42 is 3 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 Inc42 submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Inc42, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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