Submit Your Startup to Slashdot
slashdot.org · Dev & Open Source ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
87Domain Rating
#6/22Category rank
FreemiumPricing
UnverifiedLink type
#6In category
Key facts
- Slashdot (slashdot.org) is a developer directory with a Domain Rating of 87/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #6 of 22 in Dev & Open Source tracked by Clakr, 29 points above the category average of DR 58.
- Listing is Freemium; links are Unverified.
- 59% of Dev & Open Source are free and 27% offer dofollow links.
Last verified: June 12, 2026 · Source: Clakr directory dataset (1,057 directories) + Ahrefs Domain Rating
Slashdot vs. the average directory
| Metric | Slashdot | Avg. Dev & Open Source (22) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 87 | 58 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Freemium | 59% free | |
| Link type | Unverified | 27% 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 Slashdot
- Open slashdot.org 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 Slashdot as Submitted, then Published, and save the link to your live post.
Top 10 Dev & Open Source by Domain Rating
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Github Showcase | 97 | Nofollow | Free |
| #2 | Sourceforge | 92 | Dofollow | Freemium |
| #3 | Stack Overflow | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #4 | N8N Integrations | 89 | Dofollow | Free |
| #5 | Open Collective | 89 | Nofollow | Free |
| #6 | Slashdot | 87 | N/A | Freemium |
| #7 | Pipedream Sources | 83 | Nofollow | Free |
| #8 | Stackshare | 79 | Dofollow | Free |
| #9 | Open Hub | 77 | N/A | Free |
| #10 | Code Market | 72 | N/A | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Is Slashdot free to submit to?
Slashdot is freemium: there is a free listing option, plus paid placements for more visibility.
Does Slashdot give dofollow backlinks?
The link type for Slashdot isn't verified yet. Check a live listing to confirm.
What is Slashdot's Domain Rating?
Slashdot has a Domain Rating of 87/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #6 of 22 in the Dev & Open Source category tracked by Clakr.
How does Slashdot compare to similar directories?
With DR 87, Slashdot is 29 points above the Dev & Open Source average of DR 58. 59% of directories in this category are free and 27% offer dofollow links.
Can I track my Slashdot submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Slashdot, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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