Submit Your Startup to Softonic
softonic.com · SaaS & Alternatives ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
86Domain Rating
#3/125Category rank
PaidPricing
NofollowLink type
#3In category
Key facts
- Softonic (softonic.com) is a software discovery directory with a Domain Rating of 86/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #3 of 125 in SaaS & Alternatives tracked by Clakr, 41 points above the category average of DR 44.8.
- Listing is Paid; links are Nofollow.
- What it's known for: Download portal traffic.
- 79% of SaaS & Alternatives are free and 69% offer dofollow links.
Last verified: June 12, 2026 · Source: Clakr directory dataset (1,057 directories) + Ahrefs Domain Rating
Softonic vs. the average directory
| Metric | Softonic | Avg. SaaS & Alternatives (125) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 86 | 44.8 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Paid | 79% free | |
| Link type | Nofollow | 69% 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 Softonic
- Open softonic.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 and complete the listing payment, then watch for a confirmation or review email.
- Track it in Clakr: mark Softonic as Submitted, then Published, and save the link to your live post.
Top 10 SaaS & Alternatives by Domain Rating
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Zapier App Directory | 91 | Nofollow | Free |
| #2 | Make App Directory | 89 | Nofollow | Free |
| #3 | Softonic | 86 | Nofollow | Paid |
| #4 | Findly.Tools | 79 | Dofollow | Freemium |
| #5 | Saashub | 79 | Dofollow | Free |
| #6 | Alternativeto | 79 | Nofollow | Free |
| #7 | Turbo0 | 79 | Dofollow | Paid |
| #8 | Index By Dodo Payments | 76 | Dofollow | Free |
| #9 | Alternative.Me | 75 | Dofollow | Free |
| #10 | Saasworthy | 75 | Dofollow | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Is Softonic free to submit to?
Softonic is a paid directory: expect a fee to get listed or featured.
Does Softonic give dofollow backlinks?
No, links from Softonic are nofollow. The value is referral traffic, brand mentions and visibility rather than direct link equity.
What is Softonic's Domain Rating?
Softonic has a Domain Rating of 86/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #3 of 125 in the SaaS & Alternatives category tracked by Clakr.
How does Softonic compare to similar directories?
With DR 86, Softonic is 41 points above the SaaS & Alternatives average of DR 44.8. 79% of directories in this category are free and 69% offer dofollow links.
Can I track my Softonic submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Softonic, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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