Submit Your Startup to Softpedia
softpedia.com · General Directories ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
86Domain Rating
#15/282Category rank
FreePricing
DofollowLink type
#15In category
Key facts
- Softpedia (softpedia.com) is a business directory with a Domain Rating of 86/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #15 of 282 in General Directories tracked by Clakr, 44 points above the category average of DR 41.6.
- Listing is Free; links are Dofollow.
- What it's known for: Backlink footprint.
- 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
Softpedia vs. the average directory
| Metric | Softpedia | Avg. General Directories (282) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 86 | 41.6 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Free | 73% free | |
| Link type | Dofollow | 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 Softpedia
- Open softpedia.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 Softpedia 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 Softpedia free to submit to?
Yes, listing your startup on Softpedia is free.
Does Softpedia give dofollow backlinks?
Yes, links from Softpedia are dofollow, which passes SEO authority to your site.
What is Softpedia's Domain Rating?
Softpedia has a Domain Rating of 86/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #15 of 282 in the General Directories category tracked by Clakr.
How does Softpedia compare to similar directories?
With DR 86, Softpedia is 44 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 Softpedia submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Softpedia, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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