Submit Your Startup to Sourceforge
sourceforge.net · Dev & Open Source ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
92Domain Rating
#2/22Category rank
FreemiumPricing
DofollowLink type
#2In category
Key facts
- Sourceforge (sourceforge.net) is a developer directory with a Domain Rating of 92/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #2 of 22 in Dev & Open Source tracked by Clakr, 34 points above the category average of DR 58.
- Listing is Freemium; links are Dofollow.
- What it's known for: OSS credibility.
- 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
Sourceforge vs. the average directory
| Metric | Sourceforge | Avg. Dev & Open Source (22) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 92 | 58 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Freemium | 59% free | |
| Link type | Dofollow | 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 Sourceforge
- Open sourceforge.net 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 Sourceforge 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 Sourceforge free to submit to?
Sourceforge is freemium: there is a free listing option, plus paid placements for more visibility.
Does Sourceforge give dofollow backlinks?
Yes, links from Sourceforge are dofollow, which passes SEO authority to your site.
What is Sourceforge's Domain Rating?
Sourceforge has a Domain Rating of 92/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #2 of 22 in the Dev & Open Source category tracked by Clakr.
How does Sourceforge compare to similar directories?
With DR 92, Sourceforge is 34 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 Sourceforge submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Sourceforge, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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