Submit Your Startup to Stack Overflow
stackoverflow.com · Dev & Open Source ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
92Domain Rating
#3/22Category rank
FreePricing
NofollowLink type
#3In category
Key facts
- Stack Overflow (stackoverflow.com) is a developer directory with a Domain Rating of 92/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #3 of 22 in Dev & Open Source tracked by Clakr, 34 points above the category average of DR 58.
- Listing is Free; links are Nofollow.
- What it's known for: Developer audience.
- 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
Stack Overflow vs. the average directory
| Metric | Stack Overflow | Avg. Dev & Open Source (22) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 92 | 58 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Free | 59% free | |
| Link type | Nofollow | 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 Stack Overflow
- Open stackoverflow.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 Stack Overflow 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 Stack Overflow free to submit to?
Yes, listing your startup on Stack Overflow is free.
Does Stack Overflow give dofollow backlinks?
No, links from Stack Overflow are nofollow. The value is referral traffic, brand mentions and visibility rather than direct link equity.
What is Stack Overflow's Domain Rating?
Stack Overflow has a Domain Rating of 92/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #3 of 22 in the Dev & Open Source category tracked by Clakr.
How does Stack Overflow compare to similar directories?
With DR 92, Stack Overflow 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 Stack Overflow submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Stack Overflow, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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