Submit Your Startup to Startupbase
startupbase.io · Launchpads & Startups ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
51Domain Rating
#52/145Category rank
FreemiumPricing
DofollowLink type
#52In category
Key facts
- Startupbase (startupbase.io) is a startup launch platform with a Domain Rating of 51/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #52 of 145 in Launchpads & Startups tracked by Clakr, 6 points above the category average of DR 44.8.
- Listing is Freemium; links are Dofollow.
- What it's known for: Launch-day visibility.
- 62% of Launchpads & Startups are free and 65% offer dofollow links.
Last verified: June 12, 2026 · Source: Clakr directory dataset (1,057 directories) + Ahrefs Domain Rating
Startupbase vs. the average directory
| Metric | Startupbase | Avg. Launchpads & Startups (145) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 51 | 44.8 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Freemium | 62% free | |
| Link type | Dofollow | 65% 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 Startupbase
- Open startupbase.io 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 Startupbase as Submitted, then Published, and save the link to your live post.
Top 10 Launchpads & Startups by Domain Rating
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Hacker News | 91 | Nofollow | Free |
| #2 | Product Hunt | 91 | Nofollow | Free |
| #3 | Crunchbase | 91 | Dofollow | Free |
| #4 | Mashable | 91 | Nofollow | Free |
| #5 | Spotlight By Y Combinator | 91 | Nofollow | Free |
| #6 | Wellfound (Angellist) | 87 | Dofollow | Free |
| #7 | Built In | 86 | Nofollow | Free |
| #8 | Startup Fame | 83 | Dofollow | Paid |
| #9 | Fazier | 82 | Dofollow | Freemium |
| #10 | Twelve Tools | 81 | Dofollow | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Is Startupbase free to submit to?
Startupbase is freemium: there is a free listing option, plus paid placements for more visibility.
Does Startupbase give dofollow backlinks?
Yes, links from Startupbase are dofollow, which passes SEO authority to your site.
What is Startupbase's Domain Rating?
Startupbase has a Domain Rating of 51/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #52 of 145 in the Launchpads & Startups category tracked by Clakr.
How does Startupbase compare to similar directories?
With DR 51, Startupbase is 6 points above the Launchpads & Startups average of DR 44.8. 62% of directories in this category are free and 65% offer dofollow links.
Can I track my Startupbase submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Startupbase, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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