Submit Your Startup to Techcrunch
techcrunch.com · Tech Press ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
92Domain Rating
#4/67Category rank
PaidPricing
NofollowLink type
★ TopEditor's pick
Key facts
- Techcrunch (techcrunch.com) is a tech publication with a Domain Rating of 92/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #4 of 67 in Tech Press tracked by Clakr, 15 points above the category average of DR 77.5.
- Listing is Paid; links are Nofollow.
- What it's known for: Press credibility.
- 91% of Tech Press are free and 4% offer dofollow links.
Last verified: June 12, 2026 · Source: Clakr directory dataset (1,057 directories) + Ahrefs Domain Rating
Techcrunch vs. the average directory
| Metric | Techcrunch | Avg. Tech Press (67) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 92 | 77.5 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Paid | 91% free | |
| Link type | Nofollow | 4% 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 Techcrunch
- Open techcrunch.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 Techcrunch as Submitted, then Published, and save the link to your live post.
Top 10 Tech Press by Domain Rating
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Forbes Technology | 94 | Nofollow | Free |
| #2 | Guardian Technology | 93 | Nofollow | Free |
| #3 | Psychology Today | 93 | Nofollow | Free |
| #4 | Techcrunch | 92 | Nofollow | Paid |
| #5 | Digg | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #6 | Healthline | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #7 | Fastcompany | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #8 | Wired | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #9 | Tech | Time | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
| #10 | Huffpost | 92 | Nofollow | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Is Techcrunch free to submit to?
Techcrunch is a paid directory: expect a fee to get listed or featured.
Does Techcrunch give dofollow backlinks?
No, links from Techcrunch are nofollow. The value is referral traffic, brand mentions and visibility rather than direct link equity.
What is Techcrunch's Domain Rating?
Techcrunch has a Domain Rating of 92/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #4 of 67 in the Tech Press category tracked by Clakr.
How does Techcrunch compare to similar directories?
With DR 92, Techcrunch is 15 points above the Tech Press average of DR 77.5. 91% of directories in this category are free and 4% offer dofollow links.
Can I track my Techcrunch submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Techcrunch, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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