Submit Your Startup to Whatsnew
whatsnew.co · Launchpads & Startups ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
4Domain Rating
#144/145Category rank
UnverifiedPricing
UnverifiedLink type
#144In category
Key facts
- Whatsnew (whatsnew.co) is a startup launch platform with a Domain Rating of 4/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #144 of 145 in Launchpads & Startups tracked by Clakr, 41 points below the category average of DR 44.8.
- Listing is Unverified; links are Unverified.
- 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
Whatsnew vs. the average directory
| Metric | Whatsnew | Avg. Launchpads & Startups (145) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 4 | 44.8 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Unverified | 62% free | |
| Link type | Unverified | 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 Whatsnew
- Open whatsnew.co 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 Whatsnew 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 Whatsnew free to submit to?
Pricing for Whatsnew isn't verified yet. Check whatsnew.co for current terms.
Does Whatsnew give dofollow backlinks?
The link type for Whatsnew isn't verified yet. Check a live listing to confirm.
What is Whatsnew's Domain Rating?
Whatsnew has a Domain Rating of 4/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #144 of 145 in the Launchpads & Startups category tracked by Clakr.
How does Whatsnew compare to similar directories?
With DR 4, Whatsnew is 41 points below 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 Whatsnew submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Whatsnew, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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