Submit Your Startup to Yelp
yelp.com · General Directories ✓ DR verified via Ahrefs
94Domain Rating
#4/282Category rank
FreePricing
NofollowLink type
#4In category
Key facts
- Yelp (yelp.com) is a business directory with a Domain Rating of 94/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026).
- It ranks #4 of 282 in General Directories tracked by Clakr, 52 points above the category average of DR 41.6.
- Listing is Free; links are Nofollow.
- What it's known for: Local consumer reviews.
- 73% of General Directories are free and 94% offer dofollow links.
Last verified: June 12, 2026 · Source: Clakr directory dataset (1,057 directories) + Ahrefs Domain Rating
Yelp vs. the average directory
| Metric | Yelp | Avg. General Directories (282) | Avg. all (1,057) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Rating | 94 | 41.6 | 51.7 |
| Pricing | Free | 73% free | |
| Link type | Nofollow | 94% 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 Yelp
- Open yelp.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 Yelp as Submitted, then Published, and save the link to your live post.
Top 10 General Directories by Domain Rating
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Google Business Profile | 99 | Dofollow | Free |
| #2 | Wikipedia | 97 | Nofollow | Free |
| #3 | Unsplash | 94 | Dofollow | Free |
| #4 | Yelp | 94 | Nofollow | Free |
| #5 | Linktree | 94 | N/A | N/A |
| #6 | Better Business Bureau | 93 | Dofollow | Free |
| #7 | Fmhy | 93 | Dofollow | Free |
| #8 | Tripadvisor | 93 | Dofollow | Free |
| #9 | Ai Toolhouse | 92 | Dofollow | Paid |
| #10 | Gartner | 92 | Dofollow | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Is Yelp free to submit to?
Yes, listing your startup on Yelp is free.
Does Yelp give dofollow backlinks?
No, links from Yelp are nofollow. The value is referral traffic, brand mentions and visibility rather than direct link equity.
What is Yelp's Domain Rating?
Yelp has a Domain Rating of 94/100 (Ahrefs, verified June 12, 2026) and ranks #4 of 282 in the General Directories category tracked by Clakr.
How does Yelp compare to similar directories?
With DR 94, Yelp is 52 points above the General Directories average of DR 41.6. 73% of directories in this category are free and 94% offer dofollow links.
Can I track my Yelp submission in Clakr?
Yes. Clakr tracks your status (pending, submitted, published) and stores the link to your live post on Yelp, alongside 1,056 other curated directories.
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