Built for founders. Handled by humans.

Submit your AI or SaaS to up to 200 directories.

Your next customer could find you in a directory. We handle the human submissions, tailored copy, and screenshot proof — so you can focus on building, not filling out 200 forms.

Launch batch: we take a limited number of orders per week so every submission is done by hand.

✓ One-time payment   ✓ Full Coverage starts within 48h

Illustrative dashboard
SUBMISSION OVERVIEWExample project

Your next launch.
Every submission accounted for.

Submission progress164 / 200
200Directory submission target
48hTarget work-start window
AIAI tool discovery directoryProof saved ✓
↗SaaS product directorySubmitted ✓
✳Startup & launch communityIn review
Illustrative dashboard · not live reporting
No more “did it get submitted?”Screenshot evidence. Every step.
200+Directories in the submission pool
48hWork starts after complete intake
1,000+Views possible, never guaranteed
100% humanManual submissions. Real proof.
Places your product could be discoveredExample targets · eligibility varies · not partners
SourceForge DR 93AlternativeToSaaSHubBetaListThere’s An AI For ThatFuturepedia

SourceForge: DR 93 reported by SERP DR (Ahrefs metric), updated 7 Nov 2026. Other ratings omitted. DR is not a promise of links, rankings, or acceptance.

A smaller to-do list. A bigger launch.

One brief. Hundreds of opportunities.

Skip the endless forms and spreadsheets. Stay focused on building something people want.

01

Pick your plan

Choose Launch for 100 directory submissions or Full Coverage for 200. One payment, no subscription. Pick the coverage that fits your product.

02

Complete one intake

Share your URL, logo, audience, and product details in one brief. Full Coverage starts within 48 calendar hours after payment and complete intake are confirmed; Launch is scheduled within five business days. Humans tailor each submission to the directory's rules.

03

Get proof & tracking

Get screenshot proof and shared tracking for submitted, pending, and published listings. Directory approval timelines vary.

Build once. Get discovered in more places.

Your next customer is looking.
Give them more ways to find you.

Directory distribution is a starting point for discovery — not a shortcut to guaranteed sales or rankings.

Trade forms for focus

A broad manual launch can take 40+ hours. Delegate the repetitive submission work and spend that time improving your product.

Make more discovery possible

Reach people actively browsing for solutions. 1,000+ views is possible, but traffic depends on fit, acceptance, and demand.

Open a path to orders

A relevant listing can introduce a ready-to-buy customer to your tool. We create opportunities — not guaranteed conversions.

Build a natural web presence

Earn relevant citations and potential backlinks where directories accept your product. Link attributes vary; rankings are never promised.

Support AI discovery

Clear, consistent product information can help discovery systems understand your tool. AI mentions and recommendations are not guaranteed.

Know what actually happened

See submission screenshots and track status in one place. No mystery spreadsheets, automated blasts, or invented success reports.

Relevant places. Not random links.

Meet people already exploring.

We prioritize fit across AI, SaaS, and startup categories, respecting each directory's editorial and submission rules.

AI tool directoriesSaaS marketplacesStartup discoveryDeveloper toolsProductivity & no-codeNiche software listings

Sample categories, not partner endorsements. Final targets depend on product fit and eligibility.

What lands in your hands

Don’t take our word for it.
Check the submission evidence.

Human work, documented. A submission is not an approval — both should be clearly marked.

What you get

  • A product-matched directory target list
  • Manual submissions with tailored product copy
  • Screenshot proof of each completed submission
  • A shared status tracker with directory URLs
  • Published links where directories approve listings
  • Full Coverage: free resubmits for rejected listings, where permitted

Delivery format: a shared tracker and screenshot folder, or an agreed export. The on-page dashboard is a mockup, not an operational customer portal.

SAMPLE proof record — sample formatMOCK DATA · SAMPLE FORMAT · NOT A CUSTOMER RESULT
example-directory.invalid / submission

Submission received

Your product is awaiting editorial review.

ProductExample SaaS
DirectoryExample Directory
EvidenceScreenshot attached

Illustrative screenshot mockup. No actual listing, approval, or customer outcome is shown.

Know what you are buying

Scope, timing and status definitions

Submission work is not a promise of publication or search visibility.

Free, no-badge scope

We prioritize eligible free directories with no mandatory website badge, reciprocal backlink or link exchange. Paid placements, fast-track fees, subscriptions and directory listing fees are not included and are not purchased as part of these plans. We skip targets whose requirements conflict with that scope. The final target mix depends on product fit; no named directory, approval count, followed link, indexing or ranking is guaranteed.

Exactly what a 48-hour start means

For Full Coverage, the 48-hour start window means 48 calendar hours after payment and complete intake are received and confirmed. Complete intake includes the product URL, accurate descriptions, logo/screenshots, category, pricing, authorized contact and any required permissions. Starting means beginning the target-fit review and preparing tailored submission copy; it does not mean all 200 forms are submitted, approved, live or indexed within 48 hours. Missing assets or customer verification can delay subsequent submissions. Launch is instead scheduled within five business days after complete intake.

Submitted vs approved vs live vs indexed

Submitted
The application/form was sent; receipt or screenshot evidence is saved. Review may still be pending.
Approved
The directory communicated acceptance. A public page may not exist yet.
Live
A public listing URL was opened and checked. A live page can still be absent from search engines.
Indexed
Separate evidence shows a named search engine includes that exact URL. Record the engine, date and evidence. Do not infer indexing from submission, approval, a crawl request or a live page.

Unknown stays unknown. Rejected, awaiting verification and pending review are separate notes, not successful approvals.

SAMPLE proof report — sample format

All rows below are mock data, not customer work, real directory URLs or performance results. Actual proof should include timestamps, evidence references and live URLs only when checked.

SAMPLE FORMAT — fictitious Example SaaS report
Mock targetStatusEvidence fieldLive / indexing evidence
Example Directory ASubmitted; review pendingSample receipt/screenshot referenceNo live URL; indexing unknown
Example Directory BApproved, not yet liveSample acceptance-message referenceNo public page verified; indexing unknown
Example Directory CLive (illustrative only)Sample public-page check referenceexample.invalid/listing; indexing unknown

Download the SAMPLE tracker CSV — sample format. A real report records what was observed, not estimated approval or indexing percentages.

Keep your launch. Lose the busywork.

Do it yourself.
Or get your time back.

Same product. A lot fewer tabs open.

DIY directory submissions compared with GearPicked service
The launch workDoing it yourselfWith GearPicked
Your timeResearch, forms, and follow-ups One intake; we handle submissions
Finding directoriesBuild and qualify your own list Relevant targets matched to your product
Submission copyRewrite for each directory Human-tailored to submission rules
EvidenceCollect your own screenshots Screenshot proof recorded
Status trackingMaintain your own spreadsheet Project status tracking
Correctable rejectionsRevisit every form yourself Free resubmits to original targets
Publishing decisionsControlled by each directory Still controlled by each directory

40+ hours is an illustrative workload estimate, not a measured customer saving. Directory approval is always independent.

Simple pricing. No monthly bill.

A launch investment. Not another subscription.

Pay once for the submission work. You keep building.

LAUNCH
$99 USD / one time

100 directory submissions

A focused foundation for your first wave of discovery.

  • 100 directory submission targets
  • Manual submissions with tailored copy
  • Screenshot proof of submissions
  • Shared submission status tracker
  • Scheduled within 5 business days
  • Clear submission and review statuses
Start Submissions

You pay for submissions, not guaranteed approvals. Free/no-badge targets are prioritized; no paid placements, directory fees or reciprocal link exchanges are included.
Full Coverage starts within 48 hours; Launch is scheduled within five business days after complete intake. Completion and moderation timelines vary.

Choose your plan and pay via PayPal.
Plan buttons open our order page, where PayPal handles payment. No card details are collected here. Confirm eligibility and delivery requirements before paying. Questions? [email protected].
Why this model works

Distribution is work.
That’s the opportunity.

Founders don't just need another list of directories. They need someone to do the work — carefully, quickly, and with proof.

More relevant listings create more opportunities for product discovery, visits, and orders. Results depend on your product, audience, and the directories that accept it.

A first $149 sale. 200 submissions.
36 hours of hands-on delivery.

In the reference story, a founder offered a done-for-you directory service, earned a first $149 order, and completed all 200 submissions by hand with screenshot evidence. The supplied story describes a happy customer, 1,000+ views, and orders from directory listings. These are reported outcomes for the model, not verified GearPicked results.

The takeaway: useful distribution plus transparent delivery is a service founders value.

Paraphrased from the supplied account; not independently verified. No GearPicked results are claimed. 1,000+ views is a possible outcome, not a forecast or guarantee.
A fair comparison. Not a victory lap.

Compare the work.
Not just the directory count.

GearPicked is one option, not the only option. Here is what providers publish about their prices, process, and evidence.

Checked 8 November 2026 · Published by GearPicked, a service being compared. USD, one-time advertised prices. These are provider claims, not independently tested outcomes; current checkout and terms take precedence. No affiliate links.

On small screens, scroll the table horizontally. “Starts within” is not a completion deadline. Submi sells live-listing targets; GearPicked sells submission work. Paid directory fees, eligibility, bonuses, and support vary, so these are not identical packages.

Directory submission services: publicly advertised offers, checked 8 November 2026
ProviderPrice / scopeMethodTiming statedEvidence offeredReference
GearPicked$99 / 100; $149 / 200ManualFull Coverage starts within 48 hoursScreenshot evidence + shared trackerOur offer ↗
ListingSaaS$99 / 100; $149 / 200ManualLaunch: 5 business days; Full Coverage starts within 48 hoursScreenshot proof + live dashboardSource ↗
Free AI Directories$99 / 80; $149 / 200; $199 / 300Manual48–72 hours / 4 business days / 6 business daysSpreadsheet submission reportSource ↗
SubmitWell$35 / 50; $59 / 100; $99 / 200Manual6–7 business days for submissionsSubmission URLs + screenshotsSource ↗
SubmitSaaS$60 / 60+; $100 / 100+; $140 / 140+Automation + human review48-hour submission turnaroundGoogle Sheet + screenshots; XLSX exampleSource ↗
BacklinkBot$99 / 100+; $167 / 200+; $357 / 300+Manual directory serviceNot stated on the checked AI-service pageDetailed submission report + proof linksSource ↗
LaunchDirectories$99 / 30+; $149 / 60+; $199 / 100+Manual4–6 days average shownReport with live links + screenshotsSource ↗
StartupSubmit$99 / 60+; $199 / 150+; $299 / 200+Manual, as described5–7 days; Authority 3–7 daysReport + screenshot evidenceSource ↗
Submi$99 / 100 live; $399 / 300 liveManaged; manual/automation split not specified on pricing pageWork starts within 24 hours; publication variesLive URLs + dashboard + CSVSource ↗
Submitator$29 / 30; $49 / 60; $79 / 100; $149 / full catalogAutomated, with some manual exceptionsMost within 24–48 hours; up to 21 days at peakDashboard + links + screenshotsSource ↗

Where GearPicked fits

Our Full Coverage plan is $149 for 200 manual submissions, or $0.745 per target. It includes relevant AI directories, screenshot evidence, shared tracking, and free resubmits of rejected original targets for 30 days where permitted. Work starts within 48 hours after complete intake.

We are not claiming the lowest price or fastest completion. ListingSaaS advertises the same two prices and counts; Free AI Directories also advertises $149 for 200. SubmitWell advertises a lower 200-submission price. Choose based on fit, evidence, and the work you want handled.

Five questions before paying anyone

  1. Am I buying attempts, approved listings, or published links?
  2. Which targets fit my product, and which charge extra?
  3. Does the timeline mean work starts, submissions finish, or listings publish?
  4. Can I check screenshot evidence, a live URL, status, and link attributes separately?
  5. What exactly happens after rejection, and what do the written refund terms say?

Neither a high domain score nor a submission receipt guarantees traffic, ranking gains, sales, or AI citations.

One real public example: our own service listing

GearPicked on LaunchBoosts ↗ was publicly live when checked on 8 November 2026. Its website link points to our Netlify service page and is marked nofollow noopener. This is GearPicked’s own listing, not a customer result or a dofollow claim. Availability and link attributes can change.

Need a practical report format? Download an illustrative submission tracker (CSV). It contains example records only, not customer work.

Choose your submission plan ↗

Directory submissions, explained

Clear answers before you launch.

What the service does, what it doesn’t promise, and how to choose your scope.

What is a directory submission service?

A directory submission service prepares a product profile and submits it to relevant third-party listing sites. GearPicked offers manual submission work for AI tools and SaaS products, including tailored descriptions, screenshot evidence, and shared status tracking. You buy the submission work; each directory independently decides whether and when to publish.

For our service, choose 100 submissions for $99 or 200 for $149. A published listing, a backlink, and a sale are separate outcomes; none should be inferred from a submitted form.

How many directories should a SaaS submit to?

There is no universal number of directories a SaaS should join. Start with a short list whose audience, categories, and eligibility fit your product, then expand only when additional sites offer genuine discovery value. GearPicked offers 100- and 200-submission plans, but the right scope depends on product fit, not a ranking formula.

Prioritize accurate profiles and useful audiences. Ask for the planned target list before purchasing; do not submit a manual service as if it were an AI tool or software application.

Do directory backlinks help SEO in 2026?

Relevant directory listings can make a business easier to discover and may include links, but they do not guarantee better search rankings. Google identifies low-quality directory links and excessive link exchanges as link spam. Choose listings for their audience and usefulness; check whether links are follow, nofollow, sponsored, redirected, or absent.

Google’s link-spam guidance distinguishes useful promotion from links created mainly to manipulate rankings. Do not buy ranking credit, invent reviews, or agree to excessive reciprocal links. Paid placements should use appropriate link attributes.

Which directories matter for AI tools?

For AI tools, the directories that matter are those that actually accept your product category and reach likely users. Examples to evaluate include FutureTools, There’s An AI For That, and software-comparison directories such as SaaSHub. Submission fees, editorial criteria, and link policies vary; a directory name is not an approval promise.

Verify the current submission page and price first. These are examples, not partners or guaranteed free targets. GearPicked itself is a manual service, so software-only and AI-only directories may not accept it.

How long until listings go live?

Submission and publication are different stages. GearPicked’s Full Coverage work starts within 48 hours after complete intake; Launch is scheduled within five business days. A directory may publish promptly, review for days or weeks, reject the product, or never respond. The tracker should distinguish submission evidence from a live listing.

The supplied Reddit founder story describes 36-hour manual delivery for a similar model, not a GearPicked completion guarantee. Check the recorded status and live URL rather than assuming that every submitted form was approved.

Official service page: gearpicked.com/submit. GearPicked is a service for manual AI/SaaS directory submissions. Orders and PayPal checkout run on gearpicked-directories.netlify.app.

Sources and editorial notes

Google Search spam policies: link spam · Google: AI features and your website

Google says there is no special AI schema or AI text file required for AI Overviews or AI Mode. Helpful, crawlable, indexed content and accurate structured data remain the fundamentals. Rankings, indexing, traffic, sales, and AI citations are not guaranteed.

Good questions. Straight answers.

Before you get listed.

What is a directory submission service?

A directory submission service prepares a product profile and submits it to relevant third-party listing sites. GearPicked offers manual submission work for AI tools and SaaS products, including tailored descriptions, screenshot evidence, and shared status tracking. You buy the submission work; each directory independently decides whether and when to publish.

How many directories should my SaaS submit to?

There is no universal number of directories a SaaS should join. Start with a short list whose audience, categories, and eligibility fit your product, then expand only when additional sites offer genuine discovery value. GearPicked offers 100- and 200-submission plans, but the right scope depends on product fit, not a ranking formula.

Do directory backlinks help SEO in 2026?

Relevant directory listings can make a business easier to discover and may include links, but they do not guarantee better search rankings. Google identifies low-quality directory links and excessive link exchanges as link spam. Choose listings for their audience and usefulness; check whether links are follow, nofollow, sponsored, redirected, or absent.

Which directories matter for AI tools?

For AI tools, the directories that matter are those that actually accept your product category and reach likely users. Examples to evaluate include FutureTools, There’s An AI For That, and software-comparison directories such as SaaSHub. Submission fees, editorial criteria, and link policies vary; a directory name is not an approval promise.

How long until listings go live?

Submission and publication are different stages. GearPicked’s Full Coverage work starts within 48 hours after complete intake; Launch is scheduled within five business days. A directory may publish promptly, review for days or weeks, reject the product, or never respond. The tracker should distinguish submission evidence from a live listing.

Are submissions manual or automated?

Submissions are manual. A person adapts your public product information to the directory’s requirements. We do not use automated submission blasts, invent reviews, or promise editorial acceptance.

What do I need to provide?

Provide your product URL, name, short and long descriptions, logo, screenshots, pricing, category, audience, and an authorized contact email. You may need to complete email verification yourself. Do not send account passwords or card details in the intake.

What proof and delivery format will I receive?

Delivery is screenshot evidence plus shared tracking, with directory URLs, submission status, rejection notes, and published URLs when available. Confirm the tracker and screenshot-folder access during intake. The dashboard and proof record shown on this page are illustrative, not real customer data or an operational portal.

What if a directory rejects a listing?

Full Coverage includes free resubmits for rejected original targets for 30 days, after necessary corrections and only where another submission is permitted. Resubmission does not guarantee approval. No paid placements or directory fees are included. Contact us to confirm the resubmission window and written refund terms before ordering.

Are all directory backlinks dofollow?

No. A listing can use follow, nofollow, sponsored, or redirected links, or contain no outbound link. Directory owners control these choices. We sell manual submission work and evidence, not guaranteed ranking-passing backlinks or a fixed number of published links.

How do I pay for the service?

Launch costs $99 USD for 100 submissions; Full Coverage costs $149 USD for 200, one time. Plan buttons open GearPicked’s Netlify order page with PayPal payment buttons. Questions about product eligibility, delivery, or terms? Use the Questions? email link in the footer. Payment completion has not been tested with a purchase.

Will this guarantee traffic, orders, rankings, or AI citations?

No. Outcomes depend on product quality, directory relevance, editorial decisions, audience demand, and search systems. Google says no special schema or AI text file is needed for its AI features. Accurate content and crawlability help eligibility, but do not guarantee indexing, recommendations, sales, or citations.

How do I compare directory submission services?

Compare the unit of work, directory eligibility, submission method, evidence, timelines, and written terms. A package of submission attempts is not the same as a live-listing target. Check whether a deadline means work starts or finishes, and whether paid listing fees, screenshots, rejection handling, and account access are included.

Is GearPicked the cheapest or fastest directory submission service?

We do not claim either. Our plans are $99 for 100 manual submissions and $149 for 200. Some providers advertise lower prices, identical pricing, or faster completion. Full Coverage starts within 48 hours after complete intake; directory publication times vary. Compare current offers and the evidence you will receive.

What exactly does the 48-hour start mean?

For Full Coverage, the 48-hour start window means 48 calendar hours after payment and complete intake are received and confirmed. Complete intake includes the product URL, accurate descriptions, logo/screenshots, category, pricing, authorized contact and any required permissions. Starting means beginning the target-fit review and preparing tailored submission copy; it does not mean all 200 forms are submitted, approved, live or indexed within 48 hours. Missing assets or customer verification can delay subsequent submissions. Launch is instead scheduled within five business days after complete intake.

Are paid placements, badges or reciprocal links included?

We prioritize eligible free directories with no mandatory website badge, reciprocal backlink or link exchange. Paid placements, fast-track fees, subscriptions and directory listing fees are not included and are not purchased as part of these plans. We skip targets whose requirements conflict with that scope. The final target mix depends on product fit; no named directory, approval count, followed link, indexing or ranking is guaranteed.

What are the refund and resubmission terms?

The existing offer does not promise an automatic refund for editorial rejection, delayed publication, no traffic or no ranking improvement. Full Coverage includes free resubmits of rejected original targets for 30 days where allowed, after correctable issues are addressed; this is not an approval guarantee or a new-target replacement promise. Ask for written cancellation/refund terms and the applicable resubmission-window dates before paying. If delivery differs from the agreed scope, contact us with your order and tracker so we can review the issue against that agreement. Applicable statutory consumer rights are unaffected.

What is the difference between submitted, approved, live and indexed?

Submitted means the form or application was sent and evidence saved. Approved means the directory communicated acceptance. Live means a public listing URL was checked and resolves to the product listing. Indexed means there is separate evidence that a named search engine includes that URL. A submission receipt or live URL does not prove indexing; unknown stays unknown.

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