A launch platform and directory with badges and backlinks. It's a great option — here's an honest comparison with JustLaunched, and why founders often use both.
Founders chasing backlinks, badges, and directory exposure.
Free listing with paid featured and badge upgrades.
Where it shines
Strong focus on backlinks and SEO value
Badge program for social proof
Quick, low-friction submission
Common trade-offs
Discovery leans heavily on the directory itself
Less editorial curation than newsletter-led platforms
JustLaunched
Evergreen
A curated SaaS launch directory for founders and early adopters.
$9 one-time · $29 adds a dofollow backlink and top-of-feed placement.
What you get
Permanent, SEO-indexed listing — no single make-or-break day
Reviewed and live within the same week
A spot in the curated weekly launch newsletter
One-time pricing from $9 — no subscription, listing stays up
Upvotes, category browsing, and a polished profile page
JustLaunched pairs the same badge-and-backlink value with a curated weekly digest and a daily SaaS feed, so your listing earns links and active distribution. Both can sit in your launch checklist.
Frequently asked questions
Is JustLaunched a good Startup Fame alternative?
Yes — if you want an evergreen, SEO-indexed launch page and ongoing newsletter distribution rather than relying on a single high-pressure launch day. Many founders use both Startup Fame and JustLaunched together: one for the spike, JustLaunched for the long tail.
Do I have to choose between Startup Fame and JustLaunched?
No. They serve different moments in a launch. A launch platform and directory with badges and backlinks. JustLaunched gives every product a permanent listing and a weekly newsletter slot for a single one-time fee, so listing on both widens your reach and backlink footprint.
How much does it cost to launch on JustLaunched?
$9 one-time for a permanent listing, or $29 to add a dofollow backlink, 30 days of top-of-feed placement, and priority review. Both are one-time charges — there is no subscription and no free tier.
How fast will my launch go live on JustLaunched?
Standard submissions are reviewed within 3 business days and promoted launches are prioritised within a day, then publish as soon as they are approved. Every listing is reviewed before going live to keep the directory high-quality.
Add JustLaunched to your launch checklist
Launch wherever your audience is — then give your product a permanent home that keeps working long after launch day.