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Startup Fame alternative

A Startup Fame alternative built for the long run

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.

Startup Fame

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.