AI Directories is a manual submission service that gets your AI startup listed on 100+ high-authority directories, building backlinks and improving SEO without the busy work.
What is AI Directories?
AI Directories is a paid service where your startup’s information is manually submitted to a curated list of AI directories, tool directories, and startup listing platforms. You provide your tool details; the service handles the sign-up, description, and link placement across each directory. It was created by founder Sergiu Chiriac after his own experience manually submitting AI tools.
Key Features
- Manual submission to 100+ directories — Your startup is manually listed on high-DR (Domain Rating) directories including paid and freemium platforms. DR values are verified using Ahrefs.
- High-authority backlinks — Each submission includes a do-follow backlink from directories with DR ratings ranging from 35 to 75+ (e.g., OpenTools DR 68, Toolfolio DR 40, PeerPush DR 74).
- Detailed submission report — After completion, you receive a full report showing every directory your tool appears on, including submission links and status.
- One-time payment, no subscription — All plans are a single payment. Tiers: Starter, Pro, Premium, and Ultimate (custom quote).
- Fast turnaround — Listings are typically live within days, not weeks, with most directories approving within 48 hours.
- Newsletter mentions — Every paid plan includes one mention in a curated AI newsletter to drive additional traffic.
- Reach active AI enthusiasts — Your tool gets in front of early adopters, founders, and creators actively searching for new AI tools.
Who is it for?
- AI startup founders launching a new product who need quick visibility and backlinks to compete with established tools.
- Indie hackers with side projects who lack time to manually submit to dozens of directories.
- SaaS builders looking to improve domain authority and organic search rankings through quality directory links.
What can you do with AI Directories?
- Launch a new AI tool: Submit to 100+ directories on day one to get immediate indexation and traffic from directory visitors.
- Boost SEO rankings: Accumulate do-follow backlinks from high-DR sites, which helps your site rank for relevant keywords faster than relying on organic link building alone.
- Attract early adopters: Directories like OpenTools (3M monthly traffic) and PeerPush (330K monthly traffic) draw AI enthusiasts searching for new tools; being listed there drives targeted signups.
How does it work?
You provide your startup’s name, description, URL, and logo in a single submission. The AI Directories team manually signs up for each directory (free or paid) on your behalf, writes a tailored description, and submits your link. Within a few days, you receive a report showing where your tool is now listed.
Pricing
AI Directories offers four one-time payment plans with no recurring fees. The Starter plan covers 30+ directories, Pro covers 60+, Premium covers 100+, and Ultimate provides a custom quote for specific paid-directory placements. Each plan includes a detailed submission report and one newsletter mention.
FAQ
Is the submission manual or automated?
All submissions are done manually by the AI Directories team. Each directory is individually signed up and submitted, ensuring accuracy and compliance with each platform’s terms.
How long does it take to see results?
Most directories approve listings within 48 hours, and founders report seeing new signups and backlink improvements within the first week. Full SEO impact compounds over 30 days.
Do I get a list of where my startup is listed?
Yes. Every plan includes a detailed submission report containing the URL of each directory listing, the type of backlink (do-follow), and the directory’s Domain Rating (DR) when available.
