Developer Tools directories
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Top picks 1
The Developer Tools directories we would submit to first.
StackShare maps tech stacks — developers discover tools through stack comparisons and “what X uses” pages; accurate stack tags drive discovery.
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The rest, ranked 5
Every other Developer Tools directory, in leaderboard order.
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | DevHuntBest for launch & referral traffic · devhunt.org | 63 | Dofollow | Paid | WORTH IT |
| 3 | Stack OverflowBest for community & founder reach · stackoverflow.com | 92 | Nofollow | Free | LOW PRIORITY |
| 4 | PublicAPIs.devBest for community & founder reach · publicapis.dev | 46 | Dofollow | Free | OPTIONAL |
| 5 | CyberSec ToolsBest for launch & referral traffic · cybersectools.com | 25 | Dofollow | Paid | LOW PRIORITY |
| 6 | Pipedream SourcesBest for community & founder reach · pipedream.com | 83 | Nofollow | Free | LOW PRIORITY |
FAQ
Quick answers about Developer Tools directories.
How many developer tools directories are there?
SEOmade tracks 6 developer tools directories. 4 give a dofollow link and 4 are free to list on. The average domain rating is 65.
Which developer tools directory has the highest domain rating?
Stack Overflow has the highest domain rating in this category at DR 92. It is nofollow and free. Next is Pipedream Sources at DR 83.
Which developer tools directories should I submit to first?
Start with Stackshare, DevHunt, Stack Overflow. They rank highest on the leaderboard because they combine a strong editorial tier and product fit with real domain rating — not just a high DR number.
Are developer tools directories free?
4 of the 6 are free; the other 2 charge for a listing or a faster review. Paying mostly buys speed or placement, not a stronger link.
Do developer tools directories give dofollow links?
4 of the 6 give a dofollow link that passes authority to your domain. The rest are nofollow, which still sends referral traffic and brand searches.