BasedTools
Overview
DR updated Sep 8, 2026BasedTools catalogs AI tools — buyers browse by category, so sharp use-case positioning beats generic “AI-powered” claims. (dofollow listing, paid submission tiers)
BasedTools is a paid listing, gives a followed (dofollow) link, and is best used for launch & referral traffic — with a solid domain rating of 42.
- best for
- Launch & referral traffic
- strengths
- AI tool discoveryCategory browse trafficNiche AI search
- audience
- People hunting AI tools by use case
- fit
- BasedTools is a good fit for AI tools, SaaS products. Audience: People hunting AI tools by use case.
- expect
- LinksSEO
How to submit
- 01Open the site
basedtools.ai in a new tab.
- 02Find the submit flow
Look for “Submit”, “Add product” or “List your startup” in the nav or footer.
- 03Fill in your listing
Name, tagline, description, URL, logo, screenshots. The Chrome extension fills these in one click.
- 04Pick the right category
Choose Directory or the closest fit so you reach the right audience.
- 05Submit and wait
Pick a paid tier and complete checkout for faster or guaranteed placement.
SEO notes
Topical relevance matters: Directory directories help most when your product fits that category. Dofollow links pass equity to your domain.
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FAQ
Is BasedTools worth submitting to?
BasedTools catalogs AI tools — buyers browse by category, so sharp use-case positioning beats generic “AI-powered” claims. (dofollow listing, paid submission tiers)
Does BasedTools give a dofollow or nofollow link?
BasedTools provides a dofollow link, which passes link equity to your domain and can support your SEO.
Is BasedTools free?
BasedTools is a paid listing. You'll choose a tier and complete checkout, which usually means faster or guaranteed placement.
What is BasedTools's domain rating (DR)?
BasedTools (basedtools.ai) currently has a domain rating of 42 on Ahrefs' 0–100 scale — a solid score. Higher DR generally means a stronger backlink profile, which is one signal of how much weight a link from the site may carry.