On Startups
On Startups is free to list on, gives a nofollow link, and is best used for community & founder reach — with a very high domain rating of 99.
Overview
On Startups is a community channel — participate authentically and add value before mentioning your product. (nofollow listing, free to submit)
- Niche community reach
- Feedback loops
- Targeted audience traffic
On Startups is a good fit for SaaS products, indie projects. Audience: Topic-specific community members.
How to submit
- 1Open the site
linkedin.com in a new tab.
- 2Find the submit flow
Look for “Submit”, “Add product” or “List your startup” in the nav or footer.
- 3Fill in your listing
Name, tagline, description, URL, logo, screenshots. The Chrome extension fills these in one click.
- 4Pick the right category
Choose Community or the closest fit so you reach the right audience.
- 5Submit and wait
Free listings are usually reviewed by hand — expect days to a few weeks.
Topical relevance matters: Community directories help most when your product fits that category. Nofollow links still drive referral traffic and brand visibility.
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Frequently asked questions
Is On Startups worth submitting to?
On Startups is a community channel — participate authentically and add value before mentioning your product. (nofollow listing, free to submit)
Does On Startups give a dofollow or nofollow link?
On Startups provides a nofollow link. It won't pass direct link equity, but it still drives referral traffic and helps brand discovery.
Is On Startups free?
Yes — On Startups offers a free way to get listed. Free listings are often reviewed manually, so approval can take from a few days to a few weeks.
What is On Startups's domain rating (DR)?
On Startups (linkedin.com) currently has a domain rating of 99 on Ahrefs' 0–100 scale — a very high score. Higher DR generally means a stronger backlink profile, which is one signal of how much weight a link from the site may carry.