The TechMap
The TechMap is free to list on, gives a nofollow link, and is best used for community & founder reach — with a low domain rating of 13.
Overview
The TechMap is a community platform — success requires value-first participation in the right subcommunity, not promotional link drops. (free to submit, relatively easy submit)
- Broad reach
- Discussion traffic
- Niche subcommunity potential
The TechMap is a good fit for SaaS products, AI tools, developer tools, indie projects. Audience: Topic-based online communities.
Promotional posts often get removed — lead with discussion, demos, or help
How to submit
- 1Open the site
thetechmap.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.
Similar directories
| # | Directory | DR | Link | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | PeerlistBest for community & founder reach · peerlist.io | 77 | Dofollow | Free | RECOMMENDED |
| 114 | FarkBest for community & founder reach · fark.com | 73 | Dofollow | Free | RECOMMENDED |
| 208 | The Hive IndexBest for community & founder reach · thehiveindex.com | 51 | Dofollow | Free | WORTH IT |
| 214 | UnitaBest for community & founder reach · unita.co | 47 | Dofollow | Free | WORTH IT |
| 414 | PinkaryBest for community & founder reach · pinkary.com | 60 | Dofollow | Free | OPTIONAL |
| 2 | RedditBest for community & founder reach · reddit.com | 95 | Nofollow | Free | TOP PICK |
Frequently asked questions
Is The TechMap worth submitting to?
The TechMap is a community platform — success requires value-first participation in the right subcommunity, not promotional link drops. (free to submit, relatively easy submit)
Does The TechMap give a dofollow or nofollow link?
The TechMap provides a nofollow link. It won't pass direct link equity, but it still drives referral traffic and helps brand discovery.
Is The TechMap free?
Yes — The TechMap 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 The TechMap's domain rating (DR)?
The TechMap (thetechmap.com) currently has a domain rating of 13 on Ahrefs' 0–100 scale — a low score. Higher DR generally means a stronger backlink profile, which is one signal of how much weight a link from the site may carry.
What should I watch out for with The TechMap?
Promotional posts often get removed — lead with discussion, demos, or help