Unsplash
Unsplash is free to list on, gives a followed (dofollow) link, and is best used for launch & referral traffic — with a very high domain rating of 94.
Overview
Unsplash is a free stock photo platform — you contribute photos, not list SaaS products.
- Photo distribution
- Visual brand exposure
Unsplash is a good fit for a range of products. Audience: Designers needing stock photos.
Photo platform — not a product directory
How to submit
- 1Open the site
unsplash.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 Directory 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: Directory directories help most when your product fits that category. Dofollow links pass equity to your domain.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Unsplash worth submitting to?
Unsplash is a free stock photo platform — you contribute photos, not list SaaS products.
Does Unsplash give a dofollow or nofollow link?
Unsplash provides a dofollow link, which passes link equity to your domain and can support your SEO.
Is Unsplash free?
Yes — Unsplash 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 Unsplash's domain rating (DR)?
Unsplash (unsplash.com) currently has a domain rating of 94 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.
What should I watch out for with Unsplash?
Photo platform — not a product directory