RankCert vs The Launch Directory

RankCert ranks products based on verified domain control, not votes. This platform is built for product creators and developers who want to showcase their launches with credibility. Each ranking cites evidence, ensuring transparency and trustworthiness in the launch process.

The ranking system operates weekly, where products are scored based on proof of domain ownership. This means that if a product owner can verify control of their domain, they rank higher. The evidence can be a DNS record or a file served from the domain, checked weekly to maintain accuracy. Users can track the source and date of each verification, making every position on the board a statement of current proof.

RankCert is designed to eliminate the noise of upvotes and subjective rankings, providing a clear, evidence-based approach to product launches. This unique methodology sets it apart from other platforms, ensuring that the rankings reflect genuine control and verification.

Best for: Product creators and developers seeking verified rankings.

• Product discovery
• Launch verification
• Domain proof
• Ranking transparency

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The Launch Directory archives every startup launch, providing a permanent record accessible to search engines and AI tools. Founders can submit their launches to ensure visibility and credibility in the startup ecosystem. Each entry becomes a dated page that remains relevant long after the launch week has passed.

This platform is designed for founders looking to showcase their startups and for anyone interested in tracking new launches. By filing a launch, users can gain insights into their visibility across various AI platforms, enhancing their marketing efforts. The directory also ranks other launch directories, giving users a comprehensive view of where to file their launches.

Unlike temporary launch sites that disappear after the initial buzz, The Launch Directory keeps every entry permanently on the record. Free listings publish once the founder profile is complete and the badge is live on the product site, while a $5 paid launch goes live immediately with a full profile and dofollow link. Optional front-page placement for a week costs $19, with additional category and newsletter sponsorships available for extra reach.

The site currently holds a Domain Rating of around 70 (Ahrefs), and each listing tracks post-launch metrics including Domain Rating movement, referring domains, and visits. Community votes rank the weekly editions, and the top three receive Launch of the Week badges that stay part of the permanent archive. Founders can also check whether ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity name or cite their product.

The full archive is searchable by week, category, founder, or topic, and the directory maintains a ranked list of other launch platforms by Domain Rating, traffic, AI citations, and link type. Every launch is filed once and kept on the record for good.

The Launch Directory not only keeps a record but also provides valuable metrics like Domain Rating and citation flow, helping startups understand their online presence.

Best for: Founders and startups seeking long-term visibility for their launches.

• Submit startup launches
• Track product visibility
• Archive startup records

See the full listing - The Launch Directory on ScrollLaunch.