# Submit to Startups.watch — DR 29 Directory Review

> Startups.watch (startups.watch): Ahrefs DR 29, free submission, dofollow links. Startups.watch distributes through a platform marketplace — fit depends on real integration or workflow value inside that ecosystem.

```yaml
url: "https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/startups-watch"
directory: Startups.watch
hostname: startups.watch
ahrefs_dr: 29
dr_band: emerging
pricing: Free
dofollow: Dofollow
category: Marketplace
rank_in_category: 8/10
last_reviewed: 2026-08-08
```

## Quick verdict

Startups.watch is a strong SEO pick in Marketplace: #8 of 10 by Ahrefs DR on our list, free to submit, listing links pass dofollow equity. Worth a submit when it matches your stage — skip it if you are only chasing confirmed dofollow DR 50+ targets and this row does not qualify.

Best for: founders who want a zero-cost submission; SEO-focused launches that need dofollow equity; long-tail coverage after the high-DR shortlist is done; marketplace discovery.

## Key facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Directory | Startups.watch |
| Website | https://startups.watch |
| Ahrefs Domain Rating | 29 (emerging) |
| Pricing | Free — free to submit |
| Link type | Dofollow — listing links pass dofollow equity |
| Category | Marketplace |
| Rank in category | #8 of 10 by DR |

## How to submit to Startups.watch

1. Open startups.watch and find the submit / list / claim form for new products.
2. Use the same product name and tagline you will launch with on ScrollLaunch so listings stay consistent.
3. Submit your live website URL.
4. After the listing goes live, check the link attribute (dofollow) and save the URL for your backlink tracker.

## Explore

- [All Marketplace directories](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories?category=Marketplace&limit=50)
- [Dofollow directories](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories?dofollow=Yes&limit=50)
- [Free \+ Dofollow shortlist](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories?pricing=Free&dofollow=Yes&limit=50)
- [Done\-for\-you directory submission](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/submit)

## Alternatives to Startups.watch

- [How To Buy SaaS \(HTBS\)](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/how-to-buy-saas-htbs) — DR 23, Free, Nofollow
- [Steemhunt](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/steemhunt) — DR 37, Free, Nofollow
- [Sponsor Galaxy](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/sponsor-galaxy) — DR 0, Paid, Dofollow
- [Acquire.com](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/acquire-com) — DR 65, Free, Dofollow
- [TrustMRR](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/trustmrr) — DR 69, Free, Nofollow
- [WeWorkRemotely Resources](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/weworkremotely-resources) — DR 79, Paid, Nofollow
- [Slack App Directory](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/slack-app-directory) — DR 92, Free, Nofollow
- [Chrome Web Store](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/chrome-web-store) — DR 99, Free, Nofollow

## FAQ

### Is Startups.watch a good startup directory to submit to?

Startups.watch (startups.watch) currently sits at Ahrefs DR 29 (emerging band) in our curated archive. Submission is free to submit, and listing links pass dofollow equity. Startups.watch distributes through a platform marketplace — fit depends on real integration or workflow value inside that ecosystem. Nearby options in Marketplace include How To Buy SaaS (HTBS), Steemhunt, Sponsor Galaxy.


### Does Startups.watch give a dofollow backlink?

Yes — Startups.watch listings pass dofollow link equity. Pair it with a dofollow product page on ScrollLaunch if you want a second high-intent backlink from a weekly launch board.


### How much does it cost to submit to Startups.watch?

Startups.watch is free to submit on the tier we track. Always confirm on their site before spending time on a long form — pricing can change between our quarterly reviews.


### How do I submit my product to Startups.watch?

Open startups.watch, create or sign into an account if required, paste your live product URL, write a short tagline that matches your ScrollLaunch listing, and submit. After approval, verify the live listing link and — if you care about SEO — confirm whether the anchor is dofollow. Last reviewed 2026-08-08.


### Where can I find more directories like Startups.watch?

Browse the full ScrollLaunch startup directories list filtered to Marketplace, or jump to Free + Dofollow for a shortlist you can finish in an afternoon. We also offer done-for-you submission plans from $99 if you would rather not submit manually.

## Related

- [All 1017 startup directories](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories)
- [Done\-for\-you directory submission](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/submit)
- [ScrollLaunch pricing](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/pricing)

_HTML version: https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/startups-watch_