# Submit to Tools List HQ — DR 43 Directory Review

> Tools List HQ (toolslisthq.com): Ahrefs DR 43, free submission, dofollow links. Tools list directory with editorial software collections.

```yaml
url: "https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/tools-list-hq"
directory: Tools List HQ
hostname: toolslisthq.com
ahrefs_dr: 43
dr_band: solid
pricing: Free
dofollow: Dofollow
category: Software Discovery
rank_in_category: 56/114
last_reviewed: 2026-08-08
```

## Quick verdict

Tools List HQ is a strong SEO pick in Software Discovery: #56 of 114 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; mid-tier directory coverage alongside stronger DR targets; software discovery discovery.

## Key facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Directory | Tools List HQ |
| Website | https://toolslisthq.com |
| Ahrefs Domain Rating | 43 (solid) |
| Pricing | Free — free to submit |
| Link type | Dofollow — listing links pass dofollow equity |
| Category | Software Discovery |
| Rank in category | #56 of 114 by DR |

## How to submit to Tools List HQ

1. Open toolslisthq.com 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 Software Discovery directories](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories?category=Software+Discovery&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 Tools List HQ

- [Tool Signal](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/tool-signal) — DR 43, Free, Dofollow
- [Source Dir](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/source-dir) — DR 44, Free, Dofollow
- [SaaS Tools Dir](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/saas-tools-dir) — DR 44, Free, Dofollow
- [Tool Journey](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/tool-journey) — DR 42, Free, Dofollow
- [Tool Cosmos](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/tool-cosmos) — DR 42, Free, Dofollow
- [Neeed Directory](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/neeed-directory-neeed-com) — DR 45, Free, Dofollow
- [Toshi List](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/toshi-list) — DR 45, Free, Dofollow
- [Stack Directory](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/directories/stack-directory) — DR 45, Free, Dofollow

## FAQ

### Is Tools List HQ a good startup directory to submit to?

Tools List HQ (toolslisthq.com) currently sits at Ahrefs DR 43 (solid band) in our curated archive. Submission is free to submit, and listing links pass dofollow equity. Tools list directory with editorial software collections. Nearby options in Software Discovery include Tool Signal, Source Dir, SaaS Tools Dir.


### Does Tools List HQ give a dofollow backlink?

Yes — Tools List HQ 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 Tools List HQ?

Tools List HQ 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 Tools List HQ?

Open toolslisthq.com, 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 Tools List HQ?

Browse the full ScrollLaunch startup directories list filtered to Software Discovery, 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)

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