AI138 at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesPaid fast inclusion
- Domain rating
- DR 64
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Not needed
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- No
- Time to go live
- Free submissions: review time not fixed. Paid submissions: usually within 24 hours.
- Submit at
- ai138.com/submit
What AI138 is and who it's for
AI138 is a Chinese-language AI tool directory and navigation site. It lists over 2,125 AI tools across categories like AI chat, image generation, video, audio, coding, marketing, and productivity. The site also features AI news, tool comparisons, and a prompt library.
Chinese-speaking AI professionals, enthusiasts, and users looking for AI tools and resources.
It lists
- AI chatbots and assistants
- AI writing and copywriting tools
- AI image generation and editing
- AI video creation and editing
- AI audio and music tools
- AI coding and website builders
- AI marketing and e-commerce tools
- AI productivity and office tools
How to submit to AI138, step by step
Submit via the free form on the submit page. Free submissions are manually reviewed with no fixed review time; adding a backlink to AI138 gives a dofollow link on the detail page, otherwise it is nofollow.
Open the submit page
Go to https://www.ai138.com/submit. No account is required.
Fill in tool details
Enter the tool name (max 30 characters), URL, one-sentence intro (max 80 characters), detailed description, category, tags, your nickname, and contact info.
Choose a listing plan
Select free submission or paid fast inclusion (¥99 one-time).
Submit for review
Click the submit button. Free submissions enter a manual queue; paid submissions are prioritized.
Wait for approval
Free review time is not fixed. Paid submissions are usually reviewed within 24 hours; if rejected, payment is refunded.
What the AI138 form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| 工具名称 | max 30 characters |
| 链接 | URL |
| 一句话介绍你的工具 | max 80 characters |
| 输入工具介绍 | detailed description |
| category | select from predefined categories |
| 输入标签 | tags separated by commas |
| 请输入昵称 | — |
| 输入联系方式 | — |
Our free preview drafts your name, tagline, short and long descriptions, categories and tags in the lengths directories like this one ask for. Try it with your URL.
AI138 pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free submission | Free | Manual review, no fixed time; nofollow link by default, dofollow if you add a backlink to AI138 |
| Paid fast inclusion | ¥99 one-time | 24-hour priority review, permanent dofollow link, homepage top recommendation for 15 days, full refund if rejected |
Why AI138 submissions get rejected or stall
- Tool does not meet compliance or site standards
- Site is illegal, fraudulent, or used for illegal purposes
- Domain expired or site no longer accessible
- Duplicate listing already exists
- Free submission without backlink may have lower priority and longer review
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Write the one-sentence intro in Chinese, under 80 characters, clearly stating what the tool does.
- Choose the most specific category from the long list; it helps reviewers and users find your tool.
- If you want a dofollow link for free, add a backlink to AI138 on your site before submitting.
- Paid submission guarantees a dofollow link and homepage exposure for 15 days, useful for quick visibility.
Our take on AI138
AI138 is worth submitting if you have an AI tool targeting Chinese users. Free submission is easy but review time is unpredictable; the ¥99 paid option gives fast approval and a dofollow link. Expect a manual review and no guaranteed traffic.
AI138 FAQ
How much does it cost to get listed on AI138?
Free submission is available. Paid fast inclusion costs ¥99 one-time.
How long does it take to get approved?
Free submissions have no fixed review time. Paid submissions are usually reviewed within 24 hours.
Does AI138 provide dofollow links?
Yes, paid listings get a permanent dofollow link. Free listings get dofollow only if you add a backlink to AI138; otherwise nofollow.
Do I need an account to submit?
No, you can submit without creating an account.
What happens if my submission is rejected?
For paid submissions, if rejected, you get a full refund.
Checked against AI138's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: ai138.com, ai138.com/submit. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
