AI Tools Directory at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesBasic free (nofollow JS redirect); Link Exchange free needs backlink; Featured $9.9; Featured Max $19.9
- Domain rating
- DR 59
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Sign up with Google
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- No
- Time to go live
- Standard review speed for free listings; Featured and Featured Max get 24h accelerated review.
- Submit at
- aitoolsdirectory.vip/submit
What AI Tools Directory is and who it's for
AI Tools Directory is an independent, hand-curated catalog of AI tools. Editors review every listing for quality and safety, organize tools by use case, and write original descriptions. The directory covers writing, image, video, code, and more, with 550+ tools listed. Browsing is free, and basic listings are free for tool makers.
Founders, developers, and AI enthusiasts looking to discover, compare, and choose AI tools for specific tasks.
It lists
- AI tools across 25 categories
- Image generation & editing tools
- Video tools
- Chatbots
- Writing tools
- Audio tools
- Developer tools
- Marketing tools
It doesn't take
- Adult or NSFW tools
- Scams
- Malware
How to submit to AI Tools Directory, step by step
Sign in with Google and submit a basic listing for free. The listing gets a JS redirect link (no SEO credit) and appears in the 'All' section of its category.
Sign in with Google
Click 'Submit' and sign in with your Google account. Publishing requires an account to link the submission and payment to you.
Choose a plan
Pick Basic (free), Link Exchange (free with backlink), Featured ($9.9 one-time), or Featured Max ($19.9 one-time).
Fill out the submission form
Provide your tool's details, select categories, and add a description. The form is only accessible after sign-in.
Add a backlink (if using Link Exchange)
For Link Exchange, add a dofollow backlink to https://aitoolsdirectory.vip on your homepage. Inner-page links don't qualify.
Submit for review
Editors verify the tool is live and working, check for NSFW/scam/malware, and hand-categorize it.
Go live
Free listings go live after standard review. Featured listings get 24h accelerated review and homepage placement.
What the AI Tools Directory form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Tool name | — |
| URL | — |
| Description | — |
| Category | Choose up to 1 (Link Exchange), 3 (Featured), or 5 (Featured Max) categories |
| Pricing model | Freemium, Paid, etc. |
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.
AI Tools Directory pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Free | JS redirect link on detail page (no SEO credit), standard listing in category All section, dedicated detail page, no backlink or payment required |
| Link Exchange | Free with backlink | Dofollow direct link on detail page, listed in category All section, choose up to 1 category, dedicated detail page with dofollow link, requires dofollow backlink on your homepage to https://aitoolsdirectory.vip, daily automated backlink verification |
| Featured | $9.9 one-time | Homepage Featured section for 7 days (inner-page link only), Category Featured section with dual links (dofollow site + inner page) permanent, choose up to 3 categories, dedicated detail page with dofollow link, 24h accelerated review |
| Featured Max | $19.9 one-time | Homepage Featured section for 30 days with dual links (dofollow site + inner page), Category Featured section with dual links permanent, choose up to 5 categories, dofollow direct link on detail page, 24h accelerated review |
Why AI Tools Directory submissions get rejected or stall
- Tool is not live or working
- Adult or NSFW content
- Scam or malware
- Link Exchange backlink not on homepage or not dofollow
- Duplicate listing
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- For SEO benefit, choose Link Exchange or a paid plan to get a dofollow link instead of the free JS redirect.
- If you want homepage exposure, Featured Max gives 30 days vs 7 days for Featured at only $10 more.
- Select the most relevant category; you can choose up to 5 with Featured Max.
- Ensure your tool is live and working before submitting to avoid rejection.
Our take on AI Tools Directory
AI Tools Directory is a good fit for AI tool makers who want a curated listing with editorial review. The free plan gets you listed but with no SEO credit; for a dofollow link, either add a backlink or pay a small one-time fee. Expect standard review for free listings and 24h for paid.
AI Tools Directory FAQ
Is AI Tools Directory free to use?
Yes, browsing is free, and basic listings are free. Optional paid featured placements are clearly badged.
How much does a featured listing cost?
Featured costs $9.9 one-time and includes 7 days on the homepage. Featured Max costs $19.9 one-time and includes 30 days on the homepage (limited-time 2x).
How do I get a dofollow link?
Use the Link Exchange plan (free with a dofollow backlink to their homepage) or pay for Featured/Featured Max, which include dofollow links.
How long does review take?
Standard review for free listings; Featured and Featured Max get 24h accelerated review.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you must sign in with Google to submit a tool.
Checked against AI Tools Directory's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: aitoolsdirectory.vip, aitoolsdirectory.vip/submit, aitoolsdirectory.vip/pricing, aitoolsdirectory.vip/categories/advertising. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
