10words at a glance
- Listing price
- Free
- Domain rating
- DR 18
- Account
- Sign up with email
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Submit at
- portal.10words.io/auth/login
What 10words is and who it's for
10words is a directory that showcases new apps and startups using only a 10-word description, cutting out marketing fluff. Visitors can browse trending and premium picks, vote on entries, and subscribe to a daily or weekly email digest. The site was created by Chris Beauchamp and is inspired by the idea of getting startup info without flashy graphics.
Developers, designers, investors, and entrepreneurs looking for concise startup discoveries.
It lists
- apps
- startups
- SaaS
- web projects
How to submit to 10words, step by step
Submit your startup for free by creating an account on the portal and providing a 10-word description.
Create an account
Go to the submission portal and register with your email and a password.
Verify your email
Check your inbox for a verification email and confirm your address.
Prepare your 10-word description
Write a concise description of your startup in exactly 10 words or less.
Submit your startup
Fill out the submission form with your startup details and the 10-word description.
Wait for review
Your submission will be reviewed and, if approved, listed on the site and included in the newsletter.
10words pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free submission | Free | Listing on 10words.io and inclusion in the newsletter digest. |
| Weekly sponsorship | $150 for a full week | Premium placement in all emails (daily Monday-Thursday, Friday main event, welcome emails), multiple Twitter shout-outs, and premium homepage placement. |
Why 10words submissions get rejected or stall
- Description longer than 10 words
- Submission not fitting the site's focus on apps and startups
- Invalid or unverified email address
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Craft a compelling 10-word description that clearly conveys your product's value.
- Consider the weekly sponsorship if you want prominent exposure to the newsletter's thousands of subscribers.
- Engage with the community by voting on other startups to increase visibility.
Our take on 10words
10words is ideal for founders who can distill their startup into a punchy 10-word pitch and want free exposure to a tech-savvy audience. The free listing is straightforward, but the real value comes from the newsletter sponsorship if you're willing to pay $150 for a week of premium placement.
10words FAQ
How much does it cost to list my startup on 10words?
Submitting your startup is free. There is also a paid sponsorship option at $150 for a full week of premium placement.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you need to create an account with your email and password on the submission portal.
What are the requirements for the description?
Your startup description must be 10 words or less.
Checked against 10words's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: 10words.io, 10words.io/sponsor.html. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
