EarlyHunt at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesPremium launches / bids paid
- Domain rating
- DR 60
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Sign up with Google
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Submit at
- earlyhunt.com/submit
What EarlyHunt is and who it's for
EarlyHunt is a weekly launch platform where AI projects and startups compete for attention from early adopters. New products go live every Monday at 8:00 AM UTC and stay on the homepage for 7 days. The site includes a directory of AI projects, launch competitions, a blog, and a launch kit. It offers both free and premium launch options, with premium launches receiving guaranteed dofollow backlinks and social promotion.
Founders, makers, and product teams exploring new AI tools and startups weekly.
It lists
- AI projects
- Startups
- SaaS products
- Developer tools
- Productivity tools
- Marketing tools
- Gaming tech
- Health tech
How to submit to EarlyHunt, step by step
Submit your project for free. Free launches go live on the homepage for 7 days, but require an EarlyHunt badge on your website and have nofollow links by default. Top 3 weekly winners can earn a dofollow link and badge.
Sign in with Google
Click 'Submit' and sign in using your Google account. No email verification is required.
Fill out the submission form
Provide your project details, including name, URL, description, category, and launch assets. The form is loaded after sign-in.
Choose free or premium
Select the free launch (requires badge) or pay $19 one-time for premium (guaranteed dofollow, no badge, skip queue).
Add EarlyHunt badge (free only)
If you choose free, you must add an EarlyHunt badge to your website before launch.
Wait for launch day
Projects launch at 8:00 AM UTC each Monday. Premium launches skip the queue and go live instantly; free launches follow the standard queue.
Compete and get promoted
Your project stays on the homepage for 7 days. Premium includes social posts and ad slots. Top 3 winners earn dofollow and badge.
What the EarlyHunt form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Project name | — |
| Project URL | — |
| Description | — |
| Category | Select from predefined categories |
| Logo/Image | — |
| Launch assets | For premium, Launch Kit graphics are generated from your listing |
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.
EarlyHunt pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free Launch | Free | Live on homepage for 7 days, EarlyHunt badge required, nofollow links by default, earn dofollow + badge if top 3, competition entry, launch blog post, standard launch queue |
| Premium Launch | $19 one-time | Live on homepage for 7 days, site-wide ad slots for all 7 days, guaranteed dofollow backlink, no badge required, earn badge if top 3, launch blog post, Launch Kit (9 PNG graphics), at least 1 X post, 1 LinkedIn post, 1 Bluesky post, at least 1 Pinterest post, SEO & GEO optimized pages, dofollow link |
| Advertising subscription | $99/month per slot | Placement on homepage, blog, launches, studio, and project pages; edit ad details from dashboard; subscription remains visible through billing end date |
Why EarlyHunt submissions get rejected or stall
- Free launches require an EarlyHunt badge on your website; missing badge may delay or reject.
- Projects must fit the AI/startup focus; unrelated products may be rejected.
- Duplicate listings or previously launched projects may be rejected.
- Premium launches skip the queue; free launches may wait longer or be deprioritized.
- Incomplete submission form or missing assets may stall review.
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- If you want a dofollow backlink without winning, pay $19 for Premium Launch.
- Add the EarlyHunt badge to your site before submitting a free launch to avoid delays.
- Launch on Monday 8:00 AM UTC to maximize exposure during the weekly competition.
- Use the Premium Launch Kit graphics for social promotion to increase votes and visibility.
Our take on EarlyHunt
EarlyHunt is best for AI tools and startups seeking early adopter feedback and a dofollow backlink. Free launches are viable but require a badge and only earn dofollow if you win top 3. Premium at $19 is a cheap way to guarantee a dofollow link and get social promotion.
EarlyHunt FAQ
How much does it cost to launch on EarlyHunt?
Free launch is $0 but requires an EarlyHunt badge on your website. Premium launch is $19 one-time and includes guaranteed dofollow backlink, no badge, and social posts.
Does EarlyHunt provide dofollow backlinks?
Premium launches get a guaranteed dofollow backlink. Free launches have nofollow links by default, but top 3 weekly winners can earn dofollow.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you must sign in with Google to submit a project.
What are the requirements for a free launch?
You must add an EarlyHunt badge to your website. Your project should be an AI tool or startup.
Checked against EarlyHunt's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: earlyhunt.com, earlyhunt.com/submit, earlyhunt.com/pricing, earlyhunt.com/advertising. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
