Firsto at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesPremium Launch $19.9 (24h, DF backlinks); Pro $59.9; reviews $199-$399
- Domain rating
- DR 56
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Sign up with email, Google or GitHub
- Captcha
- Cloudflare Turnstile
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Time to go live
- Free launches: ~180 days queue. Premium launches: live in 24 hours.
- Submit at
- firsto.co/projects/submit
What Firsto is and who it's for
Firsto is a product launch platform that gives every launch a permanent page and ongoing discoverability beyond launch day. It has launched over 3,000 products and serves 7,500+ founders. Products are organized into categories like AI Tools, SaaS, and Productivity, with daily launches at 8:00 AM UTC. The platform also offers free tools for makers, such as logo and favicon generators.
Founders, indie makers, and early adopters looking to discover and launch new products.
It lists
- AI tools
- SaaS products
- Startups
- Productivity apps
- Developer tools
- Design tools
- Mobile apps
- Browser extensions
How to submit to Firsto, step by step
Submit a project for free and join the queue. Free launches have 5 slots per day and an estimated 180-day wait.
Create an account
Sign up with email, Google, or GitHub. Email verification is required.
Submit your project
Fill out the project details form with your product information, category, and launch plan.
Choose a launch plan
Select Free Launch, Premium Launch ($19.9), or Pro Launch ($59.9).
Select a launch date
Pick your preferred launch date based on plan availability. Launches happen at 8:00 AM UTC.
Get discovered
Your project goes live and starts gaining visibility. Premium and Pro launches skip the queue.
What the Firsto form asks for
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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.
Firsto pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free Launch | $0 /launch | 5 slots daily, ~180-day queue, permanent project page, DF backlink for Top 3 (badge required) |
| Premium Launch | $19.9 /launch | Launch in 24h, skip queue, guaranteed DF backlinks (DR59+), direct site link from all product cards |
| Pro Launch | $59.9 /launch | Everything in Premium, homepage featured for 2 weeks, sitewide sidebar placement for 2 weeks, professional mini review, star ratings in search results |
| Public Review | $199 one-time | Independent review article on Firsto, written to rank for '[your product] review' searches |
| Private Review | $299 one-time | Private, in-depth review with actionable UX feedback and bug findings |
| Full Package | $399 one-time | Public Review + Private Review, save $99 |
Why Firsto submissions get rejected or stall
- Free launches have only 5 slots per day, so your launch may be delayed by the ~180-day queue.
- To get a dofollow backlink from the Top 3 ranking, you must display a Firsto badge on your site.
- Products that don't fit the listed categories may not be accepted.
- Incomplete or low-quality submissions may be rejected during review.
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- If you need a backlink quickly, pay for Premium Launch to skip the 180-day queue and get guaranteed dofollow links.
- For maximum visibility, choose Pro Launch to get homepage featured and sidebar placement for 2 weeks.
- Display the Firsto badge on your site if you want to be eligible for a dofollow backlink from Top 3 rankings.
- Submit early if you plan to use the free plan, as the queue is long.
Our take on Firsto
Firsto is a solid choice for founders who want a permanent listing and a dofollow backlink from a DR56+ domain. The free plan is viable but slow; paying $19.9 for Premium Launch is a good value to skip the queue and get indexed quickly. It's especially useful for AI tools and SaaS products.
Firsto FAQ
How much does it cost to launch on Firsto?
Free Launch is $0, Premium Launch is $19.9, and Pro Launch is $59.9. There are also paid review options from $199 to $399.
How long does it take to get approved on Firsto?
Free launches have a ~180-day queue. Premium launches go live in 24 hours.
Does Firsto provide dofollow backlinks?
Yes, Premium and Pro launches include guaranteed dofollow backlinks from DR59+. Free launches can get a dofollow backlink for Top 3 products if you display a Firsto badge.
Do I need an account to submit to Firsto?
Yes, you must sign up with email, Google, or GitHub. Email verification is required.
What are the requirements for a free launch?
Free launches are limited to 5 slots per day and have a ~180-day queue. You get a permanent project page, but a dofollow backlink requires a badge and Top 3 ranking.
Checked against Firsto's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: firsto.co, firsto.co/sign-in, firsto.co/pricing, firsto.co/sponsor. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
