Founderkit at a glance
- Domain rating
- DR 16
- Account
- Sign up with email or Google
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Submit at
- founderkit.com/submit
What Founderkit is and who it's for
Founderkit is a directory of tools for building a company, organized into 60 categories. It lists 1,933 tools with a short note on what each one does. Founders can browse by category or search to find the ideal stack for their startup. The site also offers a weekly email with curated tools and founder insights.
Founders looking for tools to launch and grow their startups.
It lists
- Productivity tools
- Marketing tools
- Product development tools
- Website builders
- Design & multimedia tools
- SEO tools
- Video editing tools
- Lead generation tools
How to submit to Founderkit, step by step
Submit a tool via the submit page after signing in; free listings go into the directory.
Sign in
Go to the submit page and sign in with email magic link or Google.
Access dashboard
After signing in, you get access to the dashboard to manage your submitted tools.
Submit tool
Fill out the submission form with your tool's details (form fields not visible pre-login).
Wait for review
Your free listing goes into the directory after review.
Founderkit pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free listing | Free | Listing in the directory |
| Launch | $39 one-time | Homepage placement for a week |
| Sidebar slot | $99/month | One of six slots beside the homepage and every tool page, followed link, runs for a full month |
| Listing table ad | $49/month | Shown in every listing table across the site, lands around the 3rd row, runs for a full month |
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Free listings go into the directory, but a $39 launch puts your tool on the homepage for a week.
- Consider the $99/month sidebar slot for a followed link and prominent placement.
- Sign in with Google or email magic link to access the submission dashboard.
Our take on Founderkit
Founderkit is a straightforward directory for startup tools. It's worth submitting for a free listing, and the paid launch or ad options can boost visibility.
Founderkit FAQ
How much does it cost to list on Founderkit?
A free listing is available. A $39 launch puts your tool on the homepage for a week. Advertising options start at $49/month.
How do I submit my tool to Founderkit?
Go to the submit page and sign in with email magic link or Google, then fill out the submission form.
Does Founderkit offer dofollow links?
The $99/month sidebar slot includes a followed link to your site. Other listing types do not specify link attributes.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you need to sign in to access the submission dashboard.
Checked against Founderkit's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: founderkit.com, founderkit.com/advertise, founderkit.com/advertise. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
