LaunchKiwi at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesFree queue (next slot ~Nov 29) needs badge verification; Premium $15 instant no badge; Priority $24
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Sign up with email
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Required for the free listing
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Time to go live
- Free tier: queued by launch date (next available Nov 30, 2026). Premium: instant approval. Priority: instant approval.
- Submit at
- launchkiwi.com/launch
What LaunchKiwi is and who it's for
LaunchKiwi is a directory for indie projects and startup launches. Founders submit their products to get a permanent, SEO-indexed listing with a dofollow backlink from a DR 58 domain. The site claims 244,468 monthly visitors and 544+ products listed. It operates as a weekly hunt where launches can collect upvotes and feedback.
Developers, designers, and tech creators globally who are looking for new indie projects and SaaS tools.
It lists
- Indie projects
- Solo launches
- SaaS products
- Developer tools
- AI tools
- Startups
How to submit to LaunchKiwi, step by step
Submit for free to join the queue. Your listing is permanent and includes a dofollow backlink, but badge verification is required and launch is queued by date (next available shown on pricing page).
Sign in or register
Click 'Launch your project' and sign in with email. You'll receive an 8-digit code to verify.
Choose a plan
Select Free, Premium ($15 one-time), or Priority ($24 one-time) during submission.
Fill out the launch form
Provide product details including name, URL, tagline, and logo. Free tier requires badge verification.
Submit and verify
For free tier, add the LaunchKiwi badge to your site for verification. Paid tiers skip this.
Go live
Free launches go live on their queued date. Premium and Priority are approved instantly and pinned to top for 7 or 14 days.
What the LaunchKiwi form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Product name | — |
| Website URL | — |
| Tagline | — |
| Logo | Upload logo |
| Contact email | — |
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.
LaunchKiwi pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 one-time | Permanent listing, badge verification required, dofollow backlink, queued launch |
| Premium | $15 one-time | Instant approval, no badge required, dofollow link from day one, featured badge, pinned to top for 7 days, up to 5× more clicks |
| Priority | $24 one-time (20% off from $30) | Everything in Premium, priority spot in related picks, priority badge, pinned to top for 14 days, up to 15× more clicks, SEO optimised review page with additional dofollow backlink |
| Advertise 30 days | $30 one-time | Top-of-feed spotlight for 30 days, no directory listing required, live today |
| Advertise 90 days | $79 one-time | Top-of-feed spotlight for 90 days, no directory listing required, live today |
Why LaunchKiwi submissions get rejected or stall
- Free tier requires badge verification; without the badge, listing may not be approved.
- Free tier is queued by launch date; if you need immediate visibility, you must pay for Premium or Priority.
- Incomplete form fields (product name, URL, tagline, logo) will stall submission.
- Non-indie or non-startup products may not fit the directory's focus.
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- If you want a dofollow backlink without waiting, pay $15 for Premium — it's a one-time fee and you skip badge verification.
- The free tier requires you to add a LaunchKiwi badge to your site; make sure you can do that before submitting.
- For maximum visibility, Priority at $24 gives you a second dofollow backlink from an SEO review page.
- Advertising slots are separate from directory listings; you can buy a spotlight without submitting your product.
Our take on LaunchKiwi
LaunchKiwi is worth submitting to for indie founders who want a permanent dofollow backlink from a DR 58 domain. The free tier is viable if you're willing to add a badge and wait in the queue, but the $15 Premium is a cheap way to get instant approval and featured placement. Expect a straightforward submission process with email verification.
LaunchKiwi FAQ
Is LaunchKiwi free?
Yes, you can submit for free. The free tier includes a permanent listing and dofollow backlink, but requires badge verification and is queued by launch date.
How much does Premium cost?
Premium is $15 one-time. It gives instant approval, no badge required, a featured badge, and pinning to top for 7 days.
Does LaunchKiwi provide a dofollow backlink?
Yes, all listings get a dofollow backlink. Priority also includes an additional dofollow backlink from an SEO optimised review page.
How long does approval take?
Free submissions are queued by launch date (next available shown on pricing page). Premium and Priority are approved instantly.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you must sign in with email. You'll receive an 8-digit code to verify.
Checked against LaunchKiwi's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: launchkiwi.com, launchkiwi.com/launch, launchkiwi.com/pricing, launchkiwi.com/advertise. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
