ListYourIdea at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesFree launches go live weekly on Mondays; paid boost adds dofollow backlink; top 3 each week win dofollow link
- Domain rating
- DR 30
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Sign up with email or Google
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Time to go live
- Free launches are reviewed by hand and scheduled for an upcoming Monday; they go live at 00:00 UTC. Each week has 18 free slots.
- Submit at
- listyouridea.com/submit
What ListYourIdea is and who it's for
ListYourIdea is a launch board for indie makers. New projects go live every Monday in weekly batches. The top 3 products each week win a dofollow backlink. It positions itself as a minimal Product Hunt alternative.
Indie makers, founders, and early adopters looking for new products.
It lists
- Startups
- SaaS
- AI tools
- Indie maker projects
- New product launches
How to submit to ListYourIdea, step by step
Sign in, complete a checklist (upvote 3 products, leave 1 comment, visit 3 sites), then submit your project. Free launches are reviewed by hand and go live on an upcoming Monday at 00:00 UTC. Each week has 18 free slots.
Sign in
Click 'Submit' and sign in with Google or an emailed magic link.
Complete the checklist
Upvote 3 products, leave 1 comment, and visit 3 product sites to unlock submission.
Submit your product
Fill in your product details and submit for free review.
Wait for review
Your submission is reviewed by hand and scheduled for an upcoming Monday batch.
Go live
Your product launches at 00:00 UTC on Monday, with a nofollow backlink by default.
Win a dofollow backlink
Finish in the top 3 by upvotes that week and your backlink becomes dofollow automatically.
What the ListYourIdea form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| — |
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.
ListYourIdea pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 forever | Listed in a Monday batch, dofollow backlink if top 3, upvotes, comments, maker profile |
| Featured | $9 one-time | Live right after checkout, no review, 3 dofollow backlinks (launch page, category page, blog page), Featured badge, listed in Featured for good |
| Sponsor | $45 per 1 month | Everything in Featured, site-wide header banner for 1 month, Sponsors spot in sidebar on every page, rotating banner at top of homepage |
Why ListYourIdea submissions get rejected or stall
- Free submissions are reviewed by hand and may be rejected if they don't meet quality standards.
- Only 18 free slots per week; if the batch is full, your launch may be delayed.
- You must complete the checklist (upvote 3, comment 1, visit 3) before submitting; otherwise you cannot submit.
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Complete the checklist early in the week to secure one of the 18 free slots.
- Encourage your community to upvote on launch day to finish in the top 3 and earn a dofollow backlink.
- If you need a dofollow backlink immediately, the $9 Featured plan gives you 3 dofollow links without waiting.
- Free launch links are nofollow by default, so consider the paid option if SEO is a priority.
Our take on ListYourIdea
ListYourIdea is ideal for indie makers who want a simple, low-cost launch with a chance to earn a dofollow backlink. The free tier requires some engagement but is straightforward, while the $9 Featured plan offers instant listing and multiple dofollow backlinks. Expect a small but engaged audience of makers and early adopters.
ListYourIdea FAQ
How much does it cost to launch on ListYourIdea?
Free launches cost $0 forever. A Featured listing costs $9 one-time, and a Sponsor listing costs $45 per month.
How long does it take to get listed?
Free launches are reviewed by hand and go live on an upcoming Monday at 00:00 UTC. Featured listings go live right after checkout with no review.
Do I get a dofollow backlink?
Free launch links are nofollow by default, but if you finish in the weekly top 3, your link becomes dofollow automatically. Featured and Sponsor listings get dofollow links immediately.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you must sign in with Google or an emailed magic link.
What are the requirements for a free launch?
You must upvote 3 products, leave 1 comment, and visit 3 product sites before you can submit. Each week has 18 free slots.
Checked against ListYourIdea's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: listyouridea.com, listyouridea.com/signin, listyouridea.com/pricing. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
