PoweredbyAI at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesFree listing; Pro $11.99 and Elite $69.99 per listing, no expiry
- Domain rating
- DR 17
- Link
- Dofollow
- Captcha
- Cloudflare Turnstile
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Time to go live
- Most free listings go live within 24–48 hours. Pro and Elite listings are reviewed and published instantly after payment.
- Submit at
- poweredbyai.app/submit-tool
What PoweredbyAI is and who it's for
PoweredByAI is an AI tools directory that lists over 25,000 AI tools across categories like writing, coding, design, and productivity. It attracts 105K+ monthly visitors and 400K+ monthly page views. The site offers free listings, paid Pro and Elite plans for featured placement, and an Outrank bidding system for top spots.
Individuals, businesses, and creators looking to discover and compare AI tools for various tasks.
It lists
- AI writing tools
- AI coding tools
- AI video tools
- AI design tools
- AI SEO tools
- AI marketing tools
- AI image generation tools
- AI productivity tools
How to submit to PoweredbyAI, step by step
Submit your tool URL on the submit page, auto-fill details, and choose the free plan. Free listings are permanent but do not include a dofollow backlink or instant approval.
Create an account
Sign in with email on PoweredByAI. An account is required to submit a tool.
Paste your tool URL
On the submit page, enter your tool's URL and click 'Auto-fill from URL' to load name, description, category, and logo automatically.
Review and edit details
Check the auto-filled fields: tool name, logo, category, sub-category, description, and keywords. Upload a 1:1 logo (min 500x500px, PNG/JPEG/JPG).
Select a plan
Choose Free, Pro ($11.99/listing), or Elite ($69.99/listing). Pro and Elite include instant approval and dofollow backlinks.
Complete verification
Pass the Turnstile captcha and verify your email if prompted.
Submit and wait
Free listings go live within 24–48 hours; paid listings are published instantly.
What the PoweredbyAI form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Tool URL | — |
| Tool Name | — |
| Logo | 1:1 ratio, minimum 500x500px, PNG/JPEG/JPG |
| Category | Select from dropdown |
| Sub-Category | Select from dropdown |
| Tool Description | Max 10000 characters |
| Keywords | Select up to 3 keywords |
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.
PoweredbyAI pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Permanent listing, no dofollow backlink, review within 24-48 hours |
| Pro | $11.99 one-time | Permanent listing, dofollow backlink, instant approval, featured on homepage & category pages, RAG priority ranking, 3 newsletter placements, social media promotion, advanced analytics |
| Elite | $69.99 one-time | Everything in Pro plus top sponsored placement, premium sponsored badge, 5 newsletter placements, RAG #1 priority, no competitor tools on your page, featured in curated lists, priority review & support, enhanced analytics |
| Outrank | Starting at $11.99 | Pay to rank for a dofollow #1 spot, outbid competitors by $2, no expiry |
Why PoweredbyAI submissions get rejected or stall
- Tool is not AI-related
- Duplicate listing of an existing tool
- Logo does not meet requirements (1:1, min 500x500px, PNG/JPEG/JPG)
- Description exceeds 10000 characters or is edited by team
- Free listing may be delayed if not passing review
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Use the Auto-fill from URL feature to save time and ensure accurate details.
- Upload a high-quality 1:1 logo (at least 500x500px) to avoid rejection.
- If you want a dofollow backlink and instant approval, choose Pro or Elite.
- For maximum exposure, consider Outrank to bid for the #1 spot.
Our take on PoweredbyAI
PoweredByAI is a good fit for AI tool founders who want a permanent directory listing with potential traffic. Free listings are available but paid plans offer instant approval and dofollow backlinks, which can boost SEO. Expect a straightforward submission process with auto-fill and quick review for free listings.
PoweredbyAI FAQ
How much does it cost to list my AI tool on PoweredByAI?
Free listing is available. Pro costs $11.99 one-time, Elite costs $69.99 one-time. Outrank starts at $11.99 for a top spot.
How long does it take for my tool to be approved?
Free listings go live within 24–48 hours. Pro and Elite listings are published instantly after payment.
Does PoweredByAI provide dofollow backlinks?
Yes, Pro and Elite plans include dofollow backlinks. Free listings do not.
Do I need an account to submit a tool?
Yes, you need to sign in with email to submit a tool.
What are the logo requirements?
Logo must be 1:1 ratio, minimum 500x500px, in PNG, JPEG, or JPG format.
Checked against PoweredbyAI's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: poweredbyai.app, poweredbyai.app/submit-tool, poweredbyai.app/pricing, poweredbyai.app/tools-by-pricing/freemium. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
