ProofSwap at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesFree requires giving one proof to another project; weekly launch slots from $6
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Sign up with email or X
- Captcha
- Cloudflare Turnstile
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Submit at
- proofswap.me/auth/sign-in
What ProofSwap is and who it's for
ProofSwap is a founder-to-founder exchange for social proof. You list your project, give proof (a tweet, testimonial, or review) to another founder, and then your project becomes eligible for the exchange directory. The platform shows verified swaps publicly and includes a launch board with three founder launches per week. It's free to use, with paid plans for extra features.
Indie founders and developers building in public who need early social proof without cold outreach or ad spend.
It lists
- Startups
- SaaS products
- AI tools
- Side projects
- Apps needing testimonials or reviews
How to submit to ProofSwap, step by step
Create an account with email or X, list your project, then give one proof to another founder to activate your free exchange-directory listing.
Sign in
Go to the sign-in page and continue with X (auto-verifies your X account and follower count) or enter your email to receive a magic link. Email verification is required.
List your project
Describe your app and what social proof you need (tweets, testimonials, video reviews, app feedback). Takes about 30 seconds.
Give proof to another founder
Find a project that needs your help, give them a tweet, testimonial, or review, and submit your proof. This activates your free exchange listing.
Get verified
The receiver reviews and verifies your proof. Verified exchanges build your trust signals and public exchange record.
Go live in the directory
Once your proof is submitted, your project becomes eligible for the exchange directory and gets a public project page.
What the ProofSwap form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| required, magic link sent | |
| Continue with X | auto-verifies X account and follower count |
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.
ProofSwap pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | €0/forever | Proof-gated activation, 1 project free (earn up to 3 by giving proof), embed widget (list layout, up to 5 testimonials), 3 shared manual-proof slots, unlimited exchanges, ProofSwap badge on embeds |
| Starter | €90/year (≈€7.50/month) | Inactivity protection, white-label embed widget, up to 25 testimonials, 3 embed layouts, 5 shared proof slots, instant exchange-directory activation, up to 3 project listings (2 credits/month) |
| Pro | €190/year (≈€15.83/month) | Inactivity protection, white-label embed widget, up to 50 testimonials, all 6 embed layouts, unlimited shared proof slots, instant exchange-directory activation, up to 10 project listings (5 credits/month) |
| One-time launch | €7 once per project | Skip the launch queue, choose your exact launch week, featured placement during launch week, one-time (not a subscription) |
| Founding sponsor | €29/month | Early supporter rate locked in forever, Pro features included, desktop sidebars and mobile banners, sponsors rotate every 10 seconds |
| Growth sponsor | €79/month | Pro features included, desktop sidebars and mobile banners, sponsors rotate every 10 seconds |
| Gold sponsor | €149/month | Premium placement and maximum exposure, Pro features included, desktop sidebars and mobile banners, sponsors rotate every 10 seconds |
| Platinum sponsor | €999/month | Enterprise-level sponsorship, Pro features included, desktop sidebars and mobile banners, sponsors rotate every 10 seconds |
Why ProofSwap submissions get rejected or stall
- Free listings require giving proof to another founder before activation; without it, your project stays pending.
- Launch submissions are manually reviewed and can be rejected if they don't meet guidelines.
- Inactive free listings may be delisted; paid plans protect against inactivity delisting while active.
- Dofollow backlink is only earned after giving proof to at least one other founder; payment never grants it.
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Give proof early to activate your free listing and earn dofollow eligibility.
- Use the launch queue (free) to get featured during a launch week; paid one-time launch lets you pick the week.
- Embed the ProofSwap widget on your site to display testimonials; free plan shows up to 5 with badge.
Our take on ProofSwap
ProofSwap is ideal for early-stage founders who need social proof and are willing to give first. Expect to invest time in helping others before your listing goes live, but the exchange model filters out freeloaders and can yield authentic testimonials quickly.
ProofSwap FAQ
Is ProofSwap free?
Yes, the core exchange is free: creating an account, listing projects, and exchanging proof costs nothing. Free projects have up to three shared manual-proof slots. Paid plans from €9/month add features like inactivity protection and white-label embeds.
How do I get a dofollow backlink?
Your activated listing has a public project page that links to your site. The link is dofollow once you have given proof to at least one other founder; payment never grants it.
What does 'give first' mean?
For the exchange directory, you start by helping another founder. Give an honest tweet, testimonial, or video review; that submitted proof activates a Free exchange listing. A return proof or reply is not guaranteed.
Can I launch my product on ProofSwap?
Yes. Three founder launches go live per week, and joining the queue is free. Every submission is reviewed before it goes live, and rank on the launch board moves only with votes from other founders.
How are exchanges verified?
When you submit proof, the receiver reviews and verifies it. Verified exchanges build your trust signals and your public exchange record on the platform.
Checked against ProofSwap's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: proofswap.me, proofswap.me/auth/sign-in, proofswap.me/pricing, proofswap.me/sponsors. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
