ShipBoost at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesPremium launch $19 (was $29): editorial article, chosen week, dofollow
- Domain rating
- DR 48
- Link
- Dofollow
- Account
- Sign up with email or Google
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Required for the free listing
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Submit at
- shipboost.io/submit
What ShipBoost is and who it's for
ShipBoost is a launch platform and directory for bootstrapped SaaS founders. It combines a weekly launch board with a permanent public listing, category and tag discovery, and for Premium launches, a hand-written editorial article on the ShipBoost blog. The site is built around the idea of turning a launch into ongoing distribution rather than a one-day spike.
Bootstrapped SaaS founders and builders actively evaluating tools for their own products.
It lists
- SaaS products
- Startups
- AI tools
- Bootstrapped projects
- Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Support, Productivity, Developm
How to submit to ShipBoost, step by step
Create an account, submit your product, and add a verified ShipBoost badge to your site. Free launches are reviewed and queued into the next available weekly cohort.
Create an account
Sign up with email and password or Google. An account is required to submit and keeps your draft, listing, and launch status tied to one workflow.
Add the ShipBoost badge
For a free launch, place a verified ShipBoost badge on your site. The badge is required before your free listing is approved.
Submit your product
Fill in your product details, listing information, and launch preference. You can save your draft anytime and return later.
Choose free or premium
Free launches are reviewed and queued into the next weekly cohort. Premium launches ($19) reserve a specific launch week and include an editorial article.
Track review status
From your dashboard, track review status, payment state, and launch date. Once scheduled, the launch date stays visible on the submission card.
Launch on the weekly board
Your product appears on the weekly launch board for one week. Premium launches get featured placement and a permanent editorial article.
What the ShipBoost form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Product name | — |
| Tagline | — |
| Description | — |
| Website URL | — |
| Category | Choose from Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Support, Productivity, Development |
| Tags | — |
| Logo | — |
| Launch preference | Free or Premium |
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.
ShipBoost pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free Launch | Free | One week on launchboard, permanent public listing, indexed in category and tag pages, public listing with link to your site, verified ShipBoost badge required |
| Premium Launch | $19 one-time (discounted from $29) | Hand-written editorial article on ShipBoost blog, reserve a specific launch week, featured placement on launchboard that week, indexed in category and tag pages, guaranteed dofollow link from listing and editorial article |
| Launch Video add-on with Premium | $99 one-time | 20-second product video, delivered during launch week, 16:9 and 9:16 formats |
| Launch Video add-on with Free Launch | $129 one-time | 20-second product video, delivered within 7 days of order, 16:9 and 9:16 formats |
| Product Ad | $29 / 30 days | Native placement in launchboard feed, full product card, limited to 2 slots |
| Banner Ad | $49 / 30 days | Full-width animated banner mid-feed, full product card, exclusive 1 sponsor at a time |
| Sidebar Ad | $59 / 30 days | Product card across all discovery pages, sponsored badge, limited spots |
Why ShipBoost submissions get rejected or stall
- Missing verified ShipBoost badge on your site for free launches
- Product does not fit the SaaS/startup/AI focus
- Duplicate or previously listed product
- Incomplete or low-quality listing details
- Free launch queue may be delayed if weekly cohort is full
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Add the ShipBoost badge to your site before submitting a free launch to avoid review delays.
- If you want a guaranteed launch week or a permanent editorial article, choose Premium Launch ($19).
- Use the dashboard to track review status and launch date—don't rely on email updates.
- For extra visibility, consider a Product Ad ($29/30 days) or Sidebar Ad ($59/30 days) after your launch week.
Our take on ShipBoost
ShipBoost is a good fit for bootstrapped SaaS founders who want both launch visibility and a permanent listing. Free launches require a badge on your site, but Premium gives you a dofollow editorial article and a reserved week for $19. Expect a manual review and a queue for free launches.
ShipBoost FAQ
How much does it cost to list on ShipBoost?
A free launch costs $0, but requires a verified ShipBoost badge on your site. A Premium launch costs $19 one-time (discounted from $29) and includes an editorial article and reserved launch week.
Does ShipBoost provide dofollow backlinks?
Yes, Premium launches include a guaranteed dofollow link from your listing and editorial article.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you need an account to submit to ShipBoost. You can sign up with email and password or Google.
What is the ShipBoost badge requirement?
Free launches require a verified ShipBoost badge on your site. The badge must be present before your free listing is approved.
Checked against ShipBoost's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: shipboost.io, shipboost.io/submit, shipboost.io/pricing, shipboost.io/how-it-works. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
