Startup Heroes at a glance
- Listing price
- Paid only$10 one-time per startup; update $10
- Domain rating
- DR 12
- Account
- Sign up with email
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Time to go live
- Typically 30 minutes or less after payment and submission.
- Submit at
- startupheroes.io/submit/
What Startup Heroes is and who it's for
Startup Heroes is a startup directory that features brand new startups daily. It lists startups across categories like SaaS, AI, real estate, travel, education, and more, with filtering by region and country. The site includes trending charts, a glossary, and job listings. It aims to connect founders with creators, investors, and potential customers.
Founders, investors, and potential customers looking to discover new startups.
It lists
- Startups
- SaaS
- AI tools
- Real estate startups
- Travel startups
- Education startups
- Medical startups
- Crowdfunding startups
How to submit to Startup Heroes, step by step
Create an account
Sign up with your email address. Email verification is required.
Pay the submission fee
Pay $10 one-time via the submit page.
Fill out the submission form
Provide your startup details.
Automated checks
The system generates a screenshot and tests your website basics, including software stack.
Manual review
Startup Heroes manually reviews each submission against Community Guidelines.
Go live
If approved, your startup is listed and you receive an email when it goes live.
Startup Heroes pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Submit Startup | $10 one-time | Permanent listing |
| Update Listing | $10 each time | Update existing listing data |
Why Startup Heroes submissions get rejected or stall
- Startup is not a good fit for the website
- Posting the same startup multiple times to generate SEO backlinks
- Gaming the voting system
- Violating Community Guidelines
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Pay once and your listing is forever, so ensure your initial details are accurate.
- Your website will be automatically tested, so make sure it is up and running.
- If rejected, you may receive a refund unless you abused the guidelines.
- Agencies and submission tools can email for bulk discounts.
Our take on Startup Heroes
Startup Heroes is a good fit for any startup looking for a permanent, low-cost directory listing. The process is fast and automated, with manual review for quality. Expect a quick turnaround and a permanent listing for a one-time $10 fee.
Startup Heroes FAQ
How much does it cost to list my startup on Startup Heroes?
It costs $10 one-time to submit a startup. Updates cost $10 each time.
How long does it take to get listed?
Typically 30 minutes or less after payment and submission.
Will my listing expire?
No, it's forever. You can pay a small fee to update it later.
Do I need an account to submit?
Yes, you need to create an account with email verification.
What happens if my startup is rejected?
You will receive a refund if rejected for not being a good fit, unless you abused the Community Guidelines.
Checked against Startup Heroes's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: startupheroes.io, startupheroes.io/submit/, startupheroes.io. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
