Yo.directory at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesFree requires backlink to yo.directory; Basic/Pro paid (prices unseen)
- Domain rating
- DR 44
- Account
- Sign up with email
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Required for the free listing
- Email confirmation
- Yes, by link or code
- Time to go live
- Free and paid submissions are reviewed automatically and go live as soon as they pass.
- Submit at
- yo.directory/pricing
What Yo.directory is and who it's for
Yo.directory is a curated directory of tools for founders and makers, covering AI, design resources, product launches, software, and website inspiration. It lets you browse trending, new, verified, and dead tools, with filters by category and integration. Listings can be free with a backlink or paid for extra visibility.
Founders, makers, and professionals looking for tools to improve their workflow.
It lists
- AI tools
- Design resources
- Product launches
- Software
- Website inspiration
- Business tools
- Marketing tools
- Apps
It doesn't take
- Adult/NSFW tools on free plan
How to submit to Yo.directory, step by step
Sign in with your email, submit your tool, and add a crawlable backlink to Yo.directory from your website. The listing stays live as long as the link remains.
Sign in
Enter your email address on the sign-in page. Yo.directory sends a secure sign-in link to that email.
Choose a plan
Pick Free ($0, requires backlink), Basic ($49 one-time), or Pro ($30 setup + $19/month). For NSFW tools, only Basic ($149) or Pro ($120 setup + $39/month) are available.
Complete the submission form
Fill in your tool's details. The form includes fields for email address and company website, and you can browse or search for your tool if it's already listed.
Add backlink (free plan)
If you chose Free, place a crawlable link to Yo.directory on your website. The listing stays live only while that link remains.
Pay (paid plans)
For Basic or Pro, complete payment via Stripe. The full submission form opens after checkout for NSFW tools.
Go live
Your submission is reviewed automatically. If it passes, it goes live immediately. Paid listings get badges and better placement.
What the Yo.directory form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Email address | required |
| companyWebsite | — |
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Yo.directory pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | 1 category, listed in directory and site search, requires backlink to Yo.directory, stays live while link is live |
| Basic | $49 one-time | No backlink needed, verified badge, Featured page and Recently Verified, ranks above free in search, weekly newsletter (up to 5 new Basic listings), up to 2 categories, edit every 6 months |
| Pro | $30 setup + $19/month | Everything in Basic, pinned to top of homepage feed, pinned first in categories and Featured page, in weekly newsletter the week you go live, hide competing tools, up to 4 categories, edit monthly including URL, cancel anytime |
| Basic (NSFW) | $149 one-time | Only way to list adult/NSFW tool, verified badge, listed in NSFW section, ranking boost, up to 2 categories, edit every 6 months |
| Pro (NSFW) | $120 setup + $39/month | Everything in Basic (NSFW), pinned to top of NSFW tools page, hide competing tools, up to 4 categories, edit monthly including URL, cancel anytime |
Why Yo.directory submissions get rejected or stall
- Free listing without a crawlable backlink to Yo.directory
- Adult or NSFW tool submitted on the free plan
- Uploaded images that fail moderation (for NSFW tools)
- Listing exceeds the category limit for the chosen plan
- Duplicate listing for a tool already in the directory
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- If you're on the free plan, make sure your backlink is crawlable and stays live, or your listing will be removed.
- Paid plans get a ranking boost and appear above free listings in search, so consider Basic if you want more visibility.
- For NSFW tools, you must choose a paid plan; free submissions are sent back.
- You can upgrade an existing listing from your dashboard after claiming it.
Our take on Yo.directory
Yo.directory is a good fit for founders who want a quick, free listing and are willing to add a backlink. Paid plans offer meaningful visibility boosts, especially for those targeting the directory's audience. Expect automatic review and immediate go-live if you meet the requirements.
Yo.directory FAQ
How much does it cost to list on Yo.directory?
Free with a backlink, $49 one-time for Basic, or $30 setup + $19/month for Pro. NSFW tools cost $149 one-time for Basic or $120 setup + $39/month for Pro.
How long does it take to get approved?
Free and paid submissions are reviewed automatically and go live as soon as they pass.
Do I need a backlink for a free listing?
Yes, free listings require a crawlable link to Yo.directory from your website, and the listing stays live only while the link is live.
Can I list an adult or NSFW tool for free?
No, adult and NSFW tools can only be listed on a paid plan. A free submission that turns out to be adult is sent back.
Is Basic a subscription?
No, Basic is a one-time payment. Pro has a one-time setup fee plus a monthly charge.
Checked against Yo.directory's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: yo.directory, yo.directory/pricing, yo.directory/pricing, yo.directory/login. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
