AI Tools Directory
Active Free
Clean, simple AI directory with good SEO - worth the 5 minutes to submit
Traffic / DR
medium / 48
Backlinks
okay
Best for:
Quick wins SEO backlinks AI tools niche
Hand-Curated List of AI Directories for Your AI Tool
Finding the right AI directories to submit your AI tool or SaaS can be overwhelming. Most directory lists are outdated, filled with dead links, or promote low-quality sites that don't bring any traffic.
This is my hand-curated collection of AI directories I personally use when launching AI products. Every directory listed here is actively maintained, verified quarterly, and includes my honest opinion based on real experience submitting my own tools like PromptBuilder.
Use the filters below to find directories that match your needs - whether you're looking for free submissions, launch day visibility, or long-term SEO backlinks. Each listing includes traffic estimates, backlink quality, and submission friction so you know exactly what to expect.
How I Use This List
When I launch a new AI tool, I spend one full day submitting to directories. I start with the "Active + Free" filter and batch submissions in 30-minute blocks. My typical launch strategy: Product Hunt on Tuesday (launch day), then TAAFT, Future Tools, and AI Tools FYI for long-tail SEO. I skip dormant directories entirely and mark dead ones when I find them. This systematic approach has helped me get initial traction for every tool I've built.
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BetaList
Active Freemium
Perfect for early-stage products - brings quality early adopters who give real feedback
Traffic / DR
medium / 74
Backlinks
strong
Best for:
Early-stage products Beta testing Getting early adopters
Hacker News
Active Free
The holy grail of tech launches - incredibly high quality traffic but extremely hard to rank
Traffic / DR
high / 91
Backlinks
strong
Best for:
Developer tools Technical products Hacker News community
Indie Hackers
Active Free
Community-driven platform for indie founders - share your journey, not just your product
Traffic / DR
high / 80
Backlinks
strong
Best for:
Indie founders Community building Long-term engagement
Product Hunt
Active Free
The OG launch platform - still gets you on tech Twitter and brings early adopters
Traffic / DR
high / 91
Backlinks
strong
Best for:
Launch day visibility Product Hunt-style launches Tech community buzz
There's An AI For That
Active Free
The largest AI tools database - great for SEO juice and long-tail discovery
Traffic / DR
high / 76
Backlinks
strong
Best for:
Long-tail SEO backlinks Organic discovery AI tools niche
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an AI directory?
An AI directory is a curated online platform that lists AI tools, products, and services. These directories help users discover new AI solutions and provide creators with backlinks and exposure. Popular examples include Product Hunt, There's An AI For That, and Future Tools.
Do AI directories help SEO?
Yes! High-quality AI directories provide valuable backlinks that can improve your site's domain authority and search rankings. However, focus on directories with strong domain authority (DA 40+) and real traffic. Quality matters more than quantity - 5 high-quality directory backlinks are better than 50 low-quality ones.
Which AI directories are best for indie founders?
For indie founders, I recommend starting with Product Hunt (launch day visibility), Indie Hackers (community engagement), BetaList (early adopters), and There's An AI For That (long-term SEO). All offer free submissions and bring quality, engaged users who actually care about indie products.
How often is this list updated?
I personally verify and update this list quarterly (every 3 months). Each directory is checked for uptime, recent activity, and submission process changes. Last verified: October 2025. If you notice a dead link or outdated information, please let me know.