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Free list of 820+ websites & directories to list your Startup (and get backlinks & traffic) + SEO checklist written by my 4 year SEO experience.
r/SaaS
7/2/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| getmorebacklinks | http://getmorebacklinks.org | SEO / Backlink Automation | Auto-submits to 500+ directories with smart formatting and checks for dead listings. One-click tool for directory submissions. Pricing: $87. |
| Notion | https://www.notion.so/ | Productivity / Documentation | Used to host the free directory list and SEO checklist. |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Low Domain Authority and discoverability issues
- Manual directory submission is tedious and time-consuming
- Agencies overcharge for directory submission services
- Difficulty identifying high-quality directories vs. spammy/low-quality ones
- Lack of SEO knowledge for effective backlink building
Problems to Solve:
- Gaining backlinks and SEO juice quickly
- Increasing website traffic and visibility
- Finding free directories to list startups/SaaS tools
- Automating the directory submission process
- Learning SEO best practices for rankings and traffic
Potential Solutions:
- Using curated lists of vetted directories (like the 820+ list provided)
- Leveraging automation tools (e.g., getmorebacklinks.org) for bulk submissions
- Following SEO checklists and actionable tips for traffic growth
- Dripping submissions (25-30 directories per week) with unique descriptions
- Using tools like Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, and Search Console to monitor links
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Offering a valuable free resource (directory list + SEO checklist) to build trust and audience
- Using engagement tactics (e.g., "drop 'Backlinks' in comments") to increase post visibility
- Providing both free and paid options (manual vs. automated submission)
- Leveraging transparency about product ownership to build credibility
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Viral content sharing on Reddit communities (r/SaaS)
- Direct messaging (DM) distribution for lead capture
- Word-of-mouth through positive user comments (e.g., "most useful thing I’ve seen all week")
- Highlighting specific results (e.g., "brought 2K+ backlinks")
Monetization & Product:
- Freemium model: Free list + paid automation tool ($87)
- Solving a clear pain point (time-consuming manual submissions) with automation
- Product-market fit validated by user demand (e.g., "Automating... for $87 seems like a great deal")
- Feature focus: Smart formatting, dead listing checks, and ease of use
User Engagement:
- Active comment response (e.g., replying "sent you a DM!" to each request)
- Encouraging community interaction through comment requirements
- Sharing success stories and case studies within the SEO checklist
- Building trust via transparency (e.g., openly disclosing ownership of the paid tool)