Listing my project on 200+ sites (because why not?)

Hey folks!

As both a case study and a bit of a personal experiment, I decided to go all in and list my project on more than 200 sites — directories, startup portals, forums, listing platforms, newsletters, communities… basically anywhere that might give the project a bit more visibility.

Why?

Because I still believe this old-school method can actually work — maybe not as much for direct traffic, but definitely for backlinks, awareness, and the occasional unexpected opportunity. Plus, it’s a fun way to map out the current “startup discovery” landscape.

Here’s how I approached it

Researching

I started collecting every site I could find that allows startup or product submissions. There are hundreds of them out there — from the classics like Product Hunt and BetaList, to smaller niche directories and community boards that only a few people know about. Some are active, some feel frozen in 2019, but all of them tell something about where indie founders hang out.

Some of them are producthunt.com, uneed.best, ycombinator.news, peerlist.io, alternativeto.net...

Analyzing

Once I had my list, I prioritized where to submit first. My filters: submission complexity, domain authority, potential reach, and whether it’s free or paid. Some sites ask for nothing more than a logo and tagline. Others want a full pitch deck and three screenshots. So I’m learning to balance speed and quality.

Executing

This is where consistency matters. I built a simple workflow to track my submissions, check statuses, and follow up when needed. I also keep tweaking my descriptions — testing different taglines, one-liners, and value props depending on the platform. It’s surprisingly good practice for refining your positioning.

So far, I’ve managed to get listed on 30 sites in just 3 days.
Not bad, but I can already see where I can improve — better organization, maybe some automation, and definitely more patience.

I’ll share some numbers once I hit 100 submissions — traffic, backlinks, and any patterns I notice.

The project is https://cfeedback.com

Curious if anyone else has tried this approach before. Did you find any hidden gem directories that actually drive results? Or did it end up being just an SEO exercise for you too?