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Platform Directory — Discover Quality Backlink Platforms

The platform directory is your curated database of backlink opportunities. Search, filter, and evaluate platforms by DR, dofollow status, pricing, and category to find the best fit for your link building strategy.

Browsing the Platform Directory

The platform directory contains hundreds of curated websites where you can submit backlinks. Each platform is categorized and rated to help you make informed decisions about where to invest your link building efforts.

Search, Filter & Sort

Use the search bar to find platforms by name or keyword. Apply filters to narrow results by category (AI directories, startup listings, blog platforms, etc.), pricing model, dofollow status, and DR range. Sort results by Domain Rating, newest added, or alphabetically to find exactly what you need.

Understanding Platform Metrics

Domain Rating (DR)

Domain Rating measures a platform's backlink authority on a 0–100 scale. Higher DR means more link equity passed to your site. Platforms are color-coded: green (DR 70+) indicates high authority, yellow (DR 40–69) is moderate, and gray (below 40) is lower authority. Prioritize high-DR platforms for maximum SEO impact.

Dofollow Status

Dofollow links pass link equity (PageRank) to your website, directly boosting your search rankings. Nofollow links don't pass equity but still provide referral traffic and brand visibility. The platform directory clearly marks each platform's dofollow status so you can prioritize link-equity-passing opportunities.

Pricing Model

Platforms are classified as Free, Paid, or Freemium. Free platforms accept submissions at no cost. Paid platforms require payment for listing. Freemium platforms offer a free tier with optional paid upgrades for better visibility or features.

Platform Status

Each platform is marked as Active (accepting submissions), Inactive (temporarily not accepting), or Defunct (permanently closed). Focus your outreach efforts on Active platforms to avoid wasted time on non-responsive directories.

How to Choose the Right Platforms

The best link building strategy targets a mix of platform types. Start with high-DR dofollow platforms for maximum SEO value, then supplement with niche-relevant directories that match your product category. Quality matters more than quantity — a single backlink from a DR 80+ site is worth more than dozens from low-authority directories.

Pro Strategy

Filter platforms by your product category first, then sort by DR descending. Work through the top results systematically using the Outreach workflow. This ensures you're building the highest-value backlinks in your niche.

Why Platform Selection Matters for SEO

Not all backlinks are created equal. A single link from a highly authoritative, relevant platform can deliver more SEO value than hundreds of links from low-quality directories. Search engines evaluate backlinks based on the linking domain's authority (measured by metrics like Domain Rating), the relevance of the linking page to your content, and whether the link passes equity (dofollow vs. nofollow). Choosing the right platforms to submit to is arguably the most important decision in your entire link building strategy. A thoughtful, data-driven platform selection process ensures that every hour you invest in outreach generates maximum return in search rankings and organic traffic.

Platform Categories Explained

The platform directory organizes sites into categories to help you find the most relevant opportunities for your product or website:

Startup Directories

Platforms like Product Hunt, BetaList, and similar sites where you can launch and showcase new products. These directories often have high domain authority and attract tech-savvy audiences. They're ideal for SaaS products, developer tools, and mobile apps. Many offer dofollow backlinks from profile pages and tend to have strong engagement from early adopters.

AI & Tool Directories

Specialized directories focused on AI tools, SaaS products, and software utilities. These niche directories have grown significantly and many carry strong domain authority. Submitting to AI directories is especially valuable if your product uses AI, as the topical relevance strengthens the SEO signal of the backlink.

Blog & Content Platforms

Guest blogging platforms, article directories, and content communities where you can publish articles with embedded backlinks. These typically offer the strongest contextual backlinks because your link appears within relevant content. The editorial process may be longer, but the resulting links are among the most valuable for SEO.

Social & Community Platforms

Social bookmarking sites, Q&A platforms, forums, and community discussion boards. While many offer nofollow links, they provide valuable referral traffic, brand exposure, and help diversify your backlink profile. A healthy link profile includes a mix of link types from varied sources.

Business Directories

General and industry-specific business directories where companies can create profiles. Many established business directories carry high domain authority accumulated over years of operation. These are particularly valuable for local SEO and B2B companies seeking to build a professional online presence.

Niche & Specialty Directories

Industry-specific, geographic, and specialty directories tailored to particular niches. While smaller in scale, these directories often provide highly relevant backlinks that search engines value for their topical authority. A backlink from a niche directory closely related to your industry can signal strong relevance to search algorithms.

Building a Balanced Backlink Portfolio

SEO experts recommend building a diverse backlink portfolio rather than concentrating all links from a single source type. A healthy backlink profile includes a mix of high-DR and moderate-DR sources, dofollow and nofollow links, various anchor text patterns (branded, keyword-rich, and natural), and links from different platform categories. This diversity signals to search engines that your backlinks are earned naturally rather than artificially constructed. Use My Backlink's filtering and tracking features to monitor your portfolio balance and identify gaps — for instance, if 90% of your links come from startup directories, it may be time to diversify into blog platforms and business directories.

Common Platform Selection Mistakes

Ignoring Relevance for DR

While high DR is desirable, relevance matters just as much. A DR 50 platform in your exact niche often delivers more SEO value than a DR 80 general directory with no topical connection to your content. Search engines use contextual signals to evaluate link quality — a backlink from a relevant source carries stronger topical authority.

Neglecting Nofollow Platforms

A backlink profile consisting entirely of dofollow links looks unnatural to search engines. Include some nofollow platforms in your strategy. These links still drive referral traffic, increase brand visibility, and help create a natural-looking link profile that won't trigger algorithmic penalties.

Submitting to Inactive Platforms

Always check the platform status before investing time in a submission. Inactive or defunct platforms won't publish your listing, wasting your effort. My Backlink marks each platform's status clearly — focus your energy exclusively on Active platforms.

Overlooking Free Platforms

Don't assume paid platforms are always better. Many high-DR free platforms offer excellent backlink value. Start with quality free options to build your initial backlink foundation, then selectively invest in paid platforms that offer additional features like premium placement or enhanced profiles.

Viewing Platform Details

Click any platform to view its detail page, including the full description, submission URL, required form fields, category tags, and a list of backlinks already published on that platform by other users. This helps you understand what kind of content the platform accepts and how other projects have been listed.