# Starter Fix Sprint Directory Target Research Pack

A researched, proof-gated target pack for post-deploy Starter Fix Sprint submissions to free-tool directories, launch boards, resource roundups, AI/SaaS catalogs, and community channels.

## Sources

- Smol Launch directory guide: https://smollaunch.com/best-of/directories-to-submit-startup-2026 — Updated Jun 2026; recommends short, quality-focused directory selection and names Smol Launch, Product Hunt, Launching Next, BetaList, Uneed, and AlternativeTo as useful channels.
- LaunchList Product Hunt alternatives 2026: https://getlaunchlist.com/blog/product-hunt-alternatives — Lists free/low-friction launch alternatives including Uneed, Peerlist Launchpad, Microlaunch, Fazier, Dev Hunt, Tiny Startups, Hacker News Show HN, Reddit launch subs, and Indie Hackers.
- Blastra free B2B SaaS directories: https://blastra.io/directories/free-b2b-saas-directories/ — States major B2B directories and review sites offer free basic listings, while some paid upgrades unlock additional features.
- ToolScout submit page: https://toolscout.ai/submit — Says AI tool submissions are free, human-reviewed, and may require sign-in.
- AISO AI directories guide: https://aiso.blog/best-directories-ai-tools/ — Mentions free AI/SaaS/startup directories and identifies ProductCool submit as free with 24-48 hour turnaround in its list.
- AI SuperHub submit page: https://www.aisuperhub.io/ai-tools/submit — Offers free AI tool submission but notes review can take over 90 days; paid priority is optional.

## Targets

### 100 — Smol Launch

- Lane: startup_launch_board
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://smollaunch.com/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Submit after public 200 if category accepts free ecommerce/browser tools.
- Friction: likely_account_or_form
- Proof required: accepted product page, launch URL, or submission receipt
- Caution: Do not use if it requires paid Maker Pass for the only viable submission path.
- Sources: smol_launch_2026

### 96 — Product Hunt

- Lane: launch_board
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://www.producthunt.com/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json
- Action: Prepare launch page draft only; schedule manually if account access exists.
- Friction: account_required_manual
- Proof required: scheduled launch URL or live Product Hunt page
- Caution: Not automatic; avoid claiming a launch until live.
- Sources: smol_launch_2026

### 94 — Launching Next

- Lane: startup_directory
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://www.launchingnext.com/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Use free tools hub as product URL; submit if public form is available.
- Friction: form_review
- Proof required: listing URL or confirmation email
- Caution: Skip if the form requires payment or unavailable checkout details.
- Sources: smol_launch_2026

### 92 — Uneed

- Lane: indie_launch_board
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://www.uneed.best/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Submit the free policy checker if the free queue is open.
- Friction: free_queue_paid_skip_optional
- Proof required: Uneed listing URL or queue receipt
- Caution: Do not use paid skip-the-line unless explicitly approved.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026, smol_launch_2026

### 90 — Peerlist Launchpad

- Lane: founder_profile_launch
- Fit: low_medium
- Submit/research URL: https://peerlist.io/launchpad
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json
- Action: Draft only unless a suitable founder profile is already authorized.
- Friction: profile_required_manual
- Proof required: live launchpad URL
- Caution: Needs credible profile context; not suitable for blind automation.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

### 88 — Microlaunch

- Lane: launch_board
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://microlaunch.net/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Submit free tools hub if public submission is open after deploy.
- Friction: review_queue
- Proof required: live listing or accepted submission receipt
- Caution: Verify no paid-only gate before submitting.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

### 86 — Fazier

- Lane: daily_leaderboard
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://fazier.com/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Submit policy checker if the free daily listing path is available.
- Friction: free_with_paid_boost_optional
- Proof required: Fazier listing URL or receipt
- Caution: Avoid paid boost without approval.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

### 84 — Dev Hunt

- Lane: developer_tool_launch
- Fit: low_medium
- Submit/research URL: https://devhunt.org/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker-widget/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-policy-checker-widget.json
- Action: Only submit if widget/tool angle is accepted as a developer/free web tool.
- Friction: category_fit_uncertain
- Proof required: Dev Hunt listing URL or rejection note
- Caution: May be too non-developer unless framed around embeddable widget.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

### 82 — Tiny Startups

- Lane: founder_newsletter_board
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://tinystartups.com/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json
- Action: Pitch as free tools for tiny digital product sellers if submission is open.
- Friction: newsletter_or_board_review
- Proof required: published board entry or newsletter mention
- Caution: Need public 200 and a concise no-hype pitch.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

### 80 — Hacker News Show HN

- Lane: community_launch
- Fit: low_medium
- Submit/research URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/submit
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-public-submission-tracker.md
- Action: Draft Show HN only; post manually if logged in and ready for blunt feedback.
- Friction: manual_account_community_norms
- Proof required: HN item URL
- Caution: Do not auto-post; community norms matter.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

### 78 — Indie Hackers

- Lane: community_resource
- Fit: medium
- Submit/research URL: https://www.indiehackers.com/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-growth-launch-board/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-growth-launch-board.md
- Action: Draft a build-in-public/resource post; post manually only if account access exists.
- Friction: manual_account_community_norms
- Proof required: post URL or discussion URL
- Caution: Use honest traction wording; no fake visitor claims.
- Sources: launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

### 76 — ToolScout

- Lane: ai_tool_directory
- Fit: low
- Submit/research URL: https://toolscout.ai/submit
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Hold unless the checker has a real AI feature or ToolScout accepts non-AI tools.
- Friction: sign_in_required_ai_fit_uncertain
- Proof required: submission receipt, approval email, or skip note
- Caution: Likely inappropriate if the product is not AI-powered.
- Sources: toolscout_submit

### 74 — ProductCool

- Lane: ai_saas_startup_directory
- Fit: low_medium
- Submit/research URL: https://www.productcool.com/submit
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json
- Action: Submit only if category accepts SaaS/fresh startup tools rather than AI-only products.
- Friction: form_review
- Proof required: ProductCool listing URL or confirmation
- Caution: Verify category fit after deployment.
- Sources: aiso_ai_directories_2026

### 72 — AI SuperHub

- Lane: ai_tool_directory
- Fit: low
- Submit/research URL: https://www.aisuperhub.io/ai-tools/submit
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Do not submit unless product has an AI feature; free review may take over 90 days.
- Friction: ai_fit_uncertain_long_review
- Proof required: submission receipt or skip note
- Caution: Low priority due to AI fit risk and long review window.
- Sources: ai_superhub_submit

### 70 — Free B2B review/directories shortlist

- Lane: b2b_review_sites
- Fit: low_medium
- Submit/research URL: https://blastra.io/directories/free-b2b-saas-directories/
- Landing URL: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/
- Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json
- Action: Use as a research source for G2/Capterra/SourceForge/TrustRadius-style profiles only after site is deployed and product positioning is stable.
- Friction: account_required_review_site_setup
- Proof required: created profile URL or skip note
- Caution: Heavy setup; prioritize free tool directories first.
- Sources: blastra_free_b2b_directories_2026