Directory research pack

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. Every target is pending until deployed public URLs, accepted listings, or explicit skip notes prove the outcome.

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Decision rule

Prioritize free-tool and launch-board targets that fit a browser-only ecommerce resource. AI-only directories are held or marked low-fit unless the product is clearly AI-powered. Do not pay for boosts, skip-the-line, or managed submissions without explicit approval.

Research sources

smol_launch_2026

Smol Launch directory guide

Updated Jun 2026; recommends short, quality-focused directory selection and names Smol Launch, Product Hunt, Launching Next, BetaList, Uneed, and AlternativeTo as useful channels.

Open source

launchlist_ph_alternatives_2026

LaunchList Product Hunt alternatives 2026

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.

Open source

blastra_free_b2b_directories_2026

Blastra free B2B SaaS directories

States major B2B directories and review sites offer free basic listings, while some paid upgrades unlock additional features.

Open source

toolscout_submit

ToolScout submit page

Says AI tool submissions are free, human-reviewed, and may require sign-in.

Open source

aiso_ai_directories_2026

AISO AI directories guide

Mentions free AI/SaaS/startup directories and identifies ProductCool submit as free with 24-48 hour turnaround in its list.

Open source

ai_superhub_submit

AI SuperHub submit page

Offers free AI tool submission but notes review can take over 90 days; paid priority is optional.

Open source

Prioritized target queue

100

startup_launch_boardfit: medium

Smol Launch

Submit after public 200 if category accepts free ecommerce/browser tools.

Submit/research: https://smollaunch.com/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: likely_account_or_form

Proof: accepted product page, launch URL, or submission receipt

Caution: Do not use if it requires paid Maker Pass for the only viable submission path.

launch_boardfit: medium

Product Hunt

Prepare launch page draft only; schedule manually if account access exists.

Submit/research: https://www.producthunt.com/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json

Friction: account_required_manual

Proof: scheduled launch URL or live Product Hunt page

Caution: Not automatic; avoid claiming a launch until live.

startup_directoryfit: medium

Launching Next

Use free tools hub as product URL; submit if public form is available.

Submit/research: https://www.launchingnext.com/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: form_review

Proof: listing URL or confirmation email

Caution: Skip if the form requires payment or unavailable checkout details.

indie_launch_boardfit: medium

Uneed

Submit the free policy checker if the free queue is open.

Submit/research: https://www.uneed.best/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: free_queue_paid_skip_optional

Proof: Uneed listing URL or queue receipt

Caution: Do not use paid skip-the-line unless explicitly approved.

founder_profile_launchfit: low_medium

Peerlist Launchpad

Draft only unless a suitable founder profile is already authorized.

Submit/research: https://peerlist.io/launchpad

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json

Friction: profile_required_manual

Proof: live launchpad URL

Caution: Needs credible profile context; not suitable for blind automation.

launch_boardfit: medium

Microlaunch

Submit free tools hub if public submission is open after deploy.

Submit/research: https://microlaunch.net/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: review_queue

Proof: live listing or accepted submission receipt

Caution: Verify no paid-only gate before submitting.

daily_leaderboardfit: medium

Fazier

Submit policy checker if the free daily listing path is available.

Submit/research: https://fazier.com/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: free_with_paid_boost_optional

Proof: Fazier listing URL or receipt

Caution: Avoid paid boost without approval.

developer_tool_launchfit: low_medium

Dev Hunt

Only submit if widget/tool angle is accepted as a developer/free web tool.

Submit/research: https://devhunt.org/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker-widget/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-policy-checker-widget.json

Friction: category_fit_uncertain

Proof: Dev Hunt listing URL or rejection note

Caution: May be too non-developer unless framed around embeddable widget.

founder_newsletter_boardfit: medium

Tiny Startups

Pitch as free tools for tiny digital product sellers if submission is open.

Submit/research: https://tinystartups.com/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json

Friction: newsletter_or_board_review

Proof: published board entry or newsletter mention

Caution: Need public 200 and a concise no-hype pitch.

community_launchfit: low_medium

Hacker News Show HN

Draft Show HN only; post manually if logged in and ready for blunt feedback.

Submit/research: https://news.ycombinator.com/submit

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-public-submission-tracker.md

Friction: manual_account_community_norms

Proof: HN item URL

Caution: Do not auto-post; community norms matter.

community_resourcefit: medium

Indie Hackers

Draft a build-in-public/resource post; post manually only if account access exists.

Submit/research: https://www.indiehackers.com/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-growth-launch-board/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-growth-launch-board.md

Friction: manual_account_community_norms

Proof: post URL or discussion URL

Caution: Use honest traction wording; no fake visitor claims.

ai_tool_directoryfit: low

ToolScout

Hold unless the checker has a real AI feature or ToolScout accepts non-AI tools.

Submit/research: https://toolscout.ai/submit

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: sign_in_required_ai_fit_uncertain

Proof: submission receipt, approval email, or skip note

Caution: Likely inappropriate if the product is not AI-powered.

ai_saas_startup_directoryfit: low_medium

ProductCool

Submit only if category accepts SaaS/fresh startup tools rather than AI-only products.

Submit/research: https://www.productcool.com/submit

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-share-card-kit.json

Friction: form_review

Proof: ProductCool listing URL or confirmation

Caution: Verify category fit after deployment.

ai_tool_directoryfit: low

AI SuperHub

Do not submit unless product has an AI feature; free review may take over 90 days.

Submit/research: https://www.aisuperhub.io/ai-tools/submit

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/digital-product-policy-checker/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: ai_fit_uncertain_long_review

Proof: submission receipt or skip note

Caution: Low priority due to AI fit risk and long review window.

b2b_review_sitesfit: low_medium

Free B2B review/directories shortlist

Use as a research source for G2/Capterra/SourceForge/TrustRadius-style profiles only after site is deployed and product positioning is stable.

Submit/research: https://blastra.io/directories/free-b2b-saas-directories/

Landing: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tools/

Copy source: https://starterfixsprint.com/starterfixsprint-free-tool-directory-submission-pack.json

Friction: account_required_review_site_setup

Proof: created profile URL or skip note

Caution: Heavy setup; prioritize free tool directories first.