Submit your AI tool: the AI directories worth listing on in 2026
New AI tools launch every day, and people search directories to find them. These are the places to submit your AI tool first, plus what to prepare so your listing stands out.
Where to submit your AI tool
| Directory | Best for | Cost model |
|---|---|---|
| Launchory | A permanent, reviewed product profile with fast approval | From $10 one-time |
| There's An AI For That | A large audience searching for AI tools by task | Paid submission |
| Futurepedia | People browsing AI tools by category | Paid submission |
| Toolify | Broad AI tool discovery and rankings | Free and paid options |
| TopAI.tools | Curated AI tool listings | Free and paid options |
| Product Hunt | A launch-day burst from tech early adopters | Free |
| AlternativeTo | Being found as an alternative to ChatGPT, Midjourney and others | Free |
| SaaSHub | Comparison pages for AI SaaS products | Free, paid upgrades |
| Hugging Face Spaces | A public demo that ML practitioners can try | Free tier |
Pricing and terms change, so check each site before you submit.
What to prepare before you submit
- A specific one-liner. Name the task and the user, not the technology.
- A short demo. A 30 to 60 second video or GIF of a real result does more than any description.
- Category and tags. Choose the task people search for, such as writing, video or customer support.
- Clear pricing. Say whether there's a free plan, a trial or credits. Vague pricing costs clicks.
- Logo and screenshots. A square logo and two or three screenshots fit nearly every directory.
How to get more from AI directories
Submit in stages rather than all at once. List on fast-review directories for launch day, then work through the longer queues. Tag each link with UTM parameters using our UTM link builder to see which directories send people who actually sign up. After that, put your effort into the two or three that work.
List your AI tool on Launchory
Launchory has a dedicated AI & Machine Learning category. Your listing gets a permanent profile plus its own alternatives and comparison pages, so people comparing tools can find you. Premium adds a demo video, custom call-to-action and 90 days of featured placement. Paid website links are marked as sponsored, so treat a listing as exposure and referral traffic. Compare plans.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I submit my AI tool?
Start with dedicated AI directories such as There's An AI For That, Futurepedia and Toolify, then add general product directories such as Product Hunt, AlternativeTo and Launchory. The table on this page lists 9 options and what each is best for.
Is it free to submit an AI tool to directories?
Some are free, but many of the largest AI directories charge for submission or for faster review. Because they get so many submissions, paying often buys speed or placement rather than guaranteed traffic, so check the terms before you pay.
What makes an AI tool listing get clicks?
A specific promise. "AI that writes cold emails for recruiters" beats "AI-powered productivity platform". Add a short demo video or GIF showing a real result, be upfront about pricing and any free plan, and name the task the tool does in the first sentence.
How long does it take for an AI directory listing to go live?
It varies from minutes to several weeks, because popular directories have long queues. Launchory reviews listings quickly, typically in under 10 minutes, so you can be live on launch day while the slower queues catch up.
Will AI directories help me get mentioned in ChatGPT or Perplexity?
They can help, but nothing guarantees it. AI search tools draw on sources they can crawl and trust, so accurate, consistent descriptions of your product across reputable sites make it easier to understand and cite. Treat that as a possible bonus, not a promise.