AltF Backlinks

Free backlink sites list: 1,964 places to get a link

A maintained list of 1,964 legitimate backlink sites: directories, profile creation sites, guest posting sites, launch platforms, registries and marketplaces. 1,628 are free or have a free tier, 44 usually give a dofollow link, and 781 have an estimated DA of 70 or more. Every row shows authority, link type, cost and effort, and links straight to the submit page.

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Quick wins
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81–120 of 148 opportunities

Usefulimpact 66–63

  • AsyncAPI Tools Dashboard

    asyncapi.com

    If your tool ships a real tool that reads, validates, generates, visualizes, or otherwise supports AsyncAPI documents, add the required .asyncapi-tool metadata file and submit it for the public tools dashboard.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~60FreeModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Standards
    SubmitAsyncAPI Tools Dashboard (opens in a new tab)

  • Backstage Plugin Directory

    backstage.io

    Build and openly maintain a Backstage plugin that gives platform teams your real workflow, then announce it through the community-plugins process and meet directory metadata requirements.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~70FreeModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Ecosystem
    SubmitBackstage Plugin Directory (opens in a new tab)

  • Developers Italia

    developers.italia.it

    If your component is open source and genuinely targeted at public administration, add valid publiccode.yml metadata so the catalogue crawler can discover it.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~55FreeModerateLive, conditionalPublic-sector Open Source
    SubmitDevelopers Italia (opens in a new tab)

  • Docusaurus Showcase

    docusaurus.io

    If your tool documentation genuinely runs on Docusaurus, add the polished docs site through the official showcase discussion.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~75FreeModerateLive, conditionalFramework Showcase
    SubmitDocusaurus Showcase (opens in a new tab)

  • Flathub

    flathub.org

    Submit a mature graphical Linux your app with verified metadata, screenshots, homepage and source links.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~75NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalApp Store
    SubmitFlathub (opens in a new tab)

  • Grav GPM

    getgrav.org

    Create a useful Grav privacy or security plugin and request inclusion through the official repository issue process.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~70FreeModerateLive, conditionalCMS Plugin Directory
    SubmitGrav GPM (opens in a new tab)

  • GrowYG

    growyg.co.in

    Apply as a startup with your tool website, category, location, description and product details.

    FreeModerateLive, conditionalRegional startup directory
    SubmitGrowYG (opens in a new tab)

  • HackMD

    hackmd.io

    Create a substantive public tutorial or implementation note that uses your tool and includes a contextual source/product link.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~75NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalKnowledge Repository
    SubmitHackMD (opens in a new tab)

  • Harvard Dataverse

    dataverse.harvard.edu

    Deposit your genuine benchmark, evaluation dataset or reproducibility bundle with project URL in the description/metadata.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~95FreeModerateLive, conditionalResearch Repository
    SubmitHarvard Dataverse (opens in a new tab)

  • Homebrew

    brew.sh

    After releasing your real CLI or native app, submit a tested formula or cask with its canonical homepage.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~75FreeModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Distribution
    SubmitHomebrew (opens in a new tab)

  • Huawei AppGallery

    developer.huawei.com

    Publish your Android app through AppGallery Connect with official site, support and privacy URLs.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~90NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalApp Store
    SubmitHuawei AppGallery (opens in a new tab)

  • Internet Archive

    archive.org

    Archive your authentic release, manual or research artifact with accurate metadata and official source URL.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~95NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalDigital Repository
    SubmitInternet Archive (opens in a new tab)

  • IzzyOnDroid

    izzyondroid.com

    If your tool releases a suitable open-source Android app, request inclusion with public source, tagged APK releases, Fastlane metadata and website links.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~40FreeModerateLive, conditionalOpen-source Android Repository
    SubmitIzzyOnDroid (opens in a new tab)

  • JitPack

    jitpack.io

    Release your useful JVM or Android library from GitHub with a working build, release tag, README and canonical project links.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~65FreeModerateLive, conditionalJVM Package Distribution
    SubmitJitPack (opens in a new tab)

  • JSON Schema Store

    schemastore.org

    After your tool has a stable, commonly used JSON or YAML configuration format, contribute its accurate schema and test fixtures so editors can provide validation, completion, and tooltips.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~55FreeModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Standards
    SubmitJSON Schema Store (opens in a new tab)

  • Kirby Plugins

    plugins.getkirby.com

    Build your metadata-cleaning, accessibility or privacy plugin and submit its repository and cover image.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~50FreeModerateLive, conditionalCMS Plugin Directory
    SubmitKirby Plugins (opens in a new tab)

  • Krew

    krew.sigs.k8s.io

    Build your real kubectl privacy or security scanner and submit its release manifest with a canonical project homepage.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~55FreeModerateLive, conditionalKubernetes Plugin Registry
    SubmitKrew (opens in a new tab)

  • Nixpkgs

    nixos.org

    Package your real CLI or desktop utility, set accurate homepage metadata, test it, and submit the Nixpkgs pull request.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~75FreeModerateLive, conditionalLinux Package Collection
    SubmitNixpkgs (opens in a new tab)

  • NLnet Foundation

    nlnet.nl

    Apply with your concrete privacy, security or user-autonomy FOSS work package, milestones, budget and public repository.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~65FreeModerateLive, conditionalOpen-Source Funding & Project Directory
    SubmitNLnet Foundation (opens in a new tab)

  • OnePageCRM Integration Marketplace

    onepagecrm.com

    Build a working OnePageCRM integration and apply for testing, verification and a dedicated marketplace page.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~65FreeModerateLive, conditionalCRM App Marketplace
    SubmitOnePageCRM Integration Marketplace (opens in a new tab)

  • opam Repository

    opam.ocaml.org

    Publish a real OCaml library or CLI integration and use opam's homepage field for its canonical your tool project page.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~55FreeModerateLive, conditionalLanguage Package Registry
    Submitopam Repository (opens in a new tab)

  • Open Science Framework

    osf.io

    Create your genuine study, reproducibility project or benchmark workspace with project links and public materials.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~85NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalResearch Repository
    SubmitOpen Science Framework (opens in a new tab)

  • Opera Add-ons

    opera.com

    Package your useful browser feature as an Opera extension and submit it for moderation.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~90NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalBrowser Extension Store
    SubmitOpera Add-ons (opens in a new tab)

  • Phrack Magazine

    phrack.org

    Submit only original, deep security research or a durable technical guide with reproducible evidence; your tool may be mentioned solely as the research implementation when material.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~65FreeModerateLive, conditionalSecurity Research Publishing
    SubmitPhrack Magazine (opens in a new tab)

  • Pulumi Registry

    pulumi.com

    Publish a real multi-language Pulumi provider or component for deploying or configuring your tool, with binaries, SDK packages, schema, documentation, examples, tests, and a registry pull request.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~75FreeModerateLive, conditionalInfrastructure Ecosystem
    SubmitPulumi Registry (opens in a new tab)

  • Samsung Galaxy Store

    developer.samsung.com

    Distribute your Android or Galaxy app and add its official website and support information.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~90NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalApp Store
    SubmitSamsung Galaxy Store (opens in a new tab)

  • SSRN

    ssrn.com

    Create a truthful author account and submit your substantive privacy, security or accessibility working paper with legitimate citations.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~90FreeModerateLive, conditionalEducational / Research Publishing
    SubmitSSRN (opens in a new tab)

  • Trello Power-Up Directory

    trello.com

    Build your Trello Power-Up, register it, sign the developer agreement, and submit it.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~95NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalProductivity App Directory
    SubmitTrello Power-Up Directory (opens in a new tab)

  • Visual Studio Marketplace

    visualstudio.com

    Build and test your useful Visual Studio or Azure DevOps extension, then publish it with truthful homepage, repository and overview metadata.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~95NofollowFreeModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Marketplace
    SubmitVisual Studio Marketplace (opens in a new tab)

  • AI Toolboard

    aitoolboard.com

    Use the free reviewed tier for a real AI-powered tool, with a complete and accurate product profile.

    Free + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalAI tool directory
    SubmitAI Toolboard (opens in a new tab)

  • Buzzsprout

    buzzsprout.com

    Launch your real educational podcast, complete its public site, and cite relevant tools and sources in useful show notes.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~85Sometimes dofollowFree + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalPodcast Hosting
    SubmitBuzzsprout (opens in a new tab)

  • Cargo

    cargo.site

    Create an authentic your tool or founder design portfolio with substantive case studies and contextual links to shipped tools.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~75Sometimes dofollowFree + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalCreative Portfolio
    SubmitCargo (opens in a new tab)

  • DevTool Center

    devtool.center

    Submit your maintained developer tool with concise description, pricing and relevant tags.

    Free + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Tool Directory
    SubmitDevTool Center (opens in a new tab)

  • Heyzine

    heyzine.com

    Convert your original guide into a public flipbook and add contextual links or web embeds for cited tools and resources.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~55Free + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalDocument Publishing
    SubmitHeyzine (opens in a new tab)

  • Jenkins Plugin Site

    jenkins.io

    Build a secure Jenkins plugin that performs your real CI, privacy, or accessibility workflow; host it through Jenkins project infrastructure and publish maintained releases and documentation.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~85NofollowFree + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalCI/CD Ecosystem
    SubmitJenkins Plugin Site (opens in a new tab)

  • JetBrains Marketplace

    jetbrains.com

    Package your tool developer/security utilities as a compatible JetBrains plugin and upload it.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~90NofollowFree + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Plugin Marketplace
    SubmitJetBrains Marketplace (opens in a new tab)

  • Meetup

    meetup.com

    Run a genuine privacy, online-tools or accessibility community and reference your tool only where it supports the group or event.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~90NofollowFree + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalCommunity Events
    SubmitMeetup (opens in a new tab)

  • Polar

    polar.sh

    Create your organization, set its official website, and publish a real free or paid digital product or subscription.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~60Free + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalDeveloper Commerce & Profile
    SubmitPolar (opens in a new tab)

  • pretalx

    pretalx.com

    Use pretalx for your genuine community conference or submit relevant talks to events that use the platform.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~55Free + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalConference Platform
    Submitpretalx (opens in a new tab)

  • Ring App Store

    developer.amazon.com

    Build a legitimate Ring-device privacy/security integration, register, test, certify and publish it.

    Estimated domain authority DA ~95NofollowFree + paid tierModerateLive, conditionalDevice App Marketplace
    SubmitRing App Store (opens in a new tab)

How to build backlinks with this list

Four steps that work for a new site, a SaaS or a side project. No paid link packages, nothing that risks a penalty.

  1. Get the basics right first

    Before submitting anywhere, have a one-line description, a 150-word description, a square logo and two or three screenshots ready. Every form asks for some mix of these.

  2. Claim profiles and free listings

    Start with the free, quick rows: profile creation sites and free directories. They are one form each and build the entity signals search engines use to understand who you are.

  3. Go after a few strong links

    Then pick a handful of high DA and dofollow sites that fit your niche, and write proper guest posts or launch posts for them. Ten relevant links beat a hundred random ones.

  4. Track and keep it clean

    Note where you submitted and when. Recheck after a month, update stale descriptions, and never pay for bulk link packages: they put the whole site at risk.

Behind the list

A link opportunity is not a link.

Every row here starts as a line in a sheet, gets normalised into one of 16 groups, scored for cost, effort and impact, and written up with the steps to actually submit. The floor below represents that pipeline.

Open the sheet view

An illustration of the AltF Backlinks floor: opportunities sourced at the back, vetted for cost and effort by the engineering pod, written up for outreach by the design pod, then tracked to placement along a line.

Backlink sites by category

Product launch sites87

One-shot launches where timing and preparation decide the outcome.

Guest posting sites55

Publications that accept contributed articles. Slow and editorial, but the links are earned.

AI tool directories200

Fast-growing listings specifically for AI-powered tools.

App stores and marketplaces273

Extension, plugin and integration stores. Real review processes, real distribution.

Startup directory submission sites120

Startup listings, beta lists and founder media.

Software directory submission sites215

General tool and software catalogues with real search traffic.

Software review sites29

B2B review sites. Slow to approve, strong once live.

Developer platforms for backlinks139

Package, image and docs hosting that carries real authority.

Web design galleries for backlinks87

Showcases judged on craft. A good screenshot matters more than copy.

Web 2.0 and publishing sites214

Write once, link back. Editorial standards vary widely.

PR and press release sites41

Get quoted or distribute a release. Slower, higher ceiling.

Business directory submission sites109

Company and local listings. Unglamorous, consistently indexed.

Profile creation sites163

Owned pages you control: company, founder, knowledge-panel entities.

Forum and community backlink sites61

Answer real questions. Never drop a bare link.

Social bookmarking sites18

Brand surface and referral traffic more than link equity.

More backlink opportunities153

Everything that does not fit the buckets above.

Common questions

Do backlinks still matter for ranking in 2026?
Links remain one signal among many, and low-quality bulk links do more harm than good. What still works is being listed where your buyers actually look — directories with real traffic, registries your peers use, and launch platforms with engaged audiences. Every entry in this list is a place a human might plausibly find you, which is why they are worth submitting to regardless of link equity.
Which submissions should I do first?
Start with the quick wins filter: free, low effort, and not in the lowest priority band. 208 of the 1,964 entries qualify, and those are the ones where a single form submission gets you a live listing the same week. Launch platforms are worth saving until your product is genuinely ready, because you only get one good attempt at each.
How is the impact score calculated?
It starts from a hand-assigned priority band (do first, high, medium, later), then adjusts for cost and effort. A free, quick opportunity scores above a paid, involved one in the same band, because it is the one you can realistically finish today. The score is a queueing aid, not a measure of domain authority.
Are these links free?
1,628 of the 1,964 entries are free to submit to or offer a free tier that includes a listing. Cost is shown on every row, and the "nothing to pay" filter narrows the list to exactly those.
Which backlink sites are dofollow?
44 entries are known to give a followed link on a normal listing, and more give one only in some placements. The link type is shown on every row and can be filtered. Sites change their link policy without notice, so treat the label as a starting point and check the live page after you are listed. A nofollow link from a busy site still sends visitors and helps search engines discover you.
What does the DA number mean?
It is our estimate of the site's domain authority, a third-party style 0-100 score of how strong a domain's link profile is, rounded to the nearest 5. 1,580 of the 1,964 sites have one. It is useful for comparing sites, not a Google metric, so relevance to your niche still matters more.
How do I get backlinks for a new website?
1. Get the basics right first: Before submitting anywhere, have a one-line description, a 150-word description, a square logo and two or three screenshots ready. Every form asks for some mix of these. 2. Claim profiles and free listings: Start with the free, quick rows: profile creation sites and free directories. They are one form each and build the entity signals search engines use to understand who you are. 3. Go after a few strong links: Then pick a handful of high DA and dofollow sites that fit your niche, and write proper guest posts or launch posts for them. Ten relevant links beat a hundred random ones. 4. Track and keep it clean: Note where you submitted and when. Recheck after a month, update stale descriptions, and never pay for bulk link packages: they put the whole site at risk.
Will submitting everywhere hurt my site?
Submitting to spam directories can. That is why this list is curated rather than scraped, and why entries carry a status showing whether they have been verified as live. Skip anything that promises hundreds of links for a fee, and prefer places where a real person reviews submissions.