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OpenHunts submission guide

OpenHunts is a Product Hunt-style weekly launch platform for indie makers and small startups, where products compete in weekly rankings.

Last checked against OpenHunts's own submission pages on .

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64Domain Rating
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15-25 minEstimated effort

Why founders submit to OpenHunts

It reports about 9,145 users and around 111,855 visits over 6 months (PostHog-verified figures on its pricing page).

Pricing as OpenHunts states it: Free Launch $0 (20 slots weekly; current queue ~60 weeks, or add the badge to skip ahead); Premium Launch $9.9 (discounted from $19) per launch, next Monday, no badge required, guaranteed dofollow backlink; Highlight from $20/week (shown as $20, was $59; demand-based), instant launch, guaranteed dofollow backlink. Review and timing: Launches go live Mondays at 8:00 AM UTC; free queue ~60 weeks (badge verification schedules you sooner); Premium launches next Monday; Highlight can launch the same week.

When we checked live listings, outbound product links were a mix of followed and nofollow, depending on the listing. Ahrefs Domain Rating was 64 as of August 2026. It suits SaaS, AI, and startup teams when founders want another hunter-style launch site.

What we handle on OpenHunts

  • Match your product to the right category and requirements
  • Prepare listing copy, assets, and submission details
  • Submit on your behalf and note approval or follow-up status
  • Report the listing URL when the page goes live
Open launch boardsHunter-style posts

How to submit to OpenHunts

  1. Sign in or sign up at openhunts.com (Submit redirects to /sign-in)
  2. Go to /projects/submit and enter your product details
  3. Choose Free Launch, Premium Launch ($9.9) or Highlight (from $20/week) and pick your launch week
  4. Optional for Free: add the OpenHunts Club badge to your site, verify it, then finish the submission to be scheduled sooner
  5. Your product goes live on a Monday at 8:00 AM UTC and competes in that week's rankings for 7 days

Prefer to DIY? Open the OpenHunts submission page . Most founders hire us when they want coverage across many directories without repeating this process.

Before you submit to OpenHunts

  • Free launches get a dofollow link only if they finish in the top 3; pay $9.9 for a guaranteed dofollow link.
  • Badge verification only speeds up scheduling; it does not guarantee approval or upgrade you to Premium.
  • Up to 20 free and 30 premium launches go out each week; free launches can be scheduled up to 60 weeks ahead.

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OpenHunts submission FAQ

Is it free to submit to OpenHunts?

Free Launch $0 (20 slots weekly; current queue ~60 weeks, or add the badge to skip ahead); Premium Launch $9.9 (discounted from $19) per launch, next Monday, no badge required, guaranteed dofollow backlink; Highlight from $20/week (shown as $20, was $59; demand-based), instant launch, guaranteed dofollow backlink

Are OpenHunts links dofollow?

OpenHunts uses a mix of followed and nofollow links depending on listing type or placement. Link attributes can change, so check your live listing after approval.

How long does OpenHunts take to review a submission?

Launches go live Mondays at 8:00 AM UTC; free queue ~60 weeks (badge verification schedules you sooner); Premium launches next Monday; Highlight can launch the same week

What do I need to submit to OpenHunts?

Account required (Google, GitHub or email sign-in), Public HTTPS product page/URL, For a faster free launch: OpenHunts badge with an unmodified link to openhunts.com on your site (no nofollow), kept in place.

Does OpenHunts require a badge or backlink?

Yes. OpenHunts asks listed products to display its badge or link back, at least for free or faster approval. Check the current terms before submitting.

Pay for OpenHunts plus the rest of the public catalog.

We complete submissions on time after intake. Approvals, reviews, and domain rating are never guaranteed.

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