directory-submissions

Plans and executes tiered directory submission campaigns for product launches and backlink building.

Updated May 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cloudofgeorge/AI-hands-Engineer --skill directory-submissions-cloudofgeorge
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: directory-submissions
Source: https://github.com/cloudofgeorge/AI-hands-Engineer/tree/main/skills/marketing/skills/directory-submissions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cloudofgeorge/AI-hands-Engineer --skill directory-submissions-cloudofgeorge

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve? Launching a product without a directory strategy wastes the highest-leverage backlink and discovery channel available to early-stage products. This Skill turns directory submissions from random copy-paste into a sequenced, tiered campaign that builds domain rating, AI citations, and review volume. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Readiness Assessment: Runs a 9-question Phase 0 gate that blocks submissions until landing pages, pricing, assets, and destination pages are live. - Tiered Submission Plan: Selects from 13 tiers (Product Hunt, SaaS directories, AI directories, MCP registries, integration marketplaces) with per-tier positioning variants. - Product Hunt Playbook: Maps a 3-week prep timeline, launch-day execution rules, and post-launch recap steps. - Reviews Protocol: Runs the 10-in-30 G2/Capterra review drive with incentive and follow-up rules. - Use Case: An AI SaaS founder launching in three weeks gets a readiness check, a week-by-week submission batch plan, per-tier description variants, a PH launch timeline, and KPI targets for day 30 and day 90. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to plan a directory submission campaign for your product launch, including tier selection, positioning variants, and a Product Hunt timeline.

Frequently Asked Questions about directory-submissions

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I plan directory submissions for a product launch?▼

Start with a readiness assessment covering pricing page, assets, and destination pages, then select tiers: Product Hunt as the launch anchor, SaaS directories like AlternativeTo and SaaSHub, and AI directories like TAAFT if applicable. Batch submissions weekly and log each in a tracker.

How do I launch on Product Hunt for the first time?▼

Warm up your account for three weeks by commenting on daily launches, create an Upcoming page two weeks out, and launch at 12:01 AM Pacific on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Ask for feedback instead of upvotes and reply to every comment within 30 minutes.

Can I use the same description for every directory?▼

No. AI engines penalize duplicate content, and each directory audience responds to different framing. Lead with outcomes for startup directories, competitor-alternative framing for SaaS directories, and AI-first architecture for AI directories.

Should I pay for a directory submission service?▼

No. Paid submission services typically target low-DR spam directories that dilute your backlink profile and risk Google spam penalties. Manual submission to quality directories with proper positioning takes a few hours and is free.

How many G2 reviews do I need before listing is worthwhile?▼

Ten reviews is the threshold for G2 Grid appearance, so listings without reviews deliver little value. Use the 10-in-30 protocol: email 20 active users a direct review link, offer a small allowed incentive, and follow up once after five days.

When should I not submit to directories yet?▼

Hold off if your product lacks a public pricing page, privacy policy, screenshots, demo video, or destination pages like competitor-alternative and use-case pages. Backlinks need conversion-ready destinations, so build those pages first.