Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about our project launch platform
Getting Started
What is Directory Hunt and how does it work?
Directory Hunt is a launchpad for directories and tiny projects. Submit your directory or project, get valuable backlinks, and compete for weekly recognition. Think Product Hunt but specifically for directories and tiny projects. Your submission goes live on the homepage for 7 days (14 days for Premium) where the community can vote for it.
What information do you need for my submission?
We need the following information:
- Project name and website URL
- Short description (10-200 chars) and full description (50-3000 chars)
- Category selection and logo URL
- Contact email
- Optional: screenshots, video URL, maker details, and Twitter handle
All submissions go through a review process before going live.
Launch Plans & Pricing
What are the different launch plans available?
Standard Launch (FREE)
- • 15 shared weekly slots
- • 7 days on homepage
- • Can earn dofollow backlinks by winning top 3
Premium Launch ($19)
- • Guaranteed dofollow backlinks
- • Extended 14-day homepage exposure
- • Skips the queue
- • Premium badge and priority placement
- • 10 dedicated slots beyond shared ones
What's the difference between Standard and Premium submissions?
Standard (FREE)
- 15 shared weekly slots
- Nofollow backlink by default
- Can earn dofollow + badge if wins top 3
- 7 days on homepage
Premium ($19)
- Guaranteed dofollow backlink by default
- Skips review queue
- Premium badge and priority placement
- Extended 14-day homepage exposure
- 10 dedicated slots beyond shared ones
Both plans can earn badges for top 3 ranking.
Can I upgrade my Standard (free) launch to Premium?
Yes! You can upgrade your Standard launch to Premium at any time from your dashboard. When you upgrade, your submission will receive:
- Guaranteed dofollow backlinks
- Premium badge and priority placement
- Extended 14-day homepage exposure
The upgrade process allows you to select a future launch week and complete payment securely. Once upgraded, your submission gets all Premium benefits including the dofollow backlink.
How long does the submission review process take?
Standard Submissions
Typically reviewed within 24-48 hours and enter the standard queue.
Premium Submissions
Get priority review and skip the queue entirely.
All submissions must be approved by our team before going live on the homepage.
Competitions & Voting
How does the weekly competition system work?
Competitions automatically start every Monday at 00:00 PST and end the following Monday at 23:59:59 PST.
- All live submissions participate in voting
- Top 3 submissions with the most votes automatically win dofollow backlinks and badges
- Both Standard and Premium submissions can compete for these rewards
What happens if I don't win the weekly competition?
Standard Submissions
Keep their nofollow backlink but remain in the projects listing permanently.
Premium Submissions
Always get their guaranteed dofollow backlink regardless of competition results.
All submissions stay in the projects listing for future discovery even after the competition ends.
How do I get my backlink and badge?
- Winners are automatically awarded dofollow backlinks and badges when competitions end
- You'll receive email notifications with instructions on how to add the badge to your website
- The system automatically updates your submission's link type from nofollow to dofollow for winners
- Premium submissions receive dofollow backlinks automatically regardless of competition results
Managing Your Submission
How does the draft system work for Premium submissions?
When you select Premium but don't complete payment, your submission is saved as a draft.
- Drafts don't count toward weekly slot limits until payment is confirmed
- You can resume drafts from your dashboard, modify details, or even switch to Standard plan
- If you resubmit with the same details, old drafts are automatically replaced
Can I edit my submission after it's submitted?
Draft Submissions
You can edit draft submissions (unpaid Premium) from your dashboard.
Live Submissions
Once a submission is approved and goes live, you cannot edit it. However, you can contact us if you need to make critical updates to your live submission.
What if I want to change from Premium to Standard plan?
If you have a Premium draft that hasn't been paid for, you can switch to Standard plan from your dashboard.
- This will convert your draft to a Standard submission
- Removes the payment requirement
- You'll then enter the standard review queue
Can I track my submission's performance?
Yes! You can track everything in real-time from your dashboard:
- Votes and views
- Competition standings
- Submission status (draft, pending, scheduled, live, etc.)
- Vote count and ranking position during the competition period
Streaks & Rewards
What are streaks and how do they work?
Streaks track your total days of voting on the platform. Every day you vote for at least one project, your streak increases by 1.
Non-Expiring Streaks
Unlike traditional streaks, your streak never expires - it's a cumulative total of all days you've voted.
You can view your streak progress, upcoming rewards, and see how you rank on the streaks leaderboard.
How do I earn streak rewards?
Simply vote for projects daily! Each day you vote counts toward your cumulative streak.
As you reach milestone days (5, 25, 50, 100, 150, 300, 500, 1000 days), you automatically unlock rewards:
- Vote multipliers
- Discount codes for Premium listings
- Free Premium listings
- Avatar borders and more
Check your progress on the streaks page or your dashboard.
What rewards are available at different streak milestones?
5 days
Vote multiplier x2
25 days
25% off Premium
50 days
50% off Premium
100 days
Vote multiplier x3 + First avatar border
150 days
Free Premium listing
300 days
Vote multiplier x4 + Free Premium
500 days
Second avatar border + 50% off advertising
1000 days
Vote multiplier x5
Rewards are cumulative - you keep all previous rewards as you progress.
How do vote multipliers work?
Vote multipliers increase the impact of your votes. For example, with a x2 multiplier, your single vote counts as 2 votes for that project.
How it works:
- Multipliers are automatically applied when you vote
- Help projects you support gain more votes in competitions
- You keep the highest multiplier you've earned as you reach higher streak milestones
How do I claim and use discount codes from streak rewards?
- Unlock a reward: When you reach milestone days (25, 50, or 150 days), visit the streaks page
- Claim your reward: Click the claim button to receive a unique discount code
- Use the code: Apply the code during checkout when submitting a Premium listing
- Copy easily: You can copy the code directly from the streaks page
Note: Discount codes are one-time use and tied to your account.
What is the streaks leaderboard?
The streaks leaderboard shows the top voters ranked by their cumulative streak (total days voted).
It's a great way to see who the most active community members are and track your ranking.
Leaderboard displays:
- User avatars and streak counts
- Vote multipliers
- Avatar borders earned through milestones
Visit the /streaks page to view the full leaderboard and your personal progress.