# Submit to Gizmodo

> Launch Llama directory submission tracker review — last reviewed 2026-08-25

- **Canonical:** https://tools.launchllama.co/tools/launch-directories/gizmodo
- **Markdown twin:** https://tools.launchllama.co/directory-spokes/gizmodo.md
- **Directory:** Gizmodo (gizmodo.com)
- **Submit URL:** https://gizmodo.com
- **DR:** 90
- **Pricing:** Free
- **Category:** General Directory (#34 of 276 by DR in this category)
- **Referral traffic:** Very High
- **Backlink quality:** Weak
- **Link type:** Mixed — gizmodo.com article pages with outbound links; editorial coverage varies by story type and rel attributes

## Quick verdict

Consumer tech press — DR 90, free to submit. Worth it with a gadget or culture hook; skip if you only need a startup directory backlink.

**Best for:** Consumer hardware, apps, and science stories with visual appeal · Teams with PR skills pitching editors, not form-fill directory submits

## Approval & timeline

- **Time-to-live:** Editorial pitches may take weeks with no guarantee. Timely news hooks (launches, recalls, breakthroughs) move faster than evergreen product pitches.
- **Review:** Professional editorial team selects consumer-relevant stories — not directory acceptance or paid listing review.
- **Common rejections:** Dry B2B SaaS pitches, products without consumer angle, stories lacking visual hook, or pitches already covered without a new angle.
- **Reputation:** Gizmodo is media, not a directory — founders confuse tips@ outreach with listing on a startup tracker.

## Pros

- DR 90 domain with Very High referral traffic on published stories
- Consumer tech credibility for gadgets, apps, and science products
- Indexed articles remain discoverable via search after initial spike
- Social amplification potential across Twitter, Reddit, and newsletters

## Cons

- Backlink quality rated Weak — coverage is not an SEO link strategy
- No self-serve product listing form — requires PR pitch
- B2B-only SaaS often struggles without consumer or culture angle
- Earned editorial is competitive with no guaranteed response timeline

## What you need before you submit

- Consumer or culture hook — why Gizmodo readers care beyond feature lists
- High-quality visuals: product photos, demo GIFs, or lifestyle context
- Press kit with founder quote, pricing, and availability details
- Short pitch tailored to Gizmodo beats (gadgets, science, design)
- News angle or exclusivity — incremental updates rarely earn coverage

**Gotchas:**

- Mass generic pitches to tips@ underperform — research the relevant editor
- Gizmodo expects journalism-worthy stories, not launch-day directory spam
- Weak backlink rating means traffic and brand matter more than DR transfer

## Submission mechanics

- **Account:** No public directory form — pitch Gizmodo editorial via appropriate desk contacts or story tips channels.
- **Categories:** Stories must fit consumer tech, gadgets, science, or design beats — narrow B2B infra rarely fits.
- **Anchor text:** Editor-controlled in article body — typically company or product name linking to your site.
- **Link placement:** Dedicated gizmodo.com article — crawlable when published, not a directory widget entry.

## FAQ

### How do I get Gizmodo to cover my product?

Pitch a consumer-relevant story to the appropriate Gizmodo editor. There is no free directory listing form — this is earned media coverage.

### Is Gizmodo good for B2B SaaS launches?

Usually a weak fit unless you have a consumer angle, notable hardware tie-in, or cultural relevance. B2B founders often get better ROI from trade press and Product Hunt.

### Does Gizmodo give dofollow backlinks?

Gizmodo articles may link to your site, but we rate backlink quality Weak — expect brand and traffic more than SEO pass-through.

### Is Gizmodo the same as a startup directory?

No — Gizmodo is consumer tech media. Our tracker lists it for visibility planning, but success requires editorial pickup, not form submission.

## Related

- [Directory Submission Tracker](https://tools.launchllama.co/tools/launch-directories)
- [General Directory directories](https://tools.launchllama.co/tools/launch-directories?category=general-directory)
- [Directory backlink service](https://tools.launchllama.co/launch#directory-submissions)
- [llms.txt](https://tools.launchllama.co/llms.txt)