Launch Llama Pricing
Free vs Featured membership, plus one-time Instant Launch and ads.
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Plans
Free — $0 forever
Directory listing + product page. Reviewed and published in ~4 weeks. 1 tool listing.
Featured — $99 /month (or $29/week)
Instant, priority placement at the top of the directory, a permanent DA 74 dofollow backlink, distribution across 4+ SEO pages, up to 3 tool listings, and 1 newsletter feature per 4 weeks subscribed to 20,000+ founders. Cancel anytime.
Instant Launch — $39 one-time
Optional Free add-on. Skip the ~4 week review and go live immediately with a permanent dofollow backlink and guaranteed GSC indexing.
Newsletter Ad — $199 1×, or $499 for 3×
One-time sponsorship in the weekly founder newsletter — 65,000+ subscribers, custom copy, LinkedIn & X promo, and a performance report.
Directory Backlinks — $99 – $199 one-time
Manual submission to 30 (Starter, $99), 60 (Pro, $149), or 100+ (Premium, $199) curated startup and AI directories.
Free vs Featured
| Feature | Free | Featured |
|---|---|---|
| Directory listing + product page | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tool listings | 1 | Up to 3 |
| Instant launch | +$39 | ✓ |
| Priority placement at the top of the directory | — | ✓ |
| Social media shoutout (X, LinkedIn, Threads) | — | ✓ |
| Permanent DA 74 dofollow backlink | +$39 | ✓ |
| Distribution across 4+ SEO pages | — | ✓ |
| Advanced analytics | — | ✓ |
| 1 newsletter feature per 4 weeks subscribed to 20,000+ founders | — | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What makes Launch Llama unique?
Launch Llama is the world's first full-stack distribution channel — directory, newsletter, backlinks, SEO pages, and GEO/AEO for citations in ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Claude. Weekly winners can be placed in our newsletter to 65,000+ subscribers at no extra cost. Agents can search and open drafts via REST and MCP. We also help you build domain authority through high-authority backlinks, and you can book a consultation on GTM and growth. No other directory offers this combination.
Is it free to submit my startup to Launch Llama?
Yes. You can submit your tool and get a permanent Free directory listing at $0 — no credit card, no trial, and no hidden fees. Free listings include one tool, a directory listing with product page, a typical ~4 week wait before going live, and discoverability in the Launch Llama tools directory. Instant Launch is an optional one-time add-on if you want to skip the wait.
What is the difference between Free and Featured?
Free lists your tool in the directory after review (typically ~4 weeks), with 1 listing and a product page. Featured ($29/week or $99/month) goes live instantly, pins your listing to the top of the directory, and includes permanent DA 74 placement, distribution across 4+ SEO pages, and up to 3 tool listings.
What is Instant Launch?
Instant Launch is a $39 one-time add-on for Free listings — not a membership plan. It skips the wait so your listing goes live immediately with a permanent dofollow backlink and guaranteed GSC indexing. It does not include Featured placement or a subscription.
How much does a Featured listing cost on Launch Llama?
Featured is $29 per week, or $99 per month (best value). Instant Launch is $39 one-time as an optional Free add-on. All checkouts run through Stripe.
Can I cancel my Featured subscription anytime?
Yes. Weekly and monthly plans can be canceled anytime from your dashboard — you keep access until the end of the current billing period. There is no long-term lock-in beyond the period you already paid for.
How many tools can I list on each plan?
Free accounts can list 1 tool. Featured allows up to 3 tool listings. Instant Launch applies to a single Free submission. Existing Featured subscribers who joined before listing-limit changes keep their prior allowance. If you hit the limit, remove a listing from your dashboard before submitting another.
What does a DA 74 listing mean for SEO?
Launch Llama has strong domain authority (DA 74). Featured listings get permanent placement on that high-authority domain, plus auto-distribution across multiple SEO pages — which helps Google, AI assistants, and founders discover your product over time. Instant Launch includes a permanent dofollow backlink on the same domain.
How do Launch Llama newsletter sponsorships work?
Newsletter sponsorships are one-time Stripe purchases — not part of a subscription. Choose 1× for $199 or 3× for $499. Each send includes a dedicated ad slot, custom copy written for you, LinkedIn and X promo, and a performance report. Combined reach is 67,000+ across newsletter and social.
Do I need a Featured subscription to buy a newsletter ad or backlinks?
No. Newsletter sponsorships and directory backlink packages are available to anyone as one-time add-ons.
How does the directory backlink service work?
We manually submit your tool to curated startup and AI directories. Packages are $99 for 30 directories (Starter), $149 for 60 (Pro), and $199 for 100+ (Premium). Backlinks are permanent, and listings benefit from Launch Llama’s DA 74 domain.
How long until my listing or sponsorship goes live?
Free directory listings go live after review (typically ~4 weeks), or immediately with the Instant Launch add-on. Featured listings go live as soon as Stripe payment is confirmed. Newsletter ads and backlink packages are scheduled manually — we confirm timing after purchase, usually for the next available newsletter send or within the stated backlink turnaround.
Do you offer refunds on Featured plans or add-ons?
No. Featured subscriptions are non-refundable once activated. Instant Launch, newsletter sponsorships, and directory backlink packages are also non-refundable once scheduled or fulfilled. Cancel future subscription billing anytime from your dashboard.
Is Launch Llama a good alternative to Product Hunt for launching a startup?
Launch Llama is built for ongoing discoverability — a permanent directory listing, optional pinned Featured placement, SEO distribution, and newsletter reach to 65,000+ founders — rather than a single launch-day spike. Many founders use Free to start, then upgrade to Featured when they want consistent top-of-directory visibility.