directory-submissions

Plan and execute tiered directory submissions with readiness checks and backlink verification.

Updated May 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/marcosbatallas99/Marketing --skill directory-submissions-marcosbatallas99
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Skill: directory-submissions
Source: https://github.com/marcosbatallas99/Marketing/tree/main/skills/directory-submissions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/marcosbatallas99/Marketing --skill directory-submissions-marcosbatallas99

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the inefficiency of unoptimized, manual directory submissions that waste time, generate low-quality backlinks, and trigger duplicate content penalties from AI search engines. Most teams lack the framework to prioritize high-value directories, create tier-specific positioning, and ensure submissions align with launch readiness requirements, leading to poor ROI and missed discovery opportunities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Readiness Assessment: Validates 9 key prerequisites (public access, pricing page, destination pages, assets, etc.) before submission to avoid wasted effort on low-converting listings.
  • Tiered Directory Catalog: Curates 13 tiers of directories, review platforms, and content platforms with domain rating, dofollow status, and fit criteria to prioritize high-equity opportunities.
  • Positioning Variant Library: Generates audience-specific description variants for each directory tier to avoid duplicate content penalties and match search intent.
  • Product Hunt Launch Playbook: Provides a 3-week prep timeline, launch day execution steps, and post-launch best practices to maximize day-one momentum.
  • Reviews Protocol: Outlines the 10-in-30 G2/Capterra review drive to unlock Grid visibility and review-driven social proof.
  • Destination Page Strategy: Guides the creation of high-converting alternative, use-case, and template pages that backlinks can flow into for maximum conversion ROI.
  • GEO Optimization: Includes tactics to optimize listings and destination pages for citation by AI engines like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity.

Use Case: A founder launching a new AI SaaS tool can use this Skill to plan their launch week directory submissions, prepare tier-specific positioning copy, execute the Product Hunt 3-week warm-up, and set weekly KPI targets for domain rating and referral signups.

Quick Start

Ask the directory-submissions skill to generate a 3-week launch directory plan for your new SaaS product, including tiered submission targets, Product Hunt prep steps, and G2 review protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions about directory-submissions

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build high-quality backlinks for my SaaS product launch?

Building high-quality backlinks for a SaaS launch requires automating directory submissions across 13 tiers of platforms prioritized by domain rating and dofollow status. This enforces readiness checks and tier-specific positioning variants to ensure submissions deliver measurable SEO and referral traffic value.

What is generative engine optimization and how does it apply to directory submissions?

Generative engine optimization (GEO) structures directory listings and destination pages to earn citations from AI search engines like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. This ensures product positioning and use-case pages are formatted to be referenced by generative AI models.

Can I use directory submissions for no-code and developer tools?

Yes, directory submissions can be used for no-code and developer tools. The process applies tier-specific positioning variants and readiness checks tailored for SaaS, AI, and developer tool categories to maximize in-market discovery and verify dofollow backlinks across relevant platform tiers.

How do I prepare for a Product Hunt launch to maximize day-one momentum?

Preparing for a Product Hunt launch requires a 3-week prep timeline encompassing directory submissions, tier-specific positioning copy, and launch day execution steps. This warm-up phase builds backlink equity and audience readiness to maximize day-one momentum.

Why do my directory submissions trigger duplicate content penalties?

Directory submissions trigger duplicate content penalties when identical descriptions are used across multiple platforms. To avoid this, you must generate audience-specific positioning variants for each directory tier to match distinct search intents and prevent AI search engines from flagging the content.

Do I need a pricing page before starting backlink building campaigns?

Yes, a pricing page and public access are required before starting backlink building campaigns. A readiness assessment validates 9 key prerequisites, including destination pages and assets, to ensure submissions avoid wasted effort on low-converting listings.