Before you submit
A custom landing page on your own domain with a working signup. "Follow us on X" does not count as a way to engage.
The product must be unreleased, in private beta or very recently launched, and a technology startup.
How to launch on BetaList, step by step
BetaList features pre-launch and recently launched internet startups for early adopters. Every submission is paid, and you get a full refund automatically if your startup is not selected.
Check you qualify
BetaList looks for a clear value proposition, good design and an innovative idea. The startup needs its own domain: free hosting subdomains such as vercel.app, netlify.app or herokuapp.com, and direct links to app stores, are not accepted.
Choose a plan
Plans differ mainly by how quickly you are featured and whether newsletter inclusion is guaranteed. The expected timeline is shown when you choose a plan and in the confirmation email.
Wait for review
The editorial team reviews the startup after payment and emails the decision. You can see the status on your dashboard, and you can upgrade to a faster plan.
Be ready for sign-ups
Every plan includes a do-follow link if you are featured, and early adopters arrive when you do. Make sure the sign-up works and you are ready to answer them.
BetaList's own rules
- There is no free submission option.
- Free hosting subdomains and direct app store links are not accepted.
Mistakes to avoid
- Submitting a template landing page on a free subdomain.
- Getting featured before the sign-up form actually works.
Checked against BetaList's own pages: betalist.com/support (opens in a new tab), betalist.com/criteria (opens in a new tab)
Cost, wait and links
- Cost
- Paid submission. Every submission is paid. Plans differ by how quickly you are featured and whether newsletter inclusion is guaranteed. Refunds are automatic if you are not selected.
- Wait
- Not stated by the site
- Links
- Do-follow link
Requirements
- You need an account to submit.
- Products that have not launched yet are accepted.
- A distinct, custom-designed landing page (no templates, no .vercel.app or .netlify.app subdomains)
- A real way to sign up, such as an email form or download button
What founders got here
No founder has reported results here yet. Figures appear once 3 reports are approved, as medians and labelled self reported.
Launched on BetaList? Share your resultsWhere this comes from
Checked against the site's own pages. Fees and rules change, so confirm on the site before paying.
Questions about launching on BetaList
Is BetaList free?
- No. BetaList used to offer free submissions, but every submission now requires payment. If your startup is not selected, the payment is refunded in full automatically.
