What is a free product launch directory?
A product launch directory is a platform where founders can list their products, tools, apps, and services so that potential users, customers, and early adopters can discover them. The best launch directories drive real traffic, generate backlinks, and create early momentum for new products.
LaunchFree.io — The Runway — is a free product launch directory that charges absolutely nothing for core listings. No approval fees. No "premium" tiers that bury free listings. No paywalls. Every legal product gets a fair shot at being discovered.
What you get when you list for free
Permanent listing
Your product lives on LaunchFree.io permanently, indexed by search engines.
Weekly newsletter
Featured in The Runway Digest — sent to bootstrap founders every Friday.
Community upvotes
Real founders upvote your product, driving it up the rankings.
Shareable badge
"Listed on LaunchFree.io" badge for your site and social profiles.
Category visibility
Tagged by category so founders in your niche find you specifically.
Zero fees. Ever.
The core listing is free. It will always be free. That's the whole point.
Why free product launch directories matter
Most bootstrap founders don't have $300 to spend on a featured placement. Most indie makers are building their first product on evenings and weekends with a tight budget. The launch platforms that were supposed to level the playing field ended up recreating it — with paywalls, approval queues, and premium tiers that favor funded startups over solo builders.
LaunchFree.io was built on May 6th, 2026 — the day our founder hit four consecutive paywalls trying to launch a product. The frustration became the product. Free to list. Free forever. No exceptions.
Frequently asked questions
Is LaunchFree.io really free to list?
Yes. The core listing is free and will always be free. We make money through optional sponsored placements and newsletter advertising — never by charging founders to be discovered.
What types of products can I list?
Any legal product, tool, service, or business at any stage — from pre-launch waitlist to fully live. Side projects, MVPs, SaaS tools, newsletters, communities, apps, and more.
How long does approval take?
We review every submission manually and aim to go live within 24 hours. We review each submission to make sure it meets The Runway Standard — real products from real founders.
Do I need an account to submit?
No account required. Just fill out the submission form with your product details and you're done.
Can I list a product that's not live yet?
Absolutely. Pre-launch, waitlist, early access, and beta products are all welcome. LaunchFree.io is a great place to build early momentum before your official launch.
Ready to get on the runway?
Free to list. Free forever. No credit card. No approval fee. Just your product, getting discovered.
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