Average review time per directory category?
LinkPing does not yet have enough tracked submissions to publish an average review time for any directory category, and we will not estimate one. As of 2026-10-20 the closest thing we can report is how many directories in each category are free with no account (50 of 410 overall), which tend to have lighter or no review.
Updated Markdown version
| Type | Live directories | Free, no account |
|---|---|---|
| AI tool directory | 180 | 31 |
| Launch platform | 51 | 5 |
| SaaS review site | 31 | 0 |
| Web directory | 56 | 13 |
| Startup directory | 17 | 1 |
| Developer platform | 21 | 0 |
| Business listing | 12 | 0 |
| App store | 5 | 0 |
| Community | 31 | 0 |
Review time depends on whether a human reviews each submission, queue length, and whether you pay for faster handling. Plan for days to weeks for moderated sites and treat anything faster as a bonus.
Data pending. LinkPing does not yet have enough submission records to publish review times by directory category, and we will not estimate it. LinkPing is measuring this; results will be published in the monthly Directory Index at /data once the sample is large enough to be meaningful.
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Source: LinkPing directory library snapshot 2026-10-20. Figures update when the snapshot is refreshed.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my directory submission still pending?
Moderated sites work through queues. If it has been several weeks, check the directory's stated timing or contact them.
Does paying speed up review?
Some directories offer paid fast-track slots; confirm what is promised.