Directory index · researched October 2026
Clutch
clutch.coClutch is a directory for all kinds of startups, including design tools and developer tools. We went through its submission pages in October 2026: what it costs, the link you get, who gets in and how to submit.
How much does Clutch cost?
Listing on Clutch is free, with paid options from $499.
No backlink or badge requirement was shown. Basic includes no website link from directory pages, limited case studies, basic analytics, no Clutch verification or competitor removal, and no placement above non-verified providers. Clutch says free-profile setup takes 20 minutes or less; no standard review queue or wait was stated.
- Basic company information
- Basic analytics
- Limited case studies
- Everything in Basic
- Clutch verification and verified-status checkmark
- Greater visibility above non-verified providers
- Eligibility for the Clutch Guarantee
- AI visibility on the profile
- No competitors on the profile
- Link to the company website from directory pages
- Custom directory-page URL
- Unlimited case studies
- Performance data for the past 365 days and advanced analytics
- Dedicated support representative
- Customizable widgets
- Phone reviews and a featured customer review
- Unlimited profile languages, time zones, and social connections
Does Clutch give a dofollow backlink?
Clutch links to your site with a nofollow link, which asks Google not to count it.
Its Ahrefs Domain Rating is 91.
Who gets into Clutch, and how fast?
You get a listing page, with little promotion.
The Clutch Verified FAQ says verification takes less than 1 business day for most companies, and up to 10 business days when information is not readily available or documentation has not been received. Separately, the free-profile FAQ says setup takes 20 minutes or less.
How much traffic does Clutch get?
Similarweb ranks clutch.co #39,332 in the world by traffic.
What Clutch says about its audience: Get Listed claims: “More than $2 billion in global service projects flow through Clutch every year” and “12+ million buyers” searching for a business partner. The homepage says “Join 1 Million leaders who use Clutch each month”; its banner refers to 350K+ providers.
How do you submit to Clutch?
You submit to Clutch through a form, after creating an account. Sign-up options: Google, LinkedIn, and Email and password.
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Researched 30 October 2026 from Clutch's own pages. Prices and terms change, so check before you pay. Something out of date? Report a correction.