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Submission Time Calculator
Calculate how many hours manual directory submission will take, then compare the DIY workload against a done-for-you directory submission service.
Campaign size
Form filling, account creation, uploads, and submit-page friction.
Checking fit, pricing, link type, login rules, and submit URL.
Description, tagline, screenshots, logo, categories, and launch copy.
Used to estimate how long DIY submissions will take on your calendar.
Where the Time Goes
Manual directory submission is usually split between preparation, research, repetitive forms, and follow-up.
Profile prep
2 hoursPositioning, screenshots, logo, description, and launch copy
Directory research
6.7 hoursFinding submit URLs, filtering fit, and checking requirements
Form filling
20 hoursCreating accounts, entering fields, and uploading assets
Follow-up
1.7 hoursEmail confirmations, edits, approvals, and retries
Manual Submission Time by Campaign Size
Use these benchmarks to compare a small launch push against a full directory submission campaign.
| Campaign | Directories | Manual hours | Calendar time | Time cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Top 20 Hand-pick the obvious launch sites | 20 | 7.7 hours | 1.3 weeks | $575 |
60+ Basic directory submission campaign | 60 | 19 hours | 3.2 weeks | $1,425 |
100+ Standard backlink foundation | 100 | 30 hours | 5.1 weeks | $2,275 |
140+ Full SubmitSaaS-style coverage | 140 | 42 hours | 6.9 weeks | $3,125 |
Time estimates based on your current calculator inputs
How to Use This Submission Time Calculator
Start with the number of directories you want to target, then adjust the average minutes per submission based on your workflow. A simple listing with a short form can take 5 to 10 minutes. A more involved SaaS directory with account creation, screenshots, categories, email confirmation, and moderation can take 20 minutes or more.
For a realistic directory submission estimate, include research time too. You still need to find the correct submission URL, check if the directory is free or paid, understand whether the backlink is DoFollow or NoFollow, and decide whether the site is worth your time.
The calculator also estimates opportunity cost. If 100 manual submissions take 30 hours, those are 30 hours not spent shipping product, writing SEO content, talking to customers, or improving conversion. That is why automated directory submission often makes sense once your target list grows beyond the obvious top 20 directories.
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Compare the Time Trade-Off
After estimating the manual workload, these pages help you decide whether to keep it DIY or automate the campaign.
Want the Hours Back?
We submit your SaaS to 60, 100, or 140+ directories in 48 hours so you can spend that time on product, sales, and content.
Basic
Ideal for businesses starting their journey to enhanced online visibility.
Choose $60 package- Submission to 60+ directories
- Guaranteed DR increase from 0 to 10+
- Complete submission report
- Paid directories are not included
- Get valuable backlinks
- Generate organic traffic
- Save over 12 hours of your time
- 48-hour turnaround time
Premium
Our most comprehensive package for maximum visibility and SEO impact.
Choose $140 package- Submission to 140+ directories
- Guaranteed DR increase from 0 to 20+
- Complete submission report
- Paid directories are not included
- Get valuable backlinks
- Generate organic traffic
- Save over 28 hours of your time
- 48-hour turnaround time
Standard
Accelerate your growth and expand your online recognition.
Choose $100 package- Submission to 100+ directories
- Guaranteed DR increase from 0 to 15+
- Complete submission report
- Paid directories are not included
- Get valuable backlinks
- Generate organic traffic
- Save over 20 hours of your time
- 48-hour turnaround time
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