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Directories, backlinks, SEO and GEO, and how to launch a tool the honest way. Practical playbooks for founders who want to be discovered.

Launching

11 Product Hunt Alternatives That Actually Send Traffic [2026]

Product Hunt isn't the only launch option. Here are 11 real alternatives for indie founders in 2026, with honest pros, cons, and who each one is best for.

Jul 4, 2026 13 min

GEO

GEO: How to Get Your Product Recommended by ChatGPT

Generative Engine Optimization explained. A practical, honest guide to getting your software recommended by ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI in 2026.

Jul 4, 2026 8 min

GEO

AI Search Engine Optimization: The 2026 Guide

AI search engine optimization (GEO) is how founders get products cited by ChatGPT and Perplexity. What it is, how it differs from SEO, and what to do.

Jul 4, 2026 10 min

SEO

SEO for Startups: A Realistic 2026 Playbook

SEO for a brand-new startup is different. Here's a practical, honest 90-day playbook for SaaS founders: what to do first, what to skip, and what to expect.

Jul 4, 2026 10 min