sales-superlaunch

name	sales-superlaunch
description	Super Launch platform help — minimalist product launch directory where every product gets 7 days on the front page. Covers free submission (nofollow backlink), paid dofollow backlinks (DR59), paid carousel advertising, Top 50 Leaderboard, category browsing, and voting system. Use when your product needs guaranteed front-page visibility, you want the DR59 dofollow backlink from Super Launch, you're unsure if the paid ad spend is worth it, or you're comparing Super Launch against other launch directories. Do NOT use for multi-directory launch strategy (use /sales-launch-directory). Do NOT use for Product Hunt launches (use /product-hunt-launch).
argument-hint	[describe what you need help with on Super Launch]
license	MIT
version	1.0.2
tags	["sales","product-launch","startup","directory","platform"]

Super Launch Platform Help

Helps the user submit to, optimize listings on, and get the most from Super Launch — a minimalist product launch directory that guarantees every product 7 days on the front page.

Step 1 — Gather context

If references/learnings.md exists, read it first for accumulated knowledge.

Ask the user:

1. What do you need help with?

   • A) Submitting a product to Super Launch
   • B) Understanding the backlink situation (free vs paid)
   • C) Evaluating if Super Launch advertising ($49) is worth it
   • D) Comparing Super Launch with other directories
   • E) Something else — describe it

2. What's your product?

   • A) SaaS / software tool
   • B) Mobile app
   • C) API / developer tool
   • D) No-code / low-code tool
   • E) Something else

3. What's your primary goal?

   • A) SEO backlinks (dofollow)
   • B) Visibility and early users
   • C) Both
   • D) Just getting listed everywhere

If the user's request already provides most of this context, skip directly to the relevant step. Lead with your best-effort answer using reasonable assumptions (stated explicitly), then ask only the most critical 1-2 clarifying questions at the end.

Step 2 — Route or answer directly

If the request maps to a different skill, route:

• Multi-directory launch strategy → /sales-launch-directory
• Product Hunt launch → /sales-producthunt
• Email marketing to subscribers → /sales-email-marketing
• Landing page optimization → /sales-checkout
• Audience growth strategy → /sales-audience-growth
• Other specific directory platforms → hand off to that platform's skill

Otherwise, answer directly from the Super Launch reference below.

Step 3 — Super Launch platform reference

Read references/platform-guide.md for the full reference — the platform overview table (superlaun.ch, DR59, $49/mo advertising, no API), the free-vs-paid backlink behavior (free = nofollow, paid = dofollow), the submission process, the advertising carousel option, a comparison vs Open Launch / ProductBurst / SoloPush, and when Super Launch makes sense.

Answer using only the relevant section — don't dump the full reference.

Step 4 — Actionable guidance

For users submitting (free tier)

1. Create account at superlaun.ch
2. Prepare: clear product name, problem-focused tagline, screenshots of product in action
3. Submit your product
4. Add UTM tracking: ?utm_source=superlaunch&utm_medium=directory&utm_campaign=launch
5. Engage during your 7-day window — ask your network to vote
6. After 7 days, your product moves off the front page but stays in the directory and can appear on the leaderboard

Note: The free backlink is nofollow. If dofollow backlinks are your goal, prioritize other directories first (SoloPush, ProductBurst, Open Launch).

For users considering the $49/month ad

Compare with alternatives:

• $49/month on Super Launch = carousel ad across all pages + likely dofollow backlink (DR59)
• $12 on Open Launch = guaranteed DR65 dofollow backlink + next-day launch (one-time, not monthly)
• $39 on CtrlAlt.cc = 1-week homepage feature + dofollow backlink (one-time)
• $39/month on MicroLaunch Pro = skip queue + 2x visibility + DR59 backlink

Verdict: The $49/month ad is expensive compared to one-time alternatives. Unless you want ongoing ad visibility on Super Launch specifically, one-time paid options at other directories deliver better backlink value per dollar.

For multi-directory launchers

Super Launch fits into Phase 1 — Instant listings as a free, no-queue submission. The nofollow backlink is a downside compared to SoloPush and ProductBurst (both free dofollow), but the 7-day guaranteed front page is a nice perk. Submit it alongside other instant platforms on Day 1.

Gotchas

Best-effort from research — review these, especially items about backlink type and pricing that may change.

• Free tier backlinks are nofollow. Despite some sources reporting "dofollow, free," the actual page data shows free listings get nofollow links. Only paid/featured listings get dofollow. Always verify after your listing goes live.

• DR59 is strong but only for paid. DR59 would rank Super Launch among the top directories — but only if you get the dofollow variant, which requires paying.

• $49/month is recurring. Unlike one-time payments at Open Launch ($12) or CtrlAlt.cc ($39), the Super Launch ad is a monthly subscription. Cancel if you only need the backlink.

• 7-day front page is nice but limited. After 7 days, your product rotates off the homepage. You remain in the directory but visibility drops significantly.

• 10 ad slots per month. If all 10 slots are taken, you can't purchase advertising until the next month.

• No editorial queue — low barrier. This means less curation, so the quality of co-listed products varies more than on editorial platforms.

• Self-improving: If you discover something not covered here, append it to references/learnings.md with today's date.

Related skills

• /sales-launch-directory — Coordinates submissions across 10+ startup directories with sequencing, backlink stacking, and budget allocation
• /sales-openlaunch — Open Launch platform help (open-source PH alternative, DR65 backlinks)
• /sales-productburst — ProductBurst platform help (daily/weekly rankings, instant listing)
• /sales-solopush — SoloPush platform help (no-pressure indie maker community)
• /sales-openhunts — OpenHunts platform help (weekly launch cycle, DR50 backlinks)
• /sales-microlaunch — MicroLaunch platform help (30-day leaderboard, deals marketplace)
• /sales-producthunt — Product Hunt platform help (largest launch platform, DR91 dofollow, 5M+ visits/mo)
• /sales-do — Not sure which skill to use? The router matches any sales objective to the right skill. Install: npx skills add sales-skills/sales --skill sales-do

Examples

Example 1: Submit a product for free

User says: "I want to submit my SaaS tool to Super Launch" Skill does:

1. Walks through the submission process — account creation, materials prep
2. Notes the 7-day guaranteed front page placement
3. Warns that the free backlink is nofollow, not dofollow
4. Recommends engaging during the 7-day window to maximize votes and leaderboard placement Result: Product submitted with realistic expectations about backlink value

Example 2: Evaluate if $49/month ad is worth it

User says: "Should I pay $49/month for Super Launch advertising?" Skill does:

1. Explains what the ad includes — carousel placement, all pages, 10 slots/month exclusivity
2. Compares with one-time alternatives: Open Launch $12 (DR65 dofollow), CtrlAlt.cc $39 (dofollow)
3. Notes the $49 is recurring vs one-time at other platforms
4. Recommends: only if you want ongoing visibility on Super Launch. For a one-time dofollow backlink, cheaper options exist Result: Clear cost-benefit comparison with actionable recommendation

Example 3: Compare Super Launch with free dofollow directories

User says: "I want free dofollow backlinks — is Super Launch good for that?" Skill does:

1. Clarifies that Super Launch free tier is nofollow despite some sources claiming dofollow
2. Recommends SoloPush (DR46-47 dofollow, free), ProductBurst (DR46 dofollow, free), and Open Launch (DR65 conditional dofollow, free)
3. Suggests still submitting to Super Launch for the 7-day visibility, just don't count it for SEO Result: User knows where to get free dofollow backlinks and where Super Launch fits

Troubleshooting

Backlink shows as nofollow after submitting for free

Symptom: Listed on Super Launch but the backlink is nofollow Cause: Free submissions get nofollow backlinks. Only paid/featured listings get dofollow. Solution: This is expected behavior. If you need a dofollow backlink from Super Launch, you'll need to purchase advertising ($49/month). For free dofollow backlinks, use SoloPush, ProductBurst, or other platforms listed in /sales-launch-directory.

Product not visible after 7 days

Symptom: Product was on the front page but now can't be found Cause: The 7-day front page placement expired. Your product moves to the general directory but is no longer prominently featured. Solution: Your product is still listed — it just isn't on the homepage anymore. If you accumulated enough votes, you may appear on the Top 50 Leaderboard. To regain visibility, consider the $49/month advertising option or focus on other directories where your listing is permanent.

Low vote count during 7-day window

Symptom: Product on the front page but getting very few votes Cause: Super Launch has unknown traffic levels, and your product may not be in a popular category Solution: Promote your Super Launch listing on your own channels (Twitter, email list, communities). Ask early users to vote. The 7-day window is guaranteed regardless of vote count — use it for exposure even if votes are low. Focus your backlink efforts on higher-traffic directories.