June 30, 2026 · 6 min read
Is Product Hunt worth it in 2026? An honest take
Is Product Hunt worth it in 2026? An honest look at what you actually get, what you do not, the time it costs, and how to make a launch pay off.
Read moreRichardson Eugin Simon is the founder of Puthusu by Superkabe, a product launch platform for makers and startups. He builds tools that help founders get their products discovered and turn a launch into lasting search visibility.
He writes about where and how to launch software products, how product launch platforms compare, and how makers can earn dofollow backlinks and AI-search citations that keep working long after launch day.
Articles by Richardson Eugin Simon
June 29, 2026 · 6 min read
Do directory submissions still help SEO in 2026?
Directory submissions still help SEO in 2026 - but only the right kind. Here is what changed, which directories are worth it, and how many you actually need.
Read moreJune 28, 2026 · 7 min read
Free dofollow backlink sites for startups (2026)
An honest, up-to-date list of free dofollow backlink sites for startups in 2026, how to verify a link is really dofollow, and which popular platforms are nofollow.
Read moreJune 26, 2026 · 6 min read
How to get your product mentioned by AI search (ChatGPT, Perplexity, AI overviews)
Answer engine optimization (AEO) for products: how to get your product cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, and AI overviews when people ask where to find tools like yours.
Read moreJune 24, 2026 · 6 min read
Where to launch your software product: the best launch platforms in 2026
A practical guide to where to launch your software product, how the best product launch platforms compare, and why getting a dofollow backlink on day one matters.
Read moreJune 20, 2026 · 6 min read
How to get your first 100 users for your startup
Practical, proven ways to get your first 100 users for a new startup or SaaS - from communities and launches to direct outreach and content.
Read moreJune 17, 2026 · 5 min read
Do backlinks still matter for SEO in 2026?
Yes - backlinks still matter for SEO in 2026. Here is how their role has changed, what kind of links count now, and how to earn them as a startup.
Read moreJune 12, 2026 · 7 min read
How to launch a SaaS product: a step-by-step checklist for 2026
A complete, practical checklist for launching a SaaS product in 2026 - from pre-launch prep to launch day channels to following up after the spike.
Read moreJune 9, 2026 · 7 min read
How to launch on Product Hunt: a complete 2026 guide
A step-by-step guide to launching on Product Hunt in 2026 - timing, assets, the first hour, and how to make the traffic last after launch day.
Read moreJune 5, 2026 · 6 min read
Product Hunt alternatives: where else to launch in 2026
The best Product Hunt alternatives in 2026 for launching your product - what each one is good for, and how to pick the right mix for your launch.
Read moreMay 30, 2026 · 6 min read
The best startup directories to submit to in 2026
A curated list of the best startup and product directories to submit to in 2026 for traffic, backlinks, and discovery - and how to prioritize them.
Read moreMay 26, 2026 · 5 min read
How to write a product launch that converts: tagline, description, and first comment
How to write the copy for your product launch - a tagline, description, and first comment that turn launch-day visitors into sign-ups.
Read moreMay 22, 2026 · 6 min read
How to get a dofollow backlink for your startup (and why it matters)
Dofollow vs nofollow explained, plus practical ways to get dofollow backlinks for your startup - including launch platforms that link to you the moment you publish.
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