Community
Community
Free
Free
Queue for next UTC slot
- Listed on Needle Directory with logo, copy, and media
- Discoverable in browse and category views
- Dofollow backlink when badge is verified or you win weekly votes
Launch on Needle Directory
Free Community listing or Spotlight pin. Dofollow backlink included on paid plans.
Spotlight
Spotlight Week
7-day pin · permanent verification skip
$39Save $15
$24
USD · one-time · no auto-renew
- Pinned to the top of Needle Directory for 7 days
- Lifetime dofollow backlink - no badge required
- Verification skip included - submit without backlink checks
- Priority review queue
- One-time charge - does not auto-renew
Spotlight
Spotlight Month
30-day pin · permanent verification skip
$99Save $50
$49
USD · one-time · no auto-renew
- Pinned to the top of Needle Directory for 30 days
- Up to 20× more homepage exposure vs organic browse
- Lifetime dofollow backlink - no badge required
- Verification skip included
- Priority review and support
- One-time charge - does not auto-renew
Already started a listing? Open your directory dashboard to upgrade from the Trust step.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a paid Needle Search plan to list?
- No. Needle Directory is separate from Search. You can list for free on the Community plan.
- When is my backlink dofollow?
- Community: when your badge is verified or you win weekly votes. Spotlight Week and Spotlight Month include a lifetime dofollow link without a badge.
- What does verification skip mean?
- Spotlight plans include skipping automated backlink checks. Community listings can verify with a free badge or buy verification skip during submit.
- How long until my listing is live?
- Listings publish on your scheduled launch date automatically. Spotlight plans let you pick the day and include pinned placement.