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StartupSkyline — Startup Directory You Can Explore
Startup directory you explore as a city
The short version
What is StartupSkyline — Startup Directory You Can Explore?
StartupSkyline is a startup directory visualized as a city where each startup is represented by a building. Users can browse startups by category, and startup owners can purchase floors to increase the height of their building.
Visualizes startup listings as a 3D city where building height is determined by purchased floors rather than rankings or votes.
Product capabilities
Key features
- 3D city visualization of startup listings
- Interactive map navigation (drag to look, scroll to zoom, WASD to walk)
- Categorized startup directory
- Automated startup listing approval
- One-time payment model for building height
- Dofollow links for paid listings
Ways to use it
Use cases
- Listing a startup in a directory
- Browsing startups by category
- Increasing visibility of a startup listing via purchased building height
Who it is built for
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Strengths & considerations
Strengths
- No subscription fees
- No voting or ranking system
- Automated approval process
Things to consider
- Building height is capped at 1000 floors
- Free listings require a badge on the user's site
- Paid listings require a minimum of 5 floors
Plan information
Pricing
The service offers a free ground-floor listing with a required badge. Additional floors can be purchased for $2.00 each, with a minimum of 5 floors for paid permits. Payments are one-time with no subscription.
Includes one floor and a verified badge on the building, provided a StartupSkyline badge is embedded on the user's site.
Prices and plans can change. Confirm current terms on the official pricing page before purchasing.
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Quick answers
StartupSkyline — Startup Directory You Can Explore FAQ
How are startups ranked on StartupSkyline?
Startups are not ranked or voted on. Building height is the only metric, which is purchased outright.
Is there a subscription fee?
No, payments are one-time with no subscription or expiry.
How do I get my startup listed?
You add your startup by pasting your URL, which the system reads to fill in the details. Most listings are approved automatically within minutes.
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