Directory Submission Tracker Template
A comprehensive tracking template to manage all your directory submissions. Keep track of submission status, responses, and results in one organized place.
Category: TemplatesTool Name: Submission Tracker TemplateURL Slug: /submission-tracker-template
Recommended Tracker Columns
Use these columns in your spreadsheet to track all aspects of your directory submission campaign. You can create this in Google Sheets, Excel, or any spreadsheet tool.
| Column Name | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Directory Name | Name of the directory or listing site | Product Hunt, Indie Hackers, etc. |
| URL | Website URL of the directory | https://www.producthunt.com |
| Category | Directory category or niche | SaaS, AI Tools, Startups |
| Submission Date | Date when you submitted your listing | 2026-01-15 |
| Status | Current status of the submission | Pending, Approved, Rejected, Published |
| Response Date | Date when you received a response | 2026-01-20 |
| Listing URL | URL of your published listing (if approved) | https://directory.com/your-product |
| Notes | Additional notes or follow-up actions | Follow up in 2 weeks, Requires payment |
| Traffic | Traffic received from this directory | 150 visitors/month |
| Backlinks | Number of backlinks acquired | 1 dofollow link |
Submission Status Types
Not Submitted
Pending
Approved
Published
Rejected
How to Use This Tracker
- Create a new spreadsheet (Google Sheets, Excel, or similar)
- Add all the recommended columns as headers
- Add each directory you plan to submit to as a new row
- Update the status as you progress through submissions
- Record dates, URLs, and notes for each submission
- Track traffic and backlinks to measure ROI
- Use filters to view submissions by status or category
- Set reminders for follow-ups on pending submissions
Tracking Best Practices
- Update your tracker immediately after each submission
- Set calendar reminders for follow-ups (typically 1-2 weeks)
- Use color coding for different statuses
- Add notes about requirements, fees, or special instructions
- Track which directories drive the most traffic
- Review and update your tracker weekly
- Share the tracker with your team if working collaboratively