Directory database · Startups in Germany
Where to submit a German startup: 6 directories
Germany’s startup scene is spread across several hubs rather than one city: Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne, Frankfurt and others, each with its own networks. German directories include startup databases, regional ecosystem maps, media lists and associations, and many cover the wider DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). Several publish only in German and expect a German description. German readers and platforms also expect a proper legal notice (Impressum) and a clear privacy policy on your site, and directories with manual review may check for them. B2B buyers in Germany tend to value details: where data is hosted, certifications you hold, contract terms and German-language support. Put those facts in the listing if they apply, and be precise rather than promotional. Reviewers in this market tend to read the fine print.
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OMR Reviews
omr.com
A German B2B software and agency review platform run by the OMR marketing media group, with verified user reviews and category rankings aimed squarely at the DACH market. Business buyers in Germany…
Munich Startup
munich-startup.de
Munich Startup is the central platform for Munich's startup ecosystem, with news, events, funding information and a directory of 1,500+ local startups. Startups register to create a profile with…
KI Tools Übersicht
ki-tools-uebersicht.de
A German-language directory of 300+ AI tools across 22 categories, filterable by function and pricing model. Makers submit through a free form on the homepage that also accepts an affiliate…
startupmag.de
startupmag.de
startupmag.de is a German startup magazine with a startup database, founder interviews and product comparisons. Startups fill in a form to get a database entry, with paid tiers adding a long-form…
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How to prioritise
- German startup databases and ecosystem maps for your city or region.
- DACH-wide directories and media lists, with a German description.
- Pan-European directories for investor reach beyond DACH.
Questions about this list
Do I need a German description?
For German-language directories, a German description written by a fluent speaker does much better than English or machine translation. Pan-European sites accept English.
Why do German directories check for an Impressum?
German websites that do business are generally expected to publish a legal notice, and reviewers use it as a sign a company is real. Have an Impressum and privacy policy in place before submitting.
Can Austrian or Swiss startups use these directories?
Many German directories cover the whole DACH region; some are Germany-only or city-specific. Check eligibility on each directory page.
Which of these directories give a dofollow link?
2 of the 6 had a followed (dofollow) listing link when we checked: Munich Startup, startupmag.de. Directories change their link policy, so check your own listing once it is live.