> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.desifounder.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Promoted Launches > Promoted Launches are paid Spotlight options for founders, creators, and businesses that want additional visibility and promotional exposure for their projects. *Effective Date: October 05, 2026 • Last Updated: October 05, 2026* Unlike [Free Launches](/individual/spotlight/free-launches), Promoted Launches do not require the **"Featured on desifounder"** badge or the requirement to like and comment on 5 other projects. All Promoted Launch options are one-time purchases. There are no monthly or recurring subscriptions. ## Available Promoted Launch Options ### \$29 Instant Launch A simple option for getting your project live immediately with extended promotional visibility. Includes: * Instant launch * Permanent do-follow link * 7 days pinned in the Promo section * No badge required * No mandatory requirement to like and comment on other projects, though it is recommended *This option is suitable for projects that want immediate visibility and a permanent do-follow link without a longer promotional period.* ### \$99 Featured Launch (Recommended) A longer promotional placement for projects looking for extended visibility. Includes: * Instant launch * Permanent do-follow link * 30 days pinned in the Promo section * No badge required * No mandatory requirement to like and comment on other projects, though it is recommended *This option gives your project a longer presence in the dedicated Promo section.* ### \$129 Bulk Launch Designed for creators or businesses that expect to launch multiple projects over a period of time. Includes: * Unlimited launches for 30 days * Launches go live on Mondays * No-follow links * No badge required * No mandatory requirement to like and comment on other projects, though it is recommended *The 30-day period begins from the date of purchase. All launches under this option are subject to Spotlight's submission and content guidelines.* ### \$149 Featured Launch + SEO (Best Value) Our most comprehensive promotional option, combining extended Spotlight visibility with an additional SEO article. Includes: * Instant launch * Permanent do-follow link * 30 days pinned in the Promo section * 1 dedicated SEO article delivered within 7 days * No badge required * No mandatory requirement to like and comment on other projects, though it is recommended *The dedicated SEO article is created based on the information and materials provided by the project owner and is intended to provide additional editorial and search visibility.* ## Promoted Launches vs. Free Launches | | Free Launch | Promoted Launch | | :- | :- | :- | | Cost | Free | Paid | | 5 project interactions | Required | Not required | | Badge verification | Required | Not required | | Launch schedule | Monday, 00:00 IST | Instant | | Link | No-follow | Do-follow or no-follow, depending on option | | Promo section | Not included | Included with applicable plans | | Permanent do-follow link | Top 3 weekly launches | Included with applicable plans | | SEO article | Not included | Included with \$149 option | | Payment | Free | One-time purchase | ## Do I Need to Add the desifounder Badge? No. The Featured on desifounder badge is mandatory for [Free Launches](/individual/spotlight/free-launches), but it is not required for Promoted Launches. You can purchase and use a Promoted Launch without adding the badge to your website. ## What Does "Permanent Do-Follow Link" Mean? Where a plan includes a permanent do-follow link, the project receives a do-follow link from its Spotlight listing to the destination URL provided by the project owner. The link is intended to remain available as long as the applicable project listing remains on desifounder and is not removed under our policies or otherwise becomes unavailable. *Desifounder does not guarantee any particular search engine ranking, traffic, domain authority, SEO performance, or other search-related outcome from a do-follow link.* ## What Does "Pinned in the Promo Section" Mean? Projects included in a Promoted Launch plan may be displayed in the dedicated Promo section for the duration specified by the selected plan. * **\$29 Instant Launch:** 7 days * **\$99 Featured Launch:** 30 days * **\$149 Featured Launch + SEO:** 30 days *The promotional period does not automatically renew.* ## How Does Bulk Launch Work? The \$129 Bulk Launch option allows unlimited project launches for 30 days. Projects submitted under Bulk Launch are published on the applicable Monday launch cycle rather than being launched instantly. Bulk Launch does not require a verified badge or mandatory liking and commenting weekly on 5 separate projects, thus making the submission time and process faster. This option is more applicable to creators or directories who do multiple-launches per week on behalf of the founders or products. Each project must still comply with the [Spotlight Rules & Guidelines](/individual/spotlight/rules-guidelines) and may be reviewed before publication. *The Bulk Launch option does not include do-follow links. Links associated with these launches are no-follow (unless they get to Top 3 of the week; then they get a do-follow link).* ## SEO Article - \$149 Plan The Featured Launch + SEO plan includes one dedicated SEO article. The article will be delivered within 7 days of the applicable launch, subject to receiving the required information and materials from the project owner. Details can be mailed at the below email: * [contact@desifounder.com](mailto:contact@desifounder.com) The article is intended to provide additional exposure and editorial coverage. While we aim to create useful and search-friendly content, we do not guarantee: * Search engine rankings. * Search traffic. * Backlinks from third-party websites. * Leads or conversions. * Sales or revenue. * Any specific SEO outcome. ## No Guaranteed Results A Promoted Launch provides the promotional benefits stated in the selected plan. It does not guarantee any particular business or commercial outcome. Desifounder does not guarantee: * A specific number of impressions or views. * Clicks or website visits. * Likes, comments, votes, or engagement. * Customers, users, leads, or signups. * Sales or revenue. * Funding or investment. * Partnerships or collaborations. * Search engine rankings or SEO performance. * Any other specific business outcome. *Advertising and promotional performance may vary based on the project, audience, timing, market conditions, community activity, and other factors outside our control.* ## Approval & Review Payment does not guarantee publication. All Promoted Launches remain subject to review and must comply with: * [Spotlight Rules & Guidelines](/individual/spotlight/rules-guidelines) * [Content Policies](/legal/content-policies) * [Advertising & Sponsorship Policy](/legal/advertising-and-sponsorship-policy) * Applicable laws and regulations Desifounder may reject a submission that violates our policies or presents legal, security, reputational, or other concerns. If a paid submission is rejected before publication, it may be eligible for a refund in accordance with our [**Refund & Cancellation Policy**](/legal/refund-and-cancellation-policy). ## One-Time Purchase All Promoted Launch options are one-time purchases. There are no automatic renewals or recurring charges. Once the applicable promotional period ends, the promotional benefits associated with that purchase expire. If you want to continue promotional placement, you may purchase another available option. ### Important Purchasing a Promoted Launch does not constitute an endorsement, verification, certification, investment recommendation, or guarantee by desifounder. Project owners are responsible for the accuracy, legality, and ownership of the information and materials submitted. Desifounder reserves the right to remove a project or promotional placement if it subsequently determines that the project or its content violates our policies or applicable laws. For more information, see: * [**What is Spotlight by desifounder?**](/individual/spotlight/introduction) * [**Free Launches**](/individual/spotlight/free-launches) * [**How do I launch a project on Spotlight?**](/individual/spotlight/how-to-launch-a-project-on-spotlight) * [**Spotlight Rules & Guidelines**](/individual/spotlight/rules-guidelines) * [**Spotlight FAQs**](/individual/spotlight/frequently-asked-questions) * [**Refund & Cancellation Policy**](/legal/refund-and-cancellation-policy) * [**Advertising & Sponsorship Policy**](/legal/advertising-and-sponsorship-policy) This documentation is built and hosted on [Mintlify](https://mintlify.com), a developer documentation platform.