--- url: "https://auraplusplus.com/faq" markdown: "https://auraplusplus.com/faq.md" type: "static" ai_citation: "detail-rich" format: "structured for AI citations" --- # Frequently Asked Questions | Aura++ > Frequently asked questions and answers about Aura++ ## Summary Common questions about launches, badges, SEO, and tools. ## General ### What is Aura++ and how does it work? Aura++ is a product launch platform for indie makers and startups. You submit your project, pick a launch day, and get homepage visibility, community upvotes, an embeddable badge, an AI launch blog post, and optional dofollow backlinks — plus Launch Kit graphics and social/Pinterest distribution on paid tiers. ### What time do new projects launch? New projects launch daily at 8:00 AM UTC. We carefully limit the number of projects to ensure each one gets maximum visibility and engagement from our community. ### Will my submitted product appear on the homepage? Yes. Unlike larger platforms with hundreds of daily launches, Aura++ caps daily slots so every project gets homepage visibility on launch day. ### What benefits do I get when I launch on Aura++? Every launch gets a permanent project page, community engagement, and an optional AI launch blog post. Free and No-Follow launches also include a badge option and Pinterest distribution. Premium and Premium Plus add a guaranteed dofollow backlink from our DR 71 domain, Launch Kit graphics, SEO & GEO optimized pages, X, LinkedIn, Bluesky, Pinterest, and Facebook promotion, and more re-launches. ### How are project rankings determined? Project rankings are based on community engagement—primarily upvotes and comments. The more your project resonates with our audience, the higher it ranks on daily, weekly, and monthly leaderboards. ### How many projects can be launched daily? We launch up to 5 free projects, 10 premium projects, and 3 premium plus projects daily to maintain quality and visibility for all launches. ### Can I relaunch my project? Yes. You can relaunch to gain additional exposure. Free plans include limited re-launches with a longer cooldown; Premium and Premium Plus include more re-launches with shorter cooldowns. We also send relaunch reminders after your initial launch. ### Do you offer refunds? Due to the nature of our service (immediate scheduling and promotion), refunds are generally not available once a project is scheduled or launched. However, we're committed to your satisfaction and will work with you to resolve any concerns. ### Is Aura++ free to use? Yes. Aura++ offers Free and No-Follow launches at $0 with homepage visibility and community engagement. Premium and Premium Plus add guaranteed dofollow backlinks, Launch Kit, SEO & GEO page upgrades, and broader social promotion. ### Who can use Aura++? Aura++ is built for indie makers, startup founders, SaaS developers, AI builders, and digital product creators. Whether you're launching an MVP or a mature product, we help you gain visibility, backlinks, and credibility. ### How long does it take to get approved? Most projects are reviewed and approved within 24-48 hours. Premium and Premium Plus projects receive priority review. You'll receive an email notification once your project is approved and scheduled. ### What happens after my project launches? Your project stays permanently on Aura++ with its own dedicated page. Backlinks remain active, launch stories stay indexed, and you can track views and engagement. You can relaunch later for another spotlight. ## Launches & Features ### How early can I schedule my project launch? Free and No-Follow users can schedule up to 365 days ahead, Premium users up to 60 days, and Premium Plus users up to 14 days. Premium tiers also skip the free waiting queue. ### What's the difference between Free, No-Follow, Premium, and Premium Plus? Free ($0) includes homepage launch, badge path to Top 3 dofollow, Pinterest, and an optional AI blog. No-Follow ($0) is the same launch experience without a badge requirement, with nofollow listing links. Premium ($17) adds a guaranteed dofollow backlink, Launch Kit, SEO & GEO optimized pages/blog, and social promotion. Premium Plus ($34) adds homepage spotlight and the fastest scheduling window. ### What is the No-Follow launch option? No-Follow is a free launch tier for founders who want homepage visibility without embedding a badge. Listing links stay nofollow by design, and you don't need badge verification on your site. ### What is an AI-powered launch blog post? Every launched project can receive an AI-written launch story published on our launches blog. Premium and Premium Plus posts include dofollow links to your website; Free and No-Follow posts use nofollow on outbound links. ### What is SEO & GEO optimization on Aura++? Premium and Premium Plus project pages and launch blog posts are written and structured for search engines (SEO) and generative/AI answer engines (GEO) — entity-rich copy, clear structure, and indexed pages that help long-tail discovery beyond launch day. ### What is the Launch Kit? Launch Kit gives Premium and Premium Plus founders eight ready-made launch graphics — auto-generated from your project listing. Preview all templates in your dashboard and download high-quality PNGs for X, LinkedIn, and your website. Free launches can see examples before upgrading at /launch-kit. ### Will my project be promoted on social media? Yes. All launches can get Pinterest distribution. Premium and Premium Plus also get promotion on X, LinkedIn, Bluesky, and Facebook so you reach builders beyond the platform itself. ### Can I edit my project after submission? Yes, you can edit your project details anytime through your dashboard. However, if your project is already scheduled for launch, major changes should be made before the launch date for best results. ### What makes Aura++ different from Product Hunt? Aura++ caps daily launches so every project gets homepage visibility, permanent SEO-focused pages, optional Launch Kit graphics, AI launch stories, and explicit premium dofollow backlinks — not just a crowded 24-hour leaderboard. ### Can I launch multiple projects? Absolutely. You can launch as many projects as you want. Each project gets its own dedicated page, badges, and launch day spotlight. ### How do upvotes work? Community members can upvote projects they find interesting. Upvotes help determine daily rankings and which projects appear on trending pages. There's no limit to how many projects a user can upvote. ### Do I need to be present on launch day? Not required, but recommended. Being active to reply to comments and share your launch usually leads to better rankings and more engagement. ## Badges & Backlinks ### How do I earn dofollow backlinks? Premium and Premium Plus include a guaranteed dofollow backlink from our DR 71 domain. Free launches can earn dofollow by ranking Top 3 on launch day and verifying the Aura++ badge on your site. No-Follow launches stay nofollow by design. ### What are Aura++ badges and how do I use them? Badges are embeddable widgets for your website that showcase your Aura++ launch. They display ranking and votes and link back to your project page. Customize them in Studio, then paste the embed code on your site. ### Will my backlinks remain active permanently? Yes. Once your project is launched, your Aura++ backlinks remain permanently active. Premium and Premium Plus dofollow links continue providing SEO value after launch day. ### How does the Hall of Fame work? The Hall of Fame showcases the #1 ranked projects from each day, week, and month. Top rankings earn a permanent spot that provides long-term visibility and credibility. ### Can I verify my backlink? Yes. After you add the Aura++ badge or backlink to your website, our system verifies it automatically. Verified links show a checkmark on your project page. ### What's the difference between dofollow and nofollow backlinks? Dofollow backlinks pass SEO value to your website; nofollow links generally don't. Free Top 3 (with badge) and Premium/Premium Plus get dofollow. No-Follow launches and standard free listing links stay nofollow. ### What is the Claim Dofollow Link tool? Separate from project launches: add your website to your Aura++ founder profile (nofollow by default), then upgrade once for $5 to unlock a dofollow backlink from our DR 71 domain — one link per founder. See /tools/claim-dofollow-link. ### Can I customize my project badge? Yes. Customize appearance, size, and style in our badge studio. We offer compact, detailed, and ranking-specific designs to match your site. ### How does badge verification work? After you add our badge to your website, our system scans your domain to verify it. Once verified, you'll see a checkmark on your project page — typically within a few hours. ### What are the SEO benefits of launching on Aura++? You get backlinks from a DR 71 domain, an indexed launch blog post, Premium SEO & GEO optimized pages, social mentions, and long-tail referral traffic — all of which support stronger search and AI discovery visibility. ## Tools & Ads ### Can I advertise on Aura++? Yes. Book a premium sidebar ad slot for $99/month. Ads appear on the homepage and project pages, and you manage creatives from Ads Dashboard at /dashboard/manage-ads. Learn more at /advertise. ### What is DR Booster? DR Booster is a one-time $99 service that lists your site across our high-authority partner network for permanent backlinks and referral traffic. Details at /dr-booster. ### What is Posting Dude? Posting Dude is our done-for-you content distribution service — manual articles and social posts across the Aura++ network. Plans start at $59/month for founders who want ongoing distribution without doing it themselves. See /distribution/posting-dude. ### What free tools do you offer? Aura++ includes free founder tools: Meta Preview Generator, 10-Second Test, AEO tools, Rank++ for AI visibility, Improve My Domain Rating (Ahrefs DR checker), and Claim Dofollow Link. Browse them all at /tools. ### What is the Discover section? Discover is our directory for Tools, Services, and Affiliate Programs — a place to list or find products beyond a single launch day. Explore /discover/tools, /discover/services, and /discover/affiliate-programs. ### Do you have a partner launch network? Yes. Beyond Aura++, our launch guide covers EarlyHunt, IndieHunt, MakerHunt, and SideHunt as complementary weekly launch platforms. Use Aura++ as your primary SEO and content hub, then amplify on partner sites. ### Where can I compare Aura++ to other platforms? See researched comparisons at /alternatives (Product Hunt, BetaList, Uneed, Fazier, and more) and the broader roundup at /top-startup-launch-platforms. ### Do you have an affiliate program? Yes. You can earn by referring founders to Aura++ through our affiliate program at /affiliate. ### How do I manage my ads? Open Ads Dashboard at /dashboard/manage-ads to book a slot, update your brand name, URL, description, and creatives anytime. ### Can I combine a launch with ads or add-ons? Yes. Many founders launch on Aura++ first, then add DR Booster, Posting Dude, or an ad slot to extend reach. Each product is independent — pick what fits your stage. ## Links - HTML: https://auraplusplus.com/faq - Markdown: https://auraplusplus.com/faq.md - Homepage: https://auraplusplus.com/ _HTML version: https://auraplusplus.com/faq_