Pingsold
Find startups ranked by verified traffic.
About Pingsold
Pingsold is a web‑based startup directory that ranks startups by verified visitor traffic read directly from their own analytics. Founders connect Google Analytics, Plausible, Fathom, PostHog or DataFast with read‑only access, the platform syncs the data daily, verifies domain ownership, and displays the verified visitor count on public profile pages and leaderboards. The service offers free listings and optional paid options to accelerate publishing, feature listings, or sponsor slots. By using only read‑only analytics data, Pingsold provides an unbiased, merit‑based ranking without relying on self‑reported numbers.
Pingsold is a web‑based startup directory that ranks startups by verified visitor traffic read directly from their own analytics. Founders connect Google Analytics, Plausible, Fathom, PostHog or DataFast with read‑only access, the platform syncs the data daily, verifies domain ownership, and displays the verified visitor count on public profile pages and leaderboards. The service offers free listings and optional paid options to accelerate publishing, feature listings, or sponsor slots. By using only read‑only analytics data, Pingsold provides an unbiased merit‑based ranking without self‑reported numbers.
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Overview
Who is it for?
Founders
Features
- Verified traffic ranking – shows startups ordered by verified visitor counts
- Read‑only access to analytics – connects without write permissions
- Daily sync – updates traffic numbers each day
- No self‑reported numbers – rankings rely on actual analytics data
- No screenshots – verification uses direct data
- Verified visitor count – displays aggregate visitor totals
Use cases
- Market Research
- Compare your startup’s traffic against peers using verified visitor counts
- Show investors a trustworthy traffic ranking without self‑reported metrics
- Identify fast‑growing startups by daily‑synced traffic data
- Feature your startup for increased visibility via paid listings
- You can compare traffic with peers, demonstrate growth to investors, track fast‑growing startups, and gain extra visibility through paid listings or sponsorships.
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WEBVOGUE Technologies
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Comparisons
Unlike directories that rely on self‑reported traffic, Pingsold uses read‑only analytics data
Payment does not affect ranking, paid options only affect visibility
Integrations
Google Analytics (GA4) read‑only
Plausible read‑only API
Fathom read‑only API
PostHog read‑only API
Pros
Provides unbiased ranking based on actual traffic
Read‑only connections protect data privacy
Daily updates keep rankings current
Free listing option lowers entry barrier
Paid options accelerate publishing and increase visibility
Domain verification ensures traffic belongs to listed site
Limitations
Not for users who cannot provide read‑only access to supported analytics tools
What is Pingsold?
Pingsold is a web‑based directory that ranks startups by traffic verified directly from their own analytics platforms.
What are its key features?
It offers verified traffic ranking, read‑only analytics connections, daily data sync, no self‑reported numbers, no screenshots, and displays verified visitor counts.
How does it compare to alternatives?
Unlike directories that accept self‑reported numbers, Pingsold uses read‑only analytics data, and its paid options never influence ranking positions.
What integrations and ecosystem support does it offer?
It integrates with Google Analytics (GA4), Plausible, Fathom, and PostHog via read‑only access, DataFast is also supported.
What are its pros?
It provides unbiased rankings, protects data privacy, updates daily, offers a free listing tier, and includes paid options for faster publishing and featured placement.
Limitations
Not for users who cannot provide read‑only access to supported analytics tools
Alternatives
FAQ about Pingsold
How often is traffic data refreshed?
Traffic numbers are synced from the connected analytics tool once per day and leaderboards are recomputed daily.
Can founders edit their traffic numbers?
No, founders only grant read‑only access and cannot type in or modify the traffic figures.
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