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Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
10-11-2006, 05:20 AM
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Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Im helping to build a shopping site, and Im totally new to all this SEO and stuffs, so I had a look around, did some research. I did all that I could (submit to search engine, free directory, etc...), and Im trying to learn more.
I had a look at the "directory" concept, looks like pre-search engine, I actually have never used them (and probably will not). So I wonder if people do use "directory", and is it worth the money to get into those paid directories (such as Yahoo for 300usd/year) ?
Thanks all!
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10-11-2006, 07:26 AM
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Re: Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Name: Jason - Greenlush.com
Location: Bradford, UK
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yes it is
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10-11-2006, 09:08 AM
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Re: Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Posts: 58
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if they have good PR and traffic its worth  .... like aviva or alive maybe |
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10-11-2006, 09:22 AM
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Originally Posted by greenlush
yes it is
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I'm sure you have Yahoo in mind, but Yahoo do not accept all websites, but takes money for review only. And what about other directories which cost 30 - 70 $ a year/lifetime ? What criteria I should check before submitting my website information into such directories ? |
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10-11-2006, 09:24 AM
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Posts: 14
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Originally Posted by Affnice
if they have good PR and traffic its worth .... like aviva or alive maybe |
How can I get correct information about their traffic ? I know one directory which is a subdomain of a forum, so Alexa rank is not the main criteria to know the traffic value. And how could I check traffic in the specific category I wish to submit ? Any ideas ? |
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10-12-2006, 04:02 AM
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Posts: 381
Name: Francis
Location: Singapore
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Alexa ranking is actually not accurate. You should stick to the traffic statistics and maybe Google PR.
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10-21-2006, 06:50 AM
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Name: Terias Fyonn
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Yes, it worth due to gain credibility (both in people and in SE eyes). Except Yahoo there are also other good paid directories, such as Business.com
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10-23-2006, 05:11 AM
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Yes, deffinately worth paying for quality directory listings, I agree, Just make sure the directory has a good reputation, i personally tend to spend money on regional directories.
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10-23-2006, 02:18 PM
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Name: Moe
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Not really, unless you have an 800 number for your website.
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10-25-2006, 08:24 AM
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dmoz,yahoo and microsoft's SBD are the most important
others important are those with high pr
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10-26-2006, 08:20 AM
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Posts: 164
Location: Buzau / Romania
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Well i never bought a listing (couldn't aford to have a budget for this untill now) but yes it makes things move faster in Ranks and PR so if you have the money go for it
There many PR6 PR5 webdirectorys with fees like 10$ so if you search with not a huge budget you can get good and quality links
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10-26-2006, 02:53 PM
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Re: Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Posts: 115
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Some are OK. Submit to the free ones first unless you have alot of money to spare.
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10-27-2006, 07:47 PM
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I've found a useful list with reviews here
http://www.best-web-directories.com/paid-directories.htm
I think it's worth to pay.
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04-18-2008, 02:51 AM
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Posts: 25
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Yes, if the directory is seo friendly, indexed in search engines, got categories to describe your website well, and have some good traffic.
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04-19-2008, 01:08 PM
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Name: Ivan Widjaya
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Yellow 1912,
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is it worth the money to get into those paid directories
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It's well worth it - they are paid for a reason, anyway. Usually, they are characterised by faster link review and a highly promoted directories.
Mainstream directories like DMOZ, Yahoo, BOTW cost a fortune also for a reason - high quality, invaluable, backlink to your site. Better backlink quality, better site strength.
My two coins.
Cheers! |
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04-23-2008, 10:50 AM
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Re: Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Originally Posted by noobpreneur
Yellow 1912,
It's well worth it - they are paid for a reason, anyway. Usually, they are characterised by faster link review and a highly promoted directories.
Mainstream directories like DMOZ, Yahoo, BOTW cost a fortune also for a reason - high quality, invaluable, backlink to your site. Better backlink quality, better site strength.
My two coins.
Cheers!
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I have tried submitting one of my site into Yahoo dir ($300)... and the result wer not much impressive ....
wat do u say abt BOTW ? its asks for around $80 for a yearly listing ... is it worth submitting our site in it ?
Puneet |
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04-23-2008, 01:23 PM
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Re: Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Posts: 17
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Depends on various factors but yes, most of the time it definitely is because of the quality.
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04-23-2008, 03:41 PM
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Re: Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Posts: 43
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The world's biggest companies buy listings in directories all the time.
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04-29-2008, 10:11 AM
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Re: Paid Directory, is it worth paying for?
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Posts: 836
Name: John Lloyd
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I think it is helpful but still stick to those free directory with high PR like dmoz and etc. they are helpful for creating one way link.
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04-30-2008, 05:17 AM
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Posts: 89
Name: Meanne Me
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I'm more prefer in free directories...
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