Every so often I see people discussing whether or not it is still worth getting listed in a web directory. I usually see the idea shot down as being ineffective and not worth the few minutes of time it takes to get a listing. I disagree with that stance. Directory listings are still beneficial. I get actual visits from directory listings on a daily basis. That in itself is a worthy use of my time to get the listing. But it is still helpful from an SEO point of view as well. A clean link from a relevant directory page that has been cached is still going to add to your site's ranking. Maybe not a lot...but some. And it's a great way to kickstart a new site. As with all things, don't rely on just directory listings. But don't ignore them either. It's one of the easiest ways to get a link that there is.

About the Author: Donna Fontenot

Donna Fontenot, aka DazzlinDonna, is an Internet Entrepreneur and SEO, who has long utilized search engine optimization and affiliate marketing to create a successful online business. Her goal as an ebusiness coach is to help others make a living online from the comfort of their homes (and in their pajamas). Her motto is "You'll never shine if you don't glow."

5 Comments

  1. Richard Curry January 25, 2007 at 10:00 am

    Other than the one directory linked are there others that you recommend (maybe a list somewhere?) for someone new to SEO or is using one of the directory submission tools, found through your search, the easiest route to take?

    Thanks
    Richard

  2. Orange Soda January 25, 2007 at 10:51 am

    Nice post. I agree on all points.

    Richard,
    http://info.vilesilencer.com/ is a great resource for finding free directories.

    http://www.FreeAdvertisingDirectory is a good one as well.

  3. everett January 25, 2007 at 11:42 am

    Donna, you naughty girl. Who’s directory is that, which you are writing a short blog entry for the sole purpose of passing on link popularity from a well-anchored phrase? LOL, I do the same thing…

  4. DazzlinDonna January 25, 2007 at 11:46 am

    Honestly, Everett, I have no idea whose directory that is. No one that I know (as far as I know), and certainly not mine. Just one I happen to like. 🙂

  5. Jeff January 26, 2007 at 12:22 am

    Hi Donna, Thanks for your kind words about, and support for, my directory!

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