i am about to launch my directory >> paidwebdirectory.com but im confused if i should keep featured links or only all normal links
domain name paidwebdirectory.com means to me a directory which is paid.. If the site is new I would recommend you keep paid listings on hold for few months (until you get a decent PR + indexed pages) later its all your decision (like rest of webmasters do)
i jus need option to keep featured links or not, coz this directory is gona be paid only, no need for pr if promotion is enough tht will come on its own
I'd recommend that you allow a featured option. Doesn't cost you anything extra and in competitive industries you'll get a few featured submissions.
I disagree, you should make it paid right away why? cause if you allow it free you will get bombarded with submissions, like 50 a day so you will have to waist your time going threw submissions and not eaern any money for it. More importantlyt if you start it as a free dirand then make it paid, your categories will become crowded which will drive away future customers. The only links that should be free are links you add yourself that are top quaity sites. Make sure you promote your directory well ($$$), good luck
hey ive kept it paid from day one, only issue was of featured links which appear on top of the normal listings, weather to keep them or not and finally i have decided will keep them