Paid directories and response to propound

Discussion in 'Directories' started by alistair80, Jan 26, 2010.

0
  1. #1
    Fellow directory owners,

    It's well known that most good directories contain editorial listings aside from paid submissions. But if someone contacts you asking if you could list a site because he doesnt have a budget for SEO or directory inclusion, would you do it for content-rich sites with a couple of adsense blocks? (Granted some do make money from AdSense;))

    I am convinced it should depend on the site in question but in general, would you accept such request, reject it, ask for partial payment or keep it aside for future consideration?

    Feedbacks appreciated
     
    alistair80, Jan 26, 2010 IP
    jhnrang likes this.
  2. CReed

    CReed Prominent Member

    Messages:
    3,969
    Likes Received:
    595
    Best Answers:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    310
    #2
    Would listing it add value to your directory? If so, it might be worth considering.

    You could also offer a trial period if you prefer to not list it permanently.

    I will not consider a commercial site or one whose purpose is to generate revenue for the site owner. If they're in it for the buck then they can pay the current fee as others do.
     
    CReed, Jan 26, 2010 IP
  3. alistair80

    alistair80 Well-Known Member

    Messages:
    1,868
    Likes Received:
    59
    Best Answers:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    185
    #3
    Totally agree with you. But, should AdSense or other forms of 'ad-serving' apps or banner ads be considered "in it for the buck"?
     
    alistair80, Jan 26, 2010 IP
  4. swedal

    swedal Notable Member

    Messages:
    3,767
    Likes Received:
    426
    Best Answers:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    230
    #4
    Adsense is there to pull revenue so yes - that is a revenue generating site not an altruistic one.

    I do consider free submits for non-profits, charities and govt type sites which is right on the submit page. However they must be legitimate.
     
    swedal, Jan 27, 2010 IP
  5. jhnrang

    jhnrang Notable Member

    Messages:
    4,107
    Likes Received:
    436
    Best Answers:
    0
    Trophy Points:
    225
    #5
    I personally list quality sites myself on categories. But if someone really submit an NGO/ or 80% non-commercial like www.linux.org -- I don't hesitate to list them for FREE.:)
     
    jhnrang, Jan 28, 2010 IP
  6. YMC

    YMC Well-Known Member

    Messages:
    2,787
    Likes Received:
    404
    Best Answers:
    4
    Trophy Points:
    190
    #6
    I think it's a bad precedent to set. Oh just email XYZ directory, tell them you have no money and they'll list you for free.

    The no money excuse is the same one so many Adsense kings use to not pay for writers. Why is it your fault their site is either not making money yet or doesn't make enough?

    As far as whether or not a site with Adsense is commercial or altruistic, if the site is not specifically selling an e-book or other product(s), I see it as "informational" - not truly commercial, not fully altruistic. When the content is of good quality and is worth reading, I tend to treat it as non-commercial.
     
    YMC, Jan 28, 2010 IP