Proper Category for Submission

Discussion in 'Directories' started by MrStitch, Jun 18, 2007.

  1. #1
    I've got a few sites, most of which are themed shopping sites (products from a specific market niche).

    I would think that the retail sites would go under 'shopping'. However, these sites would fit better under 'recreation'. But when a directory owner has a section for 'shopping', this leads me to believe that the sites under 'recreation' are suppose to be information only.

    But since my sites are very specific to a market, it would seem odd listing my site with all the other 'Buy Gifts Online' type of sites.

    What category should I list my site under with the best chances of getting approved?
     
    MrStitch, Jun 18, 2007 IP
  2. Velocity

    Velocity Well-Known Member

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    There is usually a "recreation" subcategory, if directory has "shopping" top category. So, in my opinion, that would be the best category to submit to.
     
    Velocity, Jun 18, 2007 IP
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    britishguy Prominent Member

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    Most Directories if your site meets the guidelines will move you to a suitable category in the event of category selection being in-correct

    We would anyway and if you want we will set up categories especially for you if you have a few to submit

    Forplex Business Directory
    http://www.forplex.com/submit.php
    If we don't have what you need please send PM
    Thanks for your consideration:)
     
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  4. an0n

    an0n Prominent Member

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    Directory Dump » Shopping » General Merchandise
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Online » General Merchandise
     
    an0n, Jun 18, 2007 IP
  5. Obelia

    Obelia Notable Member

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    Business > Retail

    And, where appropriate:

    Business > Retail > Toys
    Business > Retail > Home
    Business > Retail > Books
     
    Obelia, Jun 18, 2007 IP
  6. MeetHere

    MeetHere Prominent Member

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    Most of the directories have "shopping" as a top category where you will be allowed to get Featured link only..

    So better select the appropriate sub-category in shopping or business category.
    BQTM Gifts
     
    MeetHere, Jun 18, 2007 IP
  7. MrStitch

    MrStitch Peon

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    K, so it looks like the general census is to completely ignore the 'recreation' category, and look for the shopping/business categories.

    Thanks
     
    MrStitch, Jun 18, 2007 IP
  8. weblaunch

    weblaunch Well-Known Member

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    Many directories will accept a shopping site in the "recreation" cat, but understandably, the acceptance rate will be lower than if you'd submit it in one of the shopping subcats.
     
    weblaunch, Jun 18, 2007 IP
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    Agent47 Well-Known Member

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    I think if your site meets the inclusion criteria you will find your site moved to where appropriate even if submitted to a slightly off topic category.

    Shopping > Major Retailers
    Business > Retail Equipment
     
    Agent47, Jun 19, 2007 IP
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    Fastian Peon

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    As Velocity said, many directories with "Shopping" top category will have "Recreation" as sub category.

    You are more than welcome to submit here Shopping->Recreation

    If you plan to submit 5 or more sites, PM me for discount. :)
     
    Fastian, Jun 19, 2007 IP
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  11. an0n

    an0n Prominent Member

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    To add to the list...


    Directory Dump » Business & Industry » Business To Business » Gifts & Occasions
    Directory Dump » Business & Industry » Consumer Goods » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Business & Industry » Consumer Services » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Computers » Shopping » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Computers » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Food » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Gifts » Gag Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Major Retailers » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Online » Gifts
     
    an0n, Jun 19, 2007 IP
  12. an0n

    an0n Prominent Member

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    To add to the list...


    Directory Dump » Business & Industry » Business To Business » Gifts & Occasions
    Directory Dump » Business & Industry » Consumer Goods » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Business & Industry » Consumer Services » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Computers » Shopping » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Computers » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Food » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Gifts » Gag Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Major Retailers » Gifts
    Directory Dump » Shopping » Online » Gifts


    just in case
    might be an overstatement.
     
    an0n, Jun 19, 2007 IP
  13. MrStitch

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    Here's another one.... Didn't feel I should be starting a new thread.

    One of our sites is for the actual manufacturer of products. The site in question does NOT sell anything. The customer base gets a printed catalog and faxes/emails/phones in the orders. Always wholesale and in bulk quantity.

    I figured that the site doesn't go under shopping, because it's primarily a B2B. But the best category would be under manufacturing. A lot of directories don't cater to this.

    If they don't, where would be the best place to put it?

    B2B?
    Wholesale/Trade?
    International (we deal over seas too)?
     
    MrStitch, Jun 19, 2007 IP
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    Richie_Ni Illustrious Member

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    Lively Directory » Business » Trade
     
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  15. Obelia

    Obelia Notable Member

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    Sometimes the best thing to do is to suggest a category. Some directories will allow you to submit notes along with your website, so you can suggest a category that would suit you better.

    You might also consider:
    Business > Industry
    Business > Wholesale
     
    Obelia, Jun 20, 2007 IP