What are the options I have for scripts to use? I'd like a free script and what should I do to promote the directory? Thanks!
The most popular is phpld but there is only limited support for the free version. I have installed phplynx but haven't started kicking tyres yet. To promote it you have to spend a lot of time on these sort of forums. We have a list we offer to buyers and we can add you if you like.
We look for web masters who are link building, who are looking for sites that offer them long term value and we give them a list of the directory owners we work with. Once the links have been accepted we offer a replacement guarantee should your site be sold and the links removed, for example. We have enough participating members to absorb any attrition and it just tells the contributors that they are not wasting their time and gives them a liitle more confidence.
if you are serious about running a directory then go for a good paid script as imo these offer better quality sites for you and your customers
Try the free version of phplynx. Its supposed to be good and I for one would like to hear how it goes. I work with phpld and it serves me well but there are a few quetions I have that are stopping me from going with their licenced package.
your answer is at the sticky thread on this forum but i think it's not the right time of starting a new directory for these days