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Are Directory Sites Still Profitable?

Discussion in 'Directories' started by jerytohn, Mar 4, 2017.

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  1. usasportstraining

    usasportstraining Notable Member

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    #21
    No, don't waste your time. Google specifically has said that directories are mostly not worth it. Even the venerable DMOZ is no more.
     
    usasportstraining, Feb 11, 2018 IP
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    shevek Peon

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    I wonder myself would they improve my SEO
     
    shevek, Mar 15, 2018 IP
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    arnold2001 Active Member

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    I know of several very profitable directories, but they have evolved into very sophisticated directories with ratings, background information, and other seemingly important facts that are manipulated. One most of us are familiar with is Yelp, but there are many others. There is no room for the little guy, though.
     
    arnold2001, Mar 21, 2018 IP
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    phplduser Member

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    #24
    I remember the good old days when web directories were buzzing, It was fun, Times change but i still think it was unfair for directories to be hit as hard as they we're with updates, Many search engines have evolved now with their own advertising platforms for revenue, The directory industry was big business and now that business is a shell of it's former self.

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    phplduser, May 11, 2018 IP
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    cloudcone Member Premium Member

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    Hi,
    You can drive general traffic to your site with directory websites but unfortunately, it is not profitable since you cannot focus on a targeted audience.
     
    cloudcone, Jul 30, 2018 IP
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    zCodeSystem Greenhorn

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    Do they still improve your rankings?
     
    zCodeSystem, Nov 24, 2018 IP
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