Category for free directories added to Index-it.net

I have finally added a category for free directories. The reason I never had one before is because alot of free directories turned paid. But I guess I will just have to keep an eye on things.

Be the first to list your site under Free Directories at index-it.net

 

oh I thought that we could submit our free directories for free anyway congrats on adding the category

 

I find that these listings need a bit more attention than those in other categories. Quite a few directories have switched to a paid/reciprocal model shortly after launch.

 

Absolutely right. I think it best to create a free/paid section that you monitor. This way it cuts out the truly free onles like dmoz and whatnot that are strictly free or nonprofit/etc.

 

What are you going to do with those directories submitted to free directories category and finally turn into paid directories?

 

I decided the best thing to do for now is make a note to the viewer stating that:

"Note: Alot of directories that are free tend to turn to paid over time. Some of the listings here may no longer be a free directory, in either case index-it.net highly recommendeds that you visit the directories listed below."

I also added a note on the free-directories submit page that states:

"In the event that your free directory turns to a paid directory your listing will be moved below the directories that still offer free submissions. This is done for the benifit of users."

I think this is a fair way to do things, what do you guys think?

 

I'd move the listing to a category better suited to paid directories.

 

So do you think I should say that if their directory turns paid that it will be moved to the paid directory category?

 

Sure. It's no longer a free directory and wouldn't it be better suited in the paid directories category?

We're slowly moving them as I'm trying to maintain relevance for our Free Directories category. There's quite a bit more to do as it's presently one of our worst categories (past editor) and I've also set to inactive a couple of listings with very large pending queues and no new sites added since September.

 

Point taken, I have made these changes in the notes. Thanks.

 

As a paid directory only, you will not have a loot of submissions on the Free directory category, so it’s fast to visit and see if they are still free, if not just change it to paid.

 

How about featured link?