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Do mysql category dumps decrease pagerank?

Discussion in 'Directories' started by math20, Sep 1, 2007.

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    How much will a directory's pagerank be penalized for using common category dumps?

    Also, how does the use of those mysql backups affect your decision to purchase a directory?

    Thanks in advance!
     
    math20, Sep 1, 2007 IP
  2. coolsitez

    coolsitez Well-Known Member

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    There is a possibility that G may penalize those similar directories in the future, even to their PR.

    But I doubt they penalize a directory for that reason only.

    I would suggest though that you should make your directory as unique as possible. That's what G wants anyway. It's not really a duplicate content issue, but it sort of relates to that I guess.
     
    coolsitez, Sep 1, 2007 IP
  3. mikey1090

    mikey1090 Moderator Staff

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    it wont affect PR. It may affect submissions.
     
    mikey1090, Sep 1, 2007 IP
  4. Fastian

    Fastian Peon

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    Not everything is about PR ;)

    It just shows submitter how much effort you have done ... :p

    You should use category structure that "You" think is best for your directory. Having a better category structure with unique touch is always a big +.
     
    Fastian, Sep 1, 2007 IP
  5. bfarrell

    bfarrell Guest

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    A cat dump should only be to seed your directory. As submits come in, add new cats to expand and tailor your directory to your needs.
     
    bfarrell, Sep 1, 2007 IP