Featured Link Rant

Discussion in 'Directories' started by DeluxeEdition, Dec 21, 2006.

  1. #1
    <rant>
    I just got done buying a featured link from one of our DP members directories and it once again brought to light one of my pet peeves when it comes to directories.

    What do I get for buying a featured link?

    I just really wish more directories would specify what you get for a featured link - Life Time, 1 Year, 5 Years and will it be placed in the main category even if your site just falls in the a sub-category or is it featured for that sub-category only.

    I know I would buy a lot more featured links if I just knew what I was getting and I'm sure there are others out there like me.

    Maybe something all those directory owners out there should take into consideration.
    </rant>
     
    DeluxeEdition, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  2. Rod_Purnell

    Rod_Purnell Peon

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    #2
    I can certainly appreciate what you are saying. While I am quite sure you searched for this directories terms of service based on your post, there are many who do not bother.

    For those who don't... Always read a directories terms before buying a link to be sure you know what you are getting. If you still aren't clear, email the editor.
     
    Rod_Purnell, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  3. an0n

    an0n Prominent Member

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    #3
    Well DeluxeEdition, you definately have a legitimate beef with your rant. It would be nice to see the owners step up and conform to your request.rant, as it would be a benefit to us all in the long run.
     
    an0n, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  4. ! Ask !

    ! Ask ! Peon

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    This a really good point, I have been thinking of adding some text to the submit page of Ask Directory that explains what you get with the featured link.
    As a costumer you can give me some feddback of what you think.

    Featured listings $50/year
    - Get top position on the category
    - Get site wide rotating small banner or text link.
    - Top placemen on directory searches

    Regular listings $30/permanent
    - Regular listing below featured listings

    Included in all listings Regular and Featured
    - Custom made unique description
    - 1 Keyword rich anchor text inserted on descriptions

    Detail page extras (+$30 / 5 deep links) (+$40 / 10 deep links)
    (can be added to featured or regular listings)
    - Original custom made 500 words minimum article about the listed site
    - Keyword rich links inserted on article example
    - Option to include 5 or 10 deep links to the listed site

    tell me as a client what you think detailed enough?, informative?
     
    ! Ask !, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  5. DeluxeEdition

    DeluxeEdition Active Member

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    ! Ask ! - That's exactly what I'm talking about!

    See Just reading your example I'm thinking well 30 for a permanent link then only another 30 to get an article with links in it. That may be worth it. Depends on PR and Page Strength Blah blah blah ... you get the point.

    But just like that I'm thinking of dropping $60 where before I was just coming in for a free link. I imagine that $60 is more than a few clicks on ads for most directories.

    * I'll take my free one now for helping with the idea :)
     
    DeluxeEdition, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  6. onlinedude

    onlinedude Peon

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    #6
    From http://www.avivadirectory.com/submit.php

    Featured Links:
    These links are displayed at the top of the specified directory category with the heading of "Featured Links". These are the only links that permit use of anchor text in the title - for other types of links, the title must be the official website name. In addition, you receive 5 additional links on your listings page. The listing is permanent.

    Regular Links:
    These are the regular listings in the directory. Title must be the official website name. In addition, you receive 3 additional links on your listings page. The listing is permanent.
     
    onlinedude, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  7. ! Ask !

    ! Ask ! Peon

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    ok, tell me what you think Submit Page
     
    ! Ask !, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  8. onlinedude

    onlinedude Peon

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    #8
    Very clear and comprehensive. You may also want to include what an appropriate title is and that the content should be unique.
     
    onlinedude, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  9. DeluxeEdition

    DeluxeEdition Active Member

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    #9
    Onlinedude I like yours too -

    ! Ask ! - Where would you select the description page option, am I missing it?

    What about like this, where the description is by the selection:

    Featured links (Year Payment)
    Featured listings $50/year
    • Get top position on the category
    • Get site wide rotating small banner or text link
    • Top placement on directory searches

    Regular listings $30/permanent
    • Regular listing below featured listings



    Included in all listings Regular and Featured
    • Custom made unique description (CopyScape tested)
    • 1 Keyword rich anchor text inserted on descriptions
    • 1 Link on detail page with the official name of the site or company

    Detail page extras (one time fee / can be added to featured or regular listings)
    Listing price +$30 / 5 deep links
    Listing price +$40 / 10 deep links
    • Original custom made 500 words minimum article about the listed site
    • Keyword rich links inserted on article EXAMPLE 1, EXAMPLE 2
    • Option to include 5 or 10 deep links to the listed site
    • 1 to 4 Authoritative links for improved co-citation

    Listing requirements:

    • No adult sites or adult related content.
    • MFA ("Made for Adsense") or other scraper sites are strictly prohibited.
    • No illegal sites containing violence, fraud, child pornography, racism, or vulgarity.
    • Sites that promote Gambling or Gambling related activity are strictly prohibited.
    • No special offers text or any description that promotes discounts or offers is allowed.
    • All submissions are non-refundable once listed.
     
    DeluxeEdition, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  10. ! Ask !

    ! Ask ! Peon

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    I really don’t care people submit normally as they do on other directories, with title description staffed with keywords and then I change it putting the keywords inside the description.

    I am also the one that does the unique content, so people just submit the same description they have submitted to 269 other directories.
     
    ! Ask !, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  11. smub

    smub Notable Member

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    #11
    www.ewebdirectory.net

    Christmas special

    $3 / featured link (One time pay)

    You'll get the featured link in the category of your choice, all featured links are sorted by PR in descending order.

    All featured link shows in the top of all the links in a box.

    I hope i cleared myself. Thanks for letting me knowk i'll as a matter of fact add these details on my submit page now.
     
    smub, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  12. Blogmaster

    Blogmaster Blood Type Dating Affiliate Manager

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    #12
    I place featured listings in the most appropriate categories of www.frogengine.com/search
    If I need to build a new subcategory, I still place it in the main category, since I don´t want people placed on brandnew pages.

    A lot of members here are using php link directory, and that script doesn´t automatically specify the length of time that the paid listing includes.



    - Mike Dammann
     
    Blogmaster, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  13. an0n

    an0n Prominent Member

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    #13
    DeluxeEdition, I sent you a PM rather than an advertisement in here. Hopefully you can give me some feedback.

    thx,
    rob
     
    an0n, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  14. stock_post

    stock_post Prominent Member

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  15. an0n

    an0n Prominent Member

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    #15
    Thanks for your feedback. Good to see you found everything was intact and what you look for. I value alternative opinions because obviously no two people see things the same ;)

    Rob
     
    an0n, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  16. Freewebspace

    Freewebspace Notable Member

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    #16
    here are my sites

    www.jeffbrowninc.com a PR5 paid directory

    featured links $15 (permanent)

    and also regular links $1.5 (permanent)

    www.freewebportland.com

    regular links $1 (permanent)
    featured links are $3 (permanent)
     
    Freewebspace, Dec 21, 2006 IP
  17. pctec

    pctec Well-Known Member

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    If it doesnt say exactly how long a featured link is, I ask via pm.
     
    pctec, Dec 22, 2006 IP
  18. Seiya

    Seiya Peon

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    U know everybodys DP name? :p
     
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  19. onlinedude

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  20. an0n

    an0n Prominent Member

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    #20
    Sorry, no records found that match your keyword(s): "onlinedude"

    Suggestions:

    * Make sure all words are spelled correctly.
    * Try different keywords.
    * Try more general keywords.


    hehe gave me a chuckle. :p
     
    an0n, Dec 22, 2006 IP