What is the best script for a classifieds site?

Discussion in 'Scripts' started by Torsten, Jan 11, 2011.

  1. #1
    I would like to establish a classifieds web site and still have to decide on what script I should use.
    I will need a control panel for the administrator, an option for unregistered users (simple submission) and one for approved registered users, which should include a control panel, too.
    There should be several categories with sub-categories, which administrator can manage. The administrator should also be able to manage the users and postings of ads.
    Simple ads should be accessible for unapproved users and registered users should have some advanced features.
    I consider having several product types. I.e cars, properties, furniture etc. And I still need to decide, whether I'm not going to focus on a niche.
    I.e. If an add is place product type should be chosen and then applicable fields like:
    * manufacturer / Brand
    * model / make
    * year built
    * price
    * contact details of seller
    and more should be filled in.
    Posting an add should create a page with an SEF url. And a listing link should be placed under the applicaple category + link feed.

    What scripts of that kind are on the market? Does anyone have experience and is willing to share it?
     
    Torsten, Jan 11, 2011 IP
  2. Torsten

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    C'mon people there should be that kind of software available and I am sure some of you guys do have experience with that.
     
    Torsten, Jan 12, 2011 IP
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    rashida Active Member

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    Hi, I would suggest AJ Classifieds Scripts which is the best to create your classifieds site.With the AJ Classifieds ME scripts software package you can also run separate classifieds for real estate, automobiles, for sale, jobs, personals and services .
     
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  4. Torsten

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    Does it make SEF-urls? And does it allow for the integration of adsense and affilliate marketing? I will have a look at it.
     
    Torsten, Jan 13, 2011 IP
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  6. Torsten

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    Interesting is that a theme or plugin that one can use? Do you perhaps have a site using it?

    Can it do all of the following:

    The Script should be able to accomodate the following.
    * Insert logo, title text, coloring
    * layout with different fields that can be changed, different themes/skins are an advantage
    * custom pages
    * free users, paying users (with time limits), administrators
    * Free user panel, extended paid user panel, admin panel.
    * Different ad posts with text only and those that can integrate hyperlinks (do follow / nofollow).
    * Ads where pictures can be uploaded.
    * Product categories, sub categories, countries and towns.
    * Listing links with title as anchor text under subcategories. Newest First.
    * Category specific sets of fields.
    i.e for simple goods:
    [item name, description, price, contact details]
    i.e. for cars:
    [make, model, year built, kilometers, price, description, contact details]
    * Elaborate Search function.
    * Search engine friendly urls established for products and categories: www.classifiedsdomain.com/category/subcategory/title.html
    * Integrate adsense, additional scripts and affiliate marketing, google-analytics (perhaps that should be done open source)
    * Have RSS feeds for new posts, per category, town, etc.
    * Be able to integrate widgets with rss feeds and other scripts.
     
    Torsten, Jan 17, 2011 IP
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    1. ikiclassifieds.com - Iam using the script on branches.in
    2. CLscript.com - Seems to be a new Classfieds Script.

    Good Luck
     
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  8. Torsten

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    Thanks, that looks interesting.
    Do you generate a good adsense income from this?
     
    Torsten, Jan 17, 2011 IP
  9. joshuthomas

    joshuthomas Well-Known Member

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    Hey Torsten,

    There are a lot of classifeds ads script that are available for free and also paid versions on the web. The most famous and the best i have used are:

    1. Noahs classifieds
    2. AJ Classifieds.
    3. Classipress

    I strongly recommend you using wordpress and converting it to a classified website as wordpress itself is a good framework that goes well with Search Engines.
    If you want a detailed list of best classifieds ads scripts on the web, you could check a great comparison and review here

    Kindly let me know if you want to know more about any scripts or setup, i would be happy to help you.

    cheers
    Josh
     
    joshuthomas, Jan 22, 2011 IP
  10. Torsten

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    Thanks Josh, I started communicating with some providers and I'm looking into their feedback now. I have some wordpress blogs, which I'm using for product advertizings, perhaps something to extend with an option for advertizer to submit products themselves? One consideration is drawing up ONE big classifieds site with a high quality software. Additionally I could add classipress to my other blog sites to allow for advertizing there as well.
     
    Torsten, Jan 22, 2011 IP
  11. joshuthomas

    joshuthomas Well-Known Member

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    You are welcome Torsten,
    Yeah some of these softwares allow advertisers to advertise on their own, in addition you could also charge for posting ads like classipress has the option to enable payments. All the best for your ventures!

    cheers
    Josh
     
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  13. Torsten

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    Thanks, I'm working on SEO software right now. Will have to look at the classifieds scripts later.

    That's an ad site, not a script site. Do you know were I could get that script?
     
    Torsten, Feb 24, 2011 IP
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    Obviously, AJ Classifieds script is the best on the net now... Try it out.
     
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    well i think you should ask these questions from Appthemes here http://forums.appthemes.com/pre-sales-questions/
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  16. Torsten

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    Any examples and experiences for this?
     
    Torsten, Sep 23, 2011 IP
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    Noah's classified are the best..
     
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  18. Torsten

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    And where would I find those? As long as it's not on the ark :)
     
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    I am also looking for a classified script. did u manage to get a good one? i need a script that offers premium stores or storefronts. I want to offer free listings and charge for storefronts.
     
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  20. Torsten

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    Not yet, there were good once , but I haven't decided yet.
     
    Torsten, Oct 9, 2011 IP