What is a directory?
A directory, often also a link directory, online directory, or web directory, is a cataloged list of links on the Internet. It is created manually. The links contain descriptions and are usually sub-categorized alphabetically. A directory often provides many site users an efficient alternative to the search engine option.
What are the advantages of a directory for users?
The directory enables the user to search more quickly within various websites. The list of results will not only be more compact but will also contain higher-quality websites.
What advantages does a directory have for the website?
The most significant advantage for the website to be included in a directory is the increase in its link popularity, i.e., the popularity of its website, which at the same time leads to a better PageRank. This means that the quality of the website is rated better, given the existing link structure. In addition, by including the website in a directory, one can hope for more visitors and, thus, more significant visitors. In some cases, it is desirable to include backlinks to the directory on the website itself.
How can a website be included in a directory?
A website must undergo a detailed evaluation to be included in a directory. This is not automated but is initiated manually by an editor.
What types of directories are there?
Directories can operate on a national or international level. Also, they can be either free or paid. Regarding content, some directories deal with different aspects of a topic, and general directories deal with several topics from A-Z.
