BOTW.org 50% Off Listings
-
Directories are no longer as effective anymore but I still think this is a good deal especially for a lifetime link at 50% off.
This is good for those that were contemplating this but did not want to spend $300.
Hope this helps anyone that was interested previously.
"Sneak Peek: BOTW’s Biggest Sale of the Year!
Save** 50%** on all BOTW submissions on Cyber Monday.
Promo Code: CYBER50
valid Monday November 26, 2012A directory listing in Best of the Web is a vote of confidence for your business website. On Cyber Monday, submit an annually-recurring directory listing for only $75 a year (reg $149.95), or a Lifetime listing for a one-time fee of $150(reg $299.95). "
-
Pretty sure all directories look like they were created in 1973.
-
My suggestion based on a $300 budget would be to run a promo/contest where the client gives away something valued at $300 to the respondents. This has a better chance of going viral , generating buzz and quality backlinks as opposed to the directory route.
-
Certainly, I'm sure that's all it looks like - because that's, basically, all it is.
It was once, however, considered (even in knowledgeable SEO circles) to be a strong inbound link - indeed, one of the few directories that used to be considered worthy of the review fee (just like similarly priced Yahoo).
That's why it will still generate discussion (rather than outright derision) occasionally, and why I am playing devils advocate to some degree to spur that discussion.
Because of its history, I find it highly unlikely a link from BOTW would ever hurt a site.
-
My instant reaction to looking at that website is that it's a very poor quality directory site.
It looks like a paid directory and a low quality one.
I struggle to understand why people chose to pay for these. They hold no weight anymore.
-
I am amazed that BOTW is still milking that site. This will not help you one bit but shouldn't hurt either, I can almost guarantee you Google has BOTW listed as a site to not pass PR from and that they are just a neutered site for SEO.Not a bad neighborhood but also not beneficial for SEO.
-
So you don't think BOTW falls more into the realms of human-curated lists, than paid-for-PR directories?
(not saying I stand either side of the fence, genuinely interested to know how people feel)
-
What a waste of money. Avoid.
A lifetime link? You'll maybe soon have to pay extra money to get the link back off of that site.
This type of directory is no longer effective at all. I would highly suggest keeping your money.
-
Got a burning SEO question?
Subscribe to Moz Pro to gain full access to Q&A, answer questions, and ask your own.
Browse Questions
Explore more categories
-
Moz Tools
Chat with the community about the Moz tools.
-
SEO Tactics
Discuss the SEO process with fellow marketers
-
Community
Discuss industry events, jobs, and news!
-
Digital Marketing
Chat about tactics outside of SEO
-
Research & Trends
Dive into research and trends in the search industry.
-
Support
Connect on product support and feature requests.
Related Questions
-
Directory listings for a new site and it's implications on SEO
Hi all, In classic newb style I have submitted my new site to several uk directory listings after seeing these listings used by competitors, both local and national. I chose ones with a low-spam score as shown on the Moz site explorer. Now my domain score has jumped up several places over a few days, as has my search position, but will these listings "hurt" in the future? I fully intend on chasing and gaining non-quick'n'easy links in the future for he record. Many thanks!
Link Building | | UkPod0 -
Does anyone have a list of bad site's. I should not be on or submit to?
My Gatlinburg Cabin Rental site is losing ranking on the keyword "gatlinburg cabins" I was wondering if anyone had a list of site's it should not be linked on so I can demote them.
Link Building | | GatlinburgMan0 -
Optimizing YP.com and Yelp listings for local business
I have a fairly new business and I have been citation building over the past year. I noticed that when I perform a search for my keyword and city that YP.com and Yelp show up high on Google SERPS. I have a listing on both of these directories but my listing is unfortunately buried. I have optimized my listings on these sites to the best of my ability. I have not upgraded to paid advertising on either. It's expensive and I here mixed reviews on the ROI. I will list both profiles: http://www.yelp.com/biz/care-wellness-center-margate | http://www.yellowpages.com/margate-fl/mip/care-wellness-center-465315829 | Can anyone offer any advice on optimizing or boosting these listings so I turn up in the first 3-5 instead of 20 or lower? Thank you Robert Herbst
Link Building | | TheAcupuncturist0 -
Which are the best directory submission sites: UBL.org, localeeze.com, web-listings.net, other?
Manual sumbissions are a PAIN IN THE B, why good directory submission management sites are great. However, which ones are the best ones?
Link Building | | yvonneq0 -
List of High Ranking Directories
Hi, Does anyone have a list of high ranking free or almost free directories that have high search engine rankings and have an opportunity for a link or links for a personal development site in the USA? The directories should have the following qualities: Old Site Age A lot of unique content (or as much as a directory can have) A clean site Plenty of Backlinks going to it Facebook followers (if possible, though this might be stretching it) high search engine rankings I think you get the general idea. I'm looking for directories that are high ranking and in for the long haul. They don't have to be free, but it's best if it's inexpensive. Thanks!
Link Building | | BobGW0 -
Any one have a list of directories still good idea to submit too
I have a client who's competition is in the BBB, yahoo directory, best of the web sort of the standard ones. My client is empathetic about being in more places than their competition so a i am hoping for some help. I wasnt sure if the seomoz content of this is really relevant, seems a little dated on this specific topic.
Link Building | | EvolveDigitalLabs0 -
Anyone have a list of paid directories?
I want to get into some good paid directories, but every list I have found out there is either just a top ten and repeats the same ones or is a list of 500 where I know most are worthless. Has anyone submitted to paid directories that has a list of good ones that are actually worth submitting to?
Link Building | | DanDeceuster0 -
Nolo.com or bbb.org for link building?
Has anyone used nolo.com's directory and do you think it is worth it for link building? How about bbb.org I run www.musillawfirm.com thanks in advance
Link Building | | musillawfirm0