Comments on: Does Google Frown On Links From Paid Directories?

By: Goran Web

Goran Web — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 16:08:27 +0000

I dont get how Google can frown at sites that advertise on directories as directories are in many instances a regular source of good business. Industry specific or area specific directories are invariably coming up on Google anyway so why not advertise on them. Majority of our search volume comes from Google but there is a fair share from a few good directories. I think if the directory is area specific and you are in another country, then, that is just bad link building.

By: Justin

Justin — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:29:49 +0000

It’s amazing how being on all these paid directories really add up on money. I really don’t think it will effect you immediately, but over time, it makes a difference. You have to pick and choose the right directories, the bigger the better.

Justin

By: Hami

Hami — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 11:32:52 +0000

I agree with you but one thing still forces me to scratch my head and think… do these (paid) directories really work?? I mean I came across so many (nearly all) paid direcotories saying thery are PageRank (PR) 3 or 4 and when you actually submit your site, you will find yourself somewhere 0 PR.

So I don’t really think it works so great.. but it’s not bad to have..

By: Jumpions

Jumpions — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 05:25:52 +0000

You asked yourself the same question I have: How will their algorithm make all these decisions? What is paid and what is not?

Is just the same story again: paid links or not. Not the best time to start a new web directory these days in my opinion.

By: Patricia Skinner

Patricia Skinner — Thu, 17 May 2007 18:49:35 +0000

Before registering with any directory it’s worth looking around to see what caliber of site they’re listing. If they’ve accepted sites you wouldn’t want to be associated with, pass and move on to another directory.

By: Terry Reeves

Terry Reeves — Wed, 16 May 2007 09:50:54 +0000

I agree with and have no problem paying a directory for reviewing my submissions. However, the vast majority of the directories I do locate seem to reject no entry and want the review fee on an annual basis. This would not be a problem if I actually thought my listing was being reviewed annually. I am sure some do, but I do not believe this is the case for most.