Hi,

Tejas here.

Do you want to build a directory product but also do something out of the box?

In this email, I will share with you 7 different types of directory products that you can build.

1. Free Listing Directory

All the listings are for free. It gets traffic organically and via social media; later, it is monetized via ads, sponsorships, and premium featured listings

Example: Yelp, Craigslist, PerksFlow

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2. Paid Directory (Gated content)

This one has valuable data/research. So it is gated, and it is behind a paywall.

Often priced one-time and/or recurring.

Example: Affiliate Corner, Nomads, NicheSiteMetrics.

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3. High-value Data Directory

• These directories have such high-value data that they enable APIs as their primary pricing model.
• Pay for programmatic access to integrate the data into their systems.

Example:- Quandl (Nasdaq Data Link), Flightaware

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4. Niche Directories

• Focused on specific industries or interests (e.g., local businesses, legal services).
• Monetized through targeted ads, subscriptions, or listing fees tailored to the niche audience.

Example:

• Avvo - Lawyer directory
• Zillow - Real estate listings
• RateMyProfessors - Niche directory for professor reviews

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5. User-Generated Content Directories

• Relies on community contributions (e.g., reviews, ratings, or listings). Monetized through ads, partnerships.

Example:- TripAdvisor, Glassdoor

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6. Marketplace Directories

• Connects buyers and sellers (e.g., product vendors or service providers).
• Revenue comes from transaction fees, listing fees, or commissions on sales through the platform.

Example: Etsy, Ebay, Fiverr

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7. Verified Listings Directory

• Provides curated, vetted entries for credibility (e.g., certified professionals or businesses).
• Charges for verification badges, subscriptions, or premium placement to maintain trust and quality.

Example:-

• Angi (Verified Contractors)
• Healthgrades - Vetted doctor listings
• BBB (Better Business Bureau) - Accredited business directory

Btw, here's a small blueprint now that you can follow:

• Choose any type of directory from above.
• Generate unique directory ideas with DirectoryIdeas.ai​
• Start building out your directory with No-code or AI​

Let me know if you have any questions. Reply to this email, I answer everyone.

See you in my next email.

Regards,

Tejas

Tools & resources I recommend:

• ​RaaP Course (Build Directory Products with No-code & AI)
• ​Directory Ideas.ai (Lifetime plan: Use EMAIL20 to get 20% OFF)
• ​PerksFlow (Discover Affiliate Links with Exclusive Perks)​
• ​Lovable.dev (AI coding platform to build apps)​