wayne014Q: I am intersted in creating a site where members can log in and obtain information to assist them.
Will this software allow the creation of a searchable database of contacts that an individual may use to assist in obtaining information from police agencies or employers, including identifying the appropriate person or point of contact at a specific location?
Jason_BrilliantDirectories
Jan 2, 2026A: Thanks for your question and for taking the time to check us out.
Yes — Brilliant Directories can be used to create a member-only, searchable database of contacts where logged-in users can find the right person or point of contact based on the structure you define.
By default, records can be searched by:
• 🔍 Name
• 🏷 Category
• 📍 Location
• 📝 Keyword search, which can include values from custom fields you collect
You can fully control who can access the database and what they can see:
• 🔐 Restrict access to logged-in members only
• 👥 Limit visibility by membership level if needed
• ⚙️ Customize profile fields to capture things like department, role, jurisdiction, or notes
This works well for internal resource directories and information-focused databases, where the goal is helping members quickly identify the appropriate contact. You manage the data structure and access rules, keeping things flexible without overcomplicating setup.
Please let us know if you have any more questions — always happy to help.