1.) Thanks for answering my previous questions so quickly. With your software having AI features, will you integrate MCP server features and AI agents to your software?
2.) Can I use other WordPress software features inconjuct with your software? If so, please provide details.
3.) How does your software work with businesses with multiple locations?
Second question if that’s okay: how long would you realistically expect a strong MVP regional directory to take to set up, including locations, categories, listings, claim forms, maps, SEO/schema, email notifications and basic monetisation?
Once live, how many hours per week do successful directory owners usually spend managing listings, claim requests, outreach, updates and maintenance?
Also,...
Founder Team
MD._Yousuf
Jun 10, 2026
A: Realistic MVP setup timeline: For a solid regional directory with locations, categories, listings, claim forms, maps, SEO/schema, email notifications and basic monetisation expect 2-3 weeks for a focused solo effort. The core setup (plugin, pages, categories, maps) can be done in a day or two. The bulk of the time goes into populating listings, configuring monetisation, and fine-tuning SEO...
Hi guys, congrats on launching Directorist on AppSumo. I’m looking at this from a local outreach angle. I’m based in Tasmania, Australia, and was considering building a modern business directory for areas like Hobart, Launceston, Devonport and Burnie, as most existing local directories here seem outdated or tourism-focused.
For this kind of regional directory, what setup would you recommend: free...
Founder Team
MD._Yousuf
Jun 10, 2026
A: Thanks for the questions. With the Setup Wizard and demo import, you can have a fully functional directory live in weeks and no technical skills needed. On your monetization question: We'd recommend starting with free listings to build momentum quickly. Empty directories don't attract businesses, so volume first, revenue second. Once you have solid coverage across Hobart, Launceston, Devonport...
Q: Angies List Dupe?
Can you program this to be almost like angies list where residents can make service type jobs like need a landscaper and then a business can do bids?
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Q: Software Clarification Questions
1.) Is there a feature that allows business owner's to network with the director or on your platform?
2.) Do we have to get permission from business owners to add there website to our directory?
3.) What can happen if permission isn't granted by the owner, worst case scenario? Please explain
4.) Are sales pages included for our directory members?
5.) Can we integrate Blogs into the members directory?
6.) With our Appsumo purchase, we own the server and hosting correct?
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Q: Software Clarification Questions
Hello Support Team,
1.) Thanks for answering my previous questions so quickly. With your software having AI features, will you integrate MCP server features and AI agents to your software?
2.) Can I use other WordPress software features inconjuct with your software? If so, please provide details.
3.) How does your software work with businesses with multiple locations?
4.) Do you have a...
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Q: Realistic set up timeline
Second question if that’s okay: how long would you realistically expect a strong MVP regional directory to take to set up, including locations, categories, listings, claim forms, maps, SEO/schema, email notifications and basic monetisation?
Once live, how many hours per week do successful directory owners usually spend managing listings, claim requests, outreach, updates and maintenance?
Also,...
MD._Yousuf
Jun 10, 2026A: Realistic MVP setup timeline:
For a solid regional directory with locations, categories, listings, claim forms, maps, SEO/schema, email notifications and basic monetisation expect 2-3 weeks for a focused solo effort. The core setup (plugin, pages, categories, maps) can be done in a day or two. The bulk of the time goes into populating listings, configuring monetisation, and fine-tuning SEO...
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Q: How quick is it to set up
Hi guys, congrats on launching Directorist on AppSumo. I’m looking at this from a local outreach angle. I’m based in Tasmania, Australia, and was considering building a modern business directory for areas like Hobart, Launceston, Devonport and Burnie, as most existing local directories here seem outdated or tourism-focused.
For this kind of regional directory, what setup would you recommend: free...
MD._Yousuf
Jun 10, 2026A: Thanks for the questions.
With the Setup Wizard and demo import, you can have a fully functional directory live in weeks and no technical skills needed.
On your monetization question: We'd recommend starting with free listings to build momentum quickly. Empty directories don't attract businesses, so volume first, revenue second. Once you have solid coverage across Hobart, Launceston, Devonport...
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