{"id":63337,"date":"2020-11-16T18:36:44","date_gmt":"2020-11-16T23:36:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/?p=63337"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:56:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T15:56:34","slug":"the-5-best-business-directory-plugins-for-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/wordpress\/plugins\/the-5-best-business-directory-plugins-for-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Business Directory Plugins for WordPress"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-header-img-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"Business Directory plugins header image\" class=\"wp-image-63360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-header-img-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-header-img-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-header-img-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-header-img.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Business directory plugins<\/strong> can allow you to create a service to list recommended businesses and professionals with locations and reviews. They can also be used to create team directories or other listings that can be used publicly or privately.  They can even become a source of income!  Good business directory plugins will provide clear, easy to use interfaces to add your listings.  They will often have options to add a map to find businesses or professionals and allow for some feedback from your viewers. Other great features may include a front-end option for users to add their own <strong>business listings<\/strong>, badges to identify great listings, and customization options.  Most of these options are typically available in the free plugins assembled in this review, but they may also require add-on purchases.  The following listed solutions are five of the most installed and highest-rated business directory plugins for WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#business-directory-plugin\">Business Directory<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#geodirectory\">GeoDirectory<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#connections\">Connections<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#directorist\">Directorist \u2013 Business Directory plugin<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#ulisting\">Listing, Classified Ads &amp; Business Directory \u2013 uListing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"alert alert-info\">If you\u2019re looking for a new home for your WordPress site, look no further than InMotion\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/wordpress-hosting\" rel=\"follow\">WordPress Hosting<\/a> solutions.  You\u2019ll find optimized and secure solutions made to fit your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"business-directory-plugin\">Business Directory Plugin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best free business directory plugins that you can get for your site is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/wordpress\/plugins\/business-directory-plugin\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WordPress Business Directory plugin<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 You can easily create multiple business listings that can be searched and edited from the front end of your WordPress site.\u00a0 The owner of a business listing could easily manage it themselves without having to log in to your WordPress dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-dashboard-menus-1024x460.jpg\" alt=\"Business Directory - listing\" class=\"wp-image-63339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-dashboard-menus-1024x460.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-dashboard-menus-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-dashboard-menus-768x345.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-dashboard-menus.jpg 1434w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Manage lists<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"915\" height=\"869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-directory-business-page.jpg\" alt=\"Business Directory - example of business page\" class=\"wp-image-63340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-directory-business-page.jpg 915w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-directory-business-page-300x285.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-directory-business-page-768x729.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Example of Business Page<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"758\" height=\"934\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-example-list.jpg\" alt=\"Business directory - sample of business listing\" class=\"wp-image-63341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-example-list.jpg 758w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/biz-dir-example-list-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Example of a Business Listing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several key features only available through paid add-ons, but the free options are still very useful.\u00a0 They include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The ability for front end management of business listings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to add custom fields and edit existing fields<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Option to add fee plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Option for recurring payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listing expiration options based on the date<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to show likes and shares<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Categorization of each business listing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Import and export options using CSV<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It would seem like this is all you need without even having to upgrade, but you get access to the add-ons based on 3 upgrade levels.\u00a0 The premium add-ons include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Category Images<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paypal Payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Maps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zip Code Search<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ratings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stripe Payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Featured Levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Claim Listings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>File Upload<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discount codes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The pricing structure for the premium features starts at $99.50\/year and then goes up to $299.50 a year.\u00a0 Make sure to look for the add-on that you want as it\u2019s possible that lower-tier upgrades may not include the feature you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more detailed information, please see their<a href=\"https:\/\/businessdirectoryplugin.com\/pricing\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> pricing page<\/a>. The premium offers include a year of technical support and their paid options have a 100% money-back guarantee for 14 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Has many professional features for free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works with\u00a0 design themes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easily extendable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allows for businesses to self-manage their listings\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The yearly cost to upgrade to top tier plans required to access certain premium features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annoying sign-up notification that pops up every time you click on a menu item in the dashboard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a well thought out plugin for the purpose of creating a business directory, you don\u2019t really need to look much further.\u00a0 Their support gets great reviews and the plugin is kept up-to-date.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Business Directory<\/strong> appears to have a good user base with over 20,000 installations per the WordPress Plugins page. However, in order to get some really key features like Maps and reviews, you will need to upgrade to one of their subscription plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"geodirectory\">GeoDirectory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/geodirectory\/\" target=\"_blank\">GeoDirectory<\/a> <\/strong>is another good directory plugin that includes the option to add the location through a map.\u00a0 Listings are called places. You can add multiple images to each entry.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also add custom fields per each listing. The plugin is compatible with many page builders like Beaver Builder, Elementor, or Divi.\u00a0 It\u2019s also 100% compatible with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/wordpress\/gutenberg\/what-is-gutenberg\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WordPress Gutenberg editor<\/a>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"534\" data-id=\"63344\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-business-listing-sample-1024x534.jpg\" alt=\"Example of GeoDirectory  business page\" class=\"wp-image-63344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-business-listing-sample-1024x534.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-business-listing-sample-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-business-listing-sample-768x400.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-business-listing-sample-1536x801.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-business-listing-sample.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"534\" data-id=\"63345\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-sample-1-1024x534.jpg\" alt=\"Example of GeoDirectory business listing\" class=\"wp-image-63345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-sample-1-1024x534.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-sample-1-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-sample-1-768x400.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-sample-1-1536x801.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/geodirectory-sample-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Examples of GeoDirectory Listing and Business page with review option<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GeoDirectory<\/strong> uses a wizard to get set up. It helps you to set or get a Google Maps API key.\u00a0 Optionally, it lets you use Open Street Maps (OSM).\u00a0 When that part is done, then you can immediately set a default geographic location.\u00a0 It also includes three recommended plugins:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>AyeCode Connect<\/strong> \u2013 Installs any purchased AyeCode product without a zip file and auto-installs license<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ninja Forms<\/strong> \u2013 forms plugin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>UsersWP<\/strong> \u2013 allows frontend user login<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When the wizard finishes its setup, you get an option for help getting through the creation of your first listing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many add-ons (extensions) that you can get for GeoDirectory.\u00a0 The free ones include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Directory Converter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WPML Multilingual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Analytics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of the added functionality that would be more useful for a business directory needs to be purchased.\u00a0 To name a few of them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pricing Manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Embedded Ratings Badge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MultiRatings and Reviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GD reCAPTCHA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compare Listings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BuddyPress Integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Search<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Being able to provide ratings and reviews is a feature that tends to be an addon for all of the business director plugins.\u00a0 Having reviews or ratings allows your website viewers to get valuable information from the listings that you provide.\u00a0 Monetization of your directory is also a key feature that needs to be purchased as an add-on.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The good thing is that these add-ons are relatively inexpensive ranging from $19-$39. There is also a membership option that provides access to all add-ons, premium support, unlimited domains, auto-updates, a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee, and a price lock.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about these options, please go to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wpgeodirectory.com\/downloads\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\">GeoDirectory\u2019s Membership page<\/a>. The membership options range from $99 \u2013 199 dollars with varying renewal periods.\u00a0 They also have a lifetime price of $995 but it does not include the 30-day guarantee or the price lock.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Good core functionality to start<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wizard to help set up the app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free plugin for multi-lingual support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Includes option to add a map for the listing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Front end option to allow users to edit without WordPress admin access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Does not include the monetization option in the core plugin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No review or rating option in the core plugin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adds 9 pages to your WordPress installation through the recommended UsersWP and core plugin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>GeoDirectory<\/strong> plugin is an excellent solution for creating business listings with maps to include their locations.\u00a0 You have to pay for some of the extensions or get a membership to make full use of the plugin\u2019s capabilities, but its core plugin still provides a good base for starters.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Support is responsive and the plugin is regularly updated and improved.\u00a0 The install base for this plugin is over 10,000 and upon going to their <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wpgeodirectory.com\/support\/\" target=\"_blank\">support page<\/a> you will notice that they are transitioning from forum-based support to an email-based one.\u00a0 Even without add-ons, this plugin remains one of the better solutions for creating business directories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"connections\">Connections Business Directory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/connections\/\" target=\"_blank\">Connections Business Directory<\/a><\/strong> is another great business directory plugin for WordPress with an install base of over 10,000.\u00a0 This plugin can not only be used to quickly create a business directory, it can be used to create an address book or team directory.\u00a0 The plugin is compatible with many WordPress themes and page builders.\u00a0 It also provides support for the WordPress Gutenberg editor through blocks including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carousel block<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Directory block<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team block<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upcoming list block<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the features that <strong>Connections <\/strong>provides is a library of templates for your business listings.\u00a0 You can customize the templates that are not designed to be responsive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here you can see the various groups. Oddly, the \u201call\u201d selection does not display all of the available templates.\u00a0 You have more templates available in the specified sections.\u00a0 These sections include Individual, Organization, Family, Anniversary, and Birthday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/connections-templates-1024x608.jpg\" alt=\"Connections templates page\" class=\"wp-image-63354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/connections-templates-1024x608.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/connections-templates-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/connections-templates-768x456.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/connections-templates.jpg 1165w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Connections <\/strong>also integrates SEO support in its core plugin.\u00a0 You can even set a role for a user whose sole purpose is to check SEO for your business listings.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all of the business directory plugins, <strong>Connections<\/strong> has extensions that you can purchase.\u00a0 You can get a plan to purchase the templates and extensions, or you can purchase them individually.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pricing for individual extensions is relatively inexpensive though the packs divide the extensions and templates.\u00a0 You can buy them all together, but for a higher cost.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Users can be added to allow front end access without having to enter the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/wordpress\/logging-into-wordpress-dashboard\/\" target=\"_blank\">WordPress Administrator<\/a>.\u00a0 The actual display of the business listings is done using a Connections block in the visual editor (Gutenberg).\u00a0 The documentation is fairly extensive, but it doesn\u2019t really give a straightforward journey to displaying your entries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see many examples of <strong>Connections<\/strong> in action by going to their <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/connections-pro.com\/showcase\/\" target=\"_blank\">Showcase <\/a>page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quick and easy to use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides multiple templates for directory listings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good SEO support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great technical support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No monetization options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Showing a directory listing is not immediately apparent (requires an added block in Gutenberg)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the Connections plugin is a quick and powerful tool for building a quick team directory or business listing.\u00a0 With its extensions, you can create a directory that you can customize to meet your needs. For the budget-conscious, Connections is a great choice if you\u2019re not trying to monetize your listings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"directorist\">Directorist \u2013 Business Directory Plugin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/directorist\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Directorist<\/strong><\/a> is a directory listing plugin for WordPress that streamlines the installation process and includes many listing features in the core installation.\u00a0 The core plugin comes with badge settings, monetization, maps, and review options to name a few features. There is also a user dashboard to allow front end access.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial installation of the plugin brings you to a wizard that guides you through the install process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"827\" height=\"656\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-wizard-setup.jpg\" alt=\"Directorist - wizard  for install completion screen\" class=\"wp-image-63355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-wizard-setup.jpg 827w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-wizard-setup-300x238.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-wizard-setup-768x609.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While I was impressed with the ease and speed of the installation, I was disappointed by the option for dummy data to be added during the install.\u00a0 I selected the feature and even selected to have the graphics imported. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was looking forward to seeing a pre-created listing with dummy data so that I could review the features with the dummy data.\u00a0 However, nothing appeared in the application dashboard.\u00a0 I could not find the data anywhere.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There was no way to see if it loaded though the installation indicated that it was added. Despite this disappointment, I was able to see why many people do like the <strong>Directorist<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the installation completes you have the option to visit the <strong>Directorist<\/strong> dashboard, create your first listing, or return to the WordPress dashboard.\u00a0 It includes many features by default.\u00a0 These features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Front end and guest submission options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listing maps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monetization is provided for featured listings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ratings and badge options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see in this screenshot the numerous features they provide with the core plugin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"805\" height=\"940\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-settings-menu-options.jpg\" alt=\"Directorist - menu and settings\" class=\"wp-image-63356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-settings-menu-options.jpg 805w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-settings-menu-options-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-settings-menu-options-768x897.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The results of the lists created with Directorist are striking and easy to read.\u00a0 Fortunately, the developers of the plugin do provide a few <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/directorist.com\/demos\/\" target=\"_blank\">demo pages<\/a>.\u00a0 You can see the clean modern look of the directory listings in the following screenshots:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"607\" data-id=\"63357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-demo-page-1-1024x607.jpg\" alt=\"Directorist business listing sample\" class=\"wp-image-63357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-demo-page-1-1024x607.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-demo-page-1-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-demo-page-1-768x455.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-demo-page-1.jpg 1272w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"794\" data-id=\"63358\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-listing-detail-1024x794.jpg\" alt=\"Directorist business listing page\" class=\"wp-image-63358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-listing-detail-1024x794.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-listing-detail-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-listing-detail-768x596.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/directorist-listing-detail.jpg 1239w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1360px) 876px, (min-width: 960px) calc(61.58vw + 51px), calc(100vw - 80px)\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These examples display the options for featured listings, reviews, and pricing. It also tells you how many have viewed the listing. The business page allows you to contact the listing owner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Default features for creating listings are plentiful<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quick and easy to start up a new listing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maps are available using Open Street or Google Maps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviews and badge options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dummy data experience was an initial turn-off<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support is provided only after paying for a subscription<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Installs quite a few pages into your WordPress site (up to 15)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The extensions can be purchased individually, but they also provide subscription plans that include their technical support.\u00a0 The subscriptions include all of the plugins. Please see their <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/directorist.com\/pricing\/\" target=\"_blank\">pricing<\/a> page for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The <strong>Directorist<\/strong> is another business directory plugin that is compatible with many themes and provides features that are often only available as paid add-ons in other solutions.\u00a0 The support reviews were not all good and their support is only available with a valid license through a subscription. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the availability of many of the features like monetization, reviews, and maps are positives that weigh heavily in favor of the usability of this business directory plugin.\u00a0 The demos show the potential of this plugin and how it can be made to create business listings that not only benefit your customers but also its possibilities as a source of income.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ulisting\">Listing, Classified Ads &amp; Business Directory \u2013 uListing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/ulisting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">uListing <\/a><\/strong>plugin is described as a \u201cprofessional business listing site on WordPress without spending a big sum\u2026\u201d \u2013 though the demo more accurately shows classified ads and real estate style listings.\u00a0 However, you can simply create business listings by creating the attributes that you want to include in your listing type.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The plugin is fairly flexible and includes the map options and payment options with Paypal and Stripe.\u00a0 There are the usual media options though the plugin might be a little difficult to start at first, depending on how you want to use it.\u00a0 Fortunately, <strong>uListing <\/strong>does have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PL3Pyh_1kFGGDdROALMi4FuNsgmgzXrvOi\">video tutorials<\/a> and documentation available on their website.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The demo data that is supplied can be added optionally, but be aware that it is mainly for the sale of buildings and cars.\u00a0 However, you can see the composition of the listing type once you have the demo data loaded.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you understand how the plugin builds its listing types it is easy to build the structure you need for your business listing needs. The plugin can be upgraded with individual extensions that can be seen in the plugins menu. The premium features not included with the core plugin are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>User Roles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listing Compare<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wishlist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Login<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subscription<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also subscribe to a single, 5 site, or 25 site subscription ranging from $49.00 \u2013 149.00. These subscription plans include 1 year of updates and support and have a 14-day money-back guarantee.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most features are integrated into the core plugin and are free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Front end management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multi-lingual support through WPML<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customizable forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Map service integrations with Open Street or Google Maps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>May not work with your theme (demo did not appear correctly with the default WordPress 2020 theme)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support does not appear to be very responsive when looking at the WordPress Support forum page for the plugin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A lot of setup is required for business listings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\">\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the best <strong>Business Directory<\/strong> plugin for your WordPress site remains a very subjective task as the requirements can widely vary from person to person.\u00a0 However, in reviewing these 5 plugins you will find a good variety of applications that can give you the answer for your business directory needs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to learn more about WordPress, please make sure to see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/wordpress\/\">WordPress Education channel<\/a> on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/\">InMotion Hosting Support Center<\/a> website.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Become a master of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inmotionhosting.com\/support\/edu\/wordpress\/plugins\/\">WordPress plugins<\/a>! 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