Directory Submission Tips

* Firstly, read the directory’s submission guidelines
* Include your keywords in the title, but the site name should come at the beginning of the title. For example, for this site, I will use the title: Seo Hungry – Seo Tips. I also like to rotate titles and descriptions, so after submitting to say ten directories, I will use the title Seo Hungry – Seo Techniques.
* In the site description tab, write a short description of your site. Include some keywords, but make sure that the description is accurate. Don’t write things like ‘the best site in the world’ etc in the description. Also, make sure it is readable!
* Most directories have a keyword tab. In this, just list the 4-5 most important keywords. Don’t repeat keywords.
* Choose the right category – this is probably the most important. You should choose the most specific category to your site. For example, this site can go into the webmaster category, but if there was a seo category, I would choose that category, as it is more specific. If two categories suit your site equally, then choose the one which has less links in it, or the one with higher pr.
* Make sure that you titles, descriptions etc sound genuine and not spammy, and that they are free from spelling errors.
* Rather than automatic submissions to tons of low quality directories, do manual or semi-automatic submissions to the top directories. Submitting to 100 quality directories is better than submitting to 1000 low quality spammed directories.
* Submit to niche directories. They drive decent traffic, and give you relevant backlinks, which are more valuable in link juice terms.
* I generally only submit to directories which do not require reciprocal links. I don’t think it is worth it submitting to a directory requiring a reciprocal link, as the value of the link you give to it is probably more than the link juice you are getting from the directory!
* Always use a valid email when submitting to directories, as some directories send a confirmation mail, before adding your site.
* Keep track of your submissions. I keep an excel file, with a list of the directories I have submitted to, and whether or not my site has been added to the directory. This saves you time, as you avoid submitting to the same directory again and again.