LinkDir is a PHP website directory script to make a niche category site. Thinking of a simple free script to make your web directory?
What is a website directory?
A website directory, also known as a link directory, is essentially an online catalog of websites organized by categories and subcategories. Think of it like a library with shelves holding different subject areas and books (websites) within those shelves.
A web directory is not a new concept nowadays. A few years back a website directory had a large demand for building website traffic and backlinks. Which is not the same now.
Still, there are many different reasons why a web directory is helpful. As we all know the website is actually a collection of information. So the website directory is the same for today’s needs.
What is the purpose of a website directory?
- Helps users find relevant websites by browsing through organized categories.
- Can act as a curated selection of high-quality websites instead of relying on search engine algorithms.
- Can be specialized in a particular niche (e.g., local businesses, educational resources) or cover a broader range of topics.
Evolution of website directory
Website directories were popular in the early days of the Internet when search engines were less sophisticated. While their primary role as a search tool has diminished, they can still be valuable resources for specific needs or niche communities.
LinkDir web directory script
It is a simple web directory script built for the website list. This script can help in building a niche category directory site.
Build a niche listing site: Legit sites, crypto site lists, hosting site lists, customer care information sites, hospital lists, blood donations, or any other micro niche category that you want.
Requirements
To make the script run smoothly, you should have the minimum server requirements. Please see the list below, or contact your host. Web hosting for starters
- PHP >= 7.2.5
- BCMath PHP Extension
- Ctype PHP Extension
- Fileinfo PHP extension
- JSON PHP Extension
- Mbstring PHP Extension
- OpenSSL PHP Extension
- PDO PHP Extension
- Tokenizer PHP Extension
- XML PHP Extension
Features
- Responsive site
- Easy to set up for all with template and SQL file
- Currently no image
- 5 posts limited to members
- No post restriction for the site owner
- Members can edit/delete their own posts
- Admin can edit/delete others posts
Admin panel
- front page info, about, footer detail, and social links
- Category management (no subcategory)
- Page and its visibility on the footer menu
- User management (assigned to admin/user)
- Ads (leaderboard and side ads – script/HTML)
How to set up?
If your server meets the minimum requirements as mentioned above, then you can get the script and upload it. SQL file to the phpMyAdmin and upload normally the view files using FTP (file manager).
This script runs on any server. The SQL file is provided so that anyone can get this script for their project.