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Brilliant Directories Review (2026): Pricing, Features, and Limitations
July 8, 2026
guides
Brilliant Directories Review (2026): Pricing, Features, and Limitations

My honest Brilliant Directories review for 2026: verified pricing plans, what real users praise, recurring complaints, and the limitations to know first.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
Best Directory Software in 2026: Builders, Plugins, and Boilerplates Compared
July 1, 2026
guides
Best Directory Software in 2026: Builders, Plugins, and Boilerplates Compared

I compared the best directory software of 2026: SaaS platforms, WordPress plugins, no-code builders, and boilerplates, with verified pricing and real numbers.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
Programmatic SEO for Directory Websites: How Directories Win Search
June 24, 2026
guides
Programmatic SEO for Directory Websites: How Directories Win Search

Programmatic SEO is how directories win search. Real programmatic SEO examples from Zapier, TripAdvisor, and my 70k-visitor directory, plus traps to avoid.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
10 Best WordPress Directory Plugins in 2026 (And When to Skip WordPress)
June 17, 2026
guides
10 Best WordPress Directory Plugins in 2026 (And When to Skip WordPress)

I compared the 10 best WordPress directory plugins in 2026 with verified pricing and honest downsides, plus my take on when to skip WordPress entirely.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
How to Start an Online Directory Business in 2026 (Step by Step)
June 10, 2026
guides
How to Start an Online Directory Business in 2026 (Step by Step)

Directory websites quietly earn $6,500+ per month. Here's how to start an online directory business in 2026: niche, validation, build, traffic, and revenue.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
How OpenAlternative Grew to $80k/Year: A Directory Website Case Study
March 25, 2026
case-studies
How OpenAlternative Grew to $80k/Year: A Directory Website Case Study

From 48-hour build to $80k/year in revenue. Here's exactly how OpenAlternative became one of the most successful directory websites – and what you can learn from it.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
50 Profitable Directory Niche Ideas for 2026
March 18, 2026
guides
50 Profitable Directory Niche Ideas for 2026

Looking for a directory website idea? Here are 50 proven, profitable niches – organized by category with monetization strategies, competition levels, and real examples.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
Directory Revenue Models: 5 Ways to Make Money With a Directory Website
March 10, 2026
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Directory Revenue Models: 5 Ways to Make Money With a Directory Website

Paid listings, featured spots, advertising, affiliates, sponsorships – here's exactly how profitable directories monetize, with real numbers and examples.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
7 Best Directory Boilerplates & Templates for 2026: Complete Guide
January 16, 2026
guides
7 Best Directory Boilerplates & Templates for 2026: Complete Guide

Nomad List earns $360k/year from a simple directory. Here are 7 boilerplates that can help you build the next profitable listing platform in 2026.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
Best Tools and Tips for Building a Directory Website
November 14, 2025
education
Best Tools and Tips for Building a Directory Website

Looking to build a directory website with ease? Discover essential tools and tips to create a professional site without coding. Learn how features like SEO and responsive design can elevate your online presence.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
A Detailed Guide to Website Directories
November 2, 2025
education
A Detailed Guide to Website Directories

Learn the secrets of website directories and harness their power to boost online visibility, enhance SEO, and build credibility for your business or personal brand.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Website Directory
October 14, 2025
education
Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Website Directory

Ready to create a directory website? Learn to build a directory website with this guide. From planning and technical setup to design, content creation, and monetization strategies.

Piotr Kulpinski
Piotr Kulpinski
Founder, Dirstarter
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