Choose a directory format

Business Directory Plugin Premium Plans extend a WordPress listing manager and directory builder. Create a directory without writing code, then organize listings with custom fields, categories, images, and search. The same core setup can serve local businesses, real estate, services, companies, association members, school staff, medical providers, or professionals.

Set up forms for details such as phone numbers, hours, price ranges, and photos. Listing owners can edit their entries without access to the WordPress dashboard.

Match premium capabilities to the plan

Paid annual plans add capabilities that vary by plan. Options include Google Maps, ZIP code search, ratings and reviews, claim listings, discount codes, and file uploads. Listing owners can attach PDFs, text files, and images; upload limits depend on the plan. Ratings and reviews connect to individual listings and include Schema.org markup.

Maps and ZIP code search can help users find nearby businesses. Reviews add feedback to listings, while claim listings can support an ownership workflow for businesses managing their information. Discount codes can be used in a directory promotion or listing offer.

Manage, import, and display listings

Image uploads support drag-and-drop, reordering, primary picture settings, and thumbnail sizing. Import businesses, members, or staff from a spreadsheet in one upload instead of entering each listing manually.

Use [businessdirectory] to display the main directory and [businessdirectory-listings] to place selected categories and tags on other pages. Featured, latest, random, and search widgets can display directory content in sidebars.

Combine free and paid listings

Set up free or paid listings, one-time or recurring plans, and various plans for different categories. Free and premium listings can appear together, with featured or sticky placement available as a paid upgrade. Manage directory plans and prices from the WordPress dashboard.

Stripe and Authorize.net process payments in the free extension. Stripe uses pay-as-you-go pricing until you upgrade to a paid plan. Authorize.net has no per-transaction fee.

Set up the directory

Install and activate the add-on in WordPress, then select Create required pages for me in the setup notice. The directory page is created with the main shortcode in place. Add listing shortcodes or widgets to other pages and sidebars, configure fields and plans, and import existing data if needed.

The directory is mobile-friendly and responsive with well-built WordPress themes. It works with multilingual directories with WPML and integrates with Yoast SEO, Rank Math, All in One SEO, NavXT Breadcrumbs, and WP-PageNavi.