How We Monetize (And How You Can Too)

Running a directory isn’t free. Here’s a transparent breakdown of how we keep the lights on.

Our Revenue Streams

1. Sponsored Listings

Tools can pay for premium placement:

• Featured section on homepage
• Highlighted cards with “Sponsored” badge
• Category sponsorship - top of category pages

2. Display Advertising

Strategic ad placements that don’t disrupt user experience:

• Sidebar ads (vertical banners)
• In-feed ads (between listing sections)
• Blog post ads (before/after content)

3. Affiliate Partnerships

We earn commissions when users sign up for select tools through our links.

Tips for Directory Owners

Building your own directory? Here’s what works:

1. Start with curation - Quality beats quantity
2. Build trust first - Don’t monetize too early
3. Keep ads tasteful - Users leave cluttered sites
4. Offer real value - Sponsored spots should genuinely help users discover good tools

Transparency Matters

We always mark sponsored content clearly. User trust is worth more than short-term revenue.

Questions about advertising? Get in touch.