{"id":3304,"date":"2025-12-21T22:53:29","date_gmt":"2025-12-22T02:53:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wildapricotlive.local\/?p=3304"},"modified":"2026-01-06T12:22:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T16:22:28","slug":"directory-website-builder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/directory-website-builder","title":{"rendered":"8 Awesome Directory Website Builders in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">One of the big reasons people join membership programs is to find a community \u2014 and what better way to create connections than by building an&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/member-directory\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">online member directory<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">?&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Don\u2019t&nbsp;be daunted by the idea of building a website \u2014 the right directory website builder can make it easy!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There are a lot of options out there, so&nbsp;we\u2019ve&nbsp;made you a list of our 8 favorite directory website builders for 2025.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Here\u2019s&nbsp;everything you need to know about the benefits of having a directory website and how to choose the right software for your organization\u2019s needs:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is a Directory Website?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Think of directory websites as a specialized online catalog.&nbsp;It offers a list of links to external websites and resources that connect back to a shared topic.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For example:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>A\u00a0member directory<\/strong>\u00a0provides a place where members of an organization can network.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>A business directory<\/strong>\u00a0helps people find relevant businesses\u00a0that can\u00a0meet their needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>A job directory<\/strong>\u00a0connects employers with job hunters.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">All of&nbsp;these directory examples could be useful for any membership organization \u2014 talk about a major&nbsp;perk&nbsp;for becoming a member!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Back in the day, many directories were on paper, but thanks to&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/memberclicks.com\/blog\/online-directory-software\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">online directory software<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, people can now find what&nbsp;they\u2019re&nbsp;looking for with the click of a button. The best directory website builder should have you set up in a matter of hours. Who&nbsp;doesn\u2019t&nbsp;love&nbsp;some convenience?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/membership-management-software\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/CTA-4-1024x205.png\" alt=\"Membership Management CTA\" class=\"wp-image-12558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/CTA-4-1024x205.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/CTA-4-300x60.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/CTA-4-768x154.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/CTA-4-1536x307.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/CTA-4-2048x410.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Your Organization Needs a Membership Directory<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As we briefly mentioned, directories add value to your membership program \u2014 but a&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/member-directory\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">membership directory<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, specifically, goes above and beyond!&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Create Value for Your Members<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Members are members because they care about your mission. Why wouldn\u2019t they want to connect with others who feel the&nbsp;same? A luncheon or event offers a couple of hours to network, but a membership directory makes the&nbsp;perk&nbsp;last year-round!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Read more:<\/span><\/i><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/members-benefit\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">24 Membership Benefit Ideas to Attract and Retain More Members<\/span><\/i><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Build Credibility for Your Organization<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/memberclicks.com\/blog\/membership-directory\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">membership directory<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;doesn\u2019t&nbsp;just help your members out\u2014it also gives your organization a boost of credibility. Think of it this way: if&nbsp;everyone\u2019s&nbsp;gathering at&nbsp;<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">your<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;water cooler,&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;got to know what&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;talking about! And when people get useful news and updates from your directory,&nbsp;they\u2019ll&nbsp;always consider your&nbsp;organization as&nbsp;a trusted source of industry content.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Build Website Authority Through Backlinking<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Where&nbsp;there\u2019s&nbsp;a link,&nbsp;there\u2019s&nbsp;a way. If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;just dipping your toes into the world of search engine optimization, or SEO, you should know that Google LOVES a&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/hub\/seo\/backlinks\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">backlink<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. By linking to credible external websites, you make your website look more valuable.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;important to evaluate your SEO when considering backlinks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This means your website will rank higher on all sorts of search engines, getting you more&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/useinsider.com\/glossary\/organic-traffic\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">organic traffic<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.&nbsp;It&#8217;s&nbsp;essential to build trust with search engines, just like you do with your supporters!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Read More:<\/span><\/i><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/nonprofit-seo\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">SEO for Nonprofits in 2025: A Practical Guide to Getting Found in Google, AI Tools, and Beyond<\/span><\/i><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Include in Your Website\u2019s Directory<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Curious about how to build a directory website that has all the information you need?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Here are the essentials:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Business name<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Address and phone number<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Opening hours<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/membership-management-software\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Membership directory<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0photos and images<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Video<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A comprehensive description<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Categories<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A map listing<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reviews\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Social links<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;looking for some solid website directory examples, check out these 5 options built using the&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/directory-template\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">WildApricot member directory template<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As the number one membership management software,&nbsp;WildApricot\u2019s&nbsp;website builder has a directory template included to keep everything in one place.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sign up for your&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/register.wildapricot.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">60-day free trial<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;today to get a deeper look!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/register.wildapricot.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/V2-2.png\" alt=\"Start a free trial of WildApricot today. Click here\" class=\"wp-image-3576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/V2-2.png 1400w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/V2-2-300x43.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/V2-2-1024x146.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/V2-2-768x110.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Look For in a Directory Website Builder<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Building a directory website\u00a0shouldn\u2019t\u00a0be a chore! Your individual directory will depend on the needs of your organization, but there are a few must-haves to keep in mind.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The best directory website builder should include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>\u2705 Simple setup\u00a0<\/td><td>You\u00a0shouldn\u2019t\u00a0have to learn to be a web designer to build your online directory. A directory is meant to make your life easier, not harder.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 No coding needed\u00a0<\/td><td>Build a website that looks good and works well without technical\u00a0expertise, and without hiring an expensive website developer. Choose from a variety of website themes with many ways to make it your own.\u00a0\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705\u00a0Preset\u00a0essential pages\u00a0<\/td><td>Imagine if you had to create a search page from scratch! There are some things that every directory needs \u2014 your website builder should take those into account from the start.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Plugins and integrations\u00a0<\/td><td>On the other hand, there are some specific needs\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0find you have. A wide range of plugins and integrations will help you customize your directory.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Easy system management\u00a0<\/td><td>Keep in mind that your team will be doing administrative work on the backend. Your directory website builder should run smoothly on both the front and backend.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Monetization\u00a0<\/td><td>You might want to charge members for access to your directory.\u00a0Ensuring\u00a0it includes a built-in payment\u00a0processing\u00a0will make it easy to pay and get paid!\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 SEO readiness\u00a0<\/td><td>If your page is\u00a0search\u00a0engine optimized, or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/search\/docs\/fundamentals\/seo-starter-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SEO optimized,<\/a>\u00a0both on- and off-page,\u00a0it\u2019ll\u00a0be much easier to get clicks and track results. Look for a website builder that supports meta descriptions, image\u00a0optimization\u00a0and more.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2705 Reliable support\u00a0<\/td><td>When you have questions about your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/online-directory-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online directory software<\/a>\u00a0(and\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0okay to have questions!), you\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0want to have to go hunting for help. The right directory website builder will come with a helpful and easy-to-reach support team.\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW34520179 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34520179 BCX0\">Whether you choose to go with a paid or free directory website builder,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34520179 BCX0\">don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34520179 BCX0\">&nbsp;compromise on the essentials! Having these elements in place from the start will save you stress&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34520179 BCX0\">in the long run<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW34520179 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW34520179 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8 Powerful Directory Website Builders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\">A quick Google search will show you that there are&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\">tons<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\">&nbsp;of tech options for building directory websites. To save you some time,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\">we\u2019ve<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\">&nbsp;gathered our 8 favorites. Check out the features,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW225264291 BCX0\">pricing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225264291 BCX0\">&nbsp;and subscription plans to see which one is best for your organization!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW225264291 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WildApricot<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Best for small membership organizations<\/span><\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-18-at-5.52.12-PM-1024x418.png\" alt=\"WildApricot Website Directory Builder Software\" class=\"wp-image-12205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-18-at-5.52.12-PM-1024x418.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-18-at-5.52.12-PM-300x123.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-18-at-5.52.12-PM-768x314.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-18-at-5.52.12-PM.png 1454w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">WildApricot&nbsp;is the #1 membership management software for small associations, nonprofits, clubs,&nbsp;state&nbsp;and local chapter organizations. Along with features like a website builder, a member database, and event management tools, we also have an easy-to-use member directory gadget!&nbsp;It\u2019s the ideal choice if you\u2019re looking for tools to manage your membership as a whole rather than just creating a directory.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We\u2019ve&nbsp;also shown exactly how to create a directory in&nbsp;WildApricot&nbsp;later on&nbsp;in this post \u2014 skip there now if you want to get started!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/membership-management-software\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Drag-and-drop website builder<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Customizable directory settings<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Secure payment processing<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Members-only areas<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Free set-up guide<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/features\/integrations\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Integrations<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0with WordPress and more<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/register.wildapricot.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">60-day free trial<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, and then plans&nbsp;starting&nbsp;at $63\/month.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/memberclicks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MemberClicks<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>Best for medium-sized membership organizations\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/memberclicks-1024x601.jpg\" alt=\"memberclick cms homepage\" class=\"wp-image-5737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/memberclicks-1024x601.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/memberclicks-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/memberclicks-768x451.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/memberclicks.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">MemberClicks\u00a0is a cloud-based membership software for associations, chambers of commerce and other member-based organizations. Its powerful features help you automate tasks, boost engagement, generate\u00a0revenue\u00a0and connect with your members in one central platform.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Both\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/memberclicks.com\/products\/professional\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">MC Professional<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/memberclicks.com\/products\/trade\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">MC Trade<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0help you easily set up business or individual member directories!\u00a0This is definitely the best directory website builder for associations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Built-in reports<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Automated accounting tools<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Job board<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Personalized member profiles<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Conference app<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/memberclicks.com\/#demo-request-top\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Book a demo<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;to see&nbsp;MemberClicks&nbsp;in action and get a quote.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brilliantdirectories.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brilliant Directories<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Best for member directories<\/span><\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.52.35-PM-1024x456.png\" alt=\"Brilliant Directories website\" class=\"wp-image-12560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.52.35-PM-1024x456.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.52.35-PM-300x134.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.52.35-PM-768x342.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.52.35-PM-1536x684.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.52.35-PM-2048x912.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Brilliant Directories is used by over 10,000 organizations, making it one of the most popular directory website builders out there. Its software supports member management, payment processing, SEO tools, website&nbsp;support&nbsp;and, most importantly, TONS of directory options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Manages\u00a0100,000 members<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Unlimited categories<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Unlimited admin accounts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">App-Ready for Android &amp; iOS<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tons of themes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Source code access<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Free demo and 7-day free trial.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Monthly Plan: $145\/month<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Yearly Plan: $950\/year<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lifetime Plan: $1,450<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Additional&nbsp;add-ons are also available for purchase.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enginethemes.com\/themes\/directoryengine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DirectoryEngine<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW179761689 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW179761689 BCX0\">Best for member payment options<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.54.27-PM-1024x630.png\" alt=\"Directory Engine Website\" class=\"wp-image-12561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.54.27-PM-1024x630.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.54.27-PM-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.54.27-PM-768x473.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.54.27-PM-1536x945.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.54.27-PM-2048x1260.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you want to build a directory website with WordPress,&nbsp;DirectoryEngine&nbsp;is a great&nbsp;option! This WordPress theme is highly&nbsp;customizable, and&nbsp;lets you make money by charging for listing submissions and ad space.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Built-in content blocks and widgets for front-end customization<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Multiple payment plans for users<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Local payment gateways<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Super SEO-friendly<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">12 months of free updates and support included<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">One-time payment of $89, with higher prices for more extensions.&nbsp;Demo&nbsp;available.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/listingprowp.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ListingProWP<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Best for easy plugins<\/span><\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.56.33-PM-1024x589.png\" alt=\"ListingProWP Website\" class=\"wp-image-12562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.56.33-PM-1024x589.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.56.33-PM-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.56.33-PM-768x442.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.56.33-PM-1536x884.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.56.33-PM-2048x1179.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Another way to build a directory website with WordPress is by using&nbsp;ListingProWP! This theme is an end-to-end directory website builder that&nbsp;requires&nbsp;zero paid plugins. Plus,&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;super quick and easy to set up.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Easy set up<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Highly advanced search system with live suggestions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instant filtering options<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Form builder<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ad management<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i><\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:319,&quot;335559739&quot;:319}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">One time&nbsp;payment of $69.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appypie.com\/app-builder\/appmaker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appy Pie<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Best for affordability<\/span><\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.58.07-PM-1024x574.png\" alt=\"Appy Pie Website\" class=\"wp-image-12563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.58.07-PM-1024x574.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.58.07-PM-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.58.07-PM-768x431.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.58.07-PM-1536x861.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.58.07-PM-2048x1148.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;looking to try something a little different, Appy Pie is an app builder that can be used for making a directory website.&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;simple to&nbsp;use, and&nbsp;can be launched in three simple steps: name the website, create the main&nbsp;pages&nbsp;and go live!&nbsp;It\u2019s&nbsp;also one of the most affordable options on this list.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Very mobile friendly<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Drag-and-drop interface\u2014no coding\u00a0required!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Responsive support team<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">SEO features<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many integrations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Basic plan starts at $16\/month.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glueup.com\/\">Glue Up<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Best for member engagement<\/span><\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"565\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.59.37-PM-1024x565.png\" alt=\"Glue Up Website\" class=\"wp-image-12564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.59.37-PM-1024x565.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.59.37-PM-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.59.37-PM-768x424.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.59.37-PM-1536x847.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-2.59.37-PM-2048x1130.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Glue Up knows and loves associations, nonprofits, and chambers. It\u2019s a platform that got its start offering event management technology before becoming a full-blown engagement platform. And maybe the coolest thing about Glue Up? Its platform is powered by AI and uses the data you already collect from members to help make membership management easier<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Customizable search and filter<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">AI-powered CRM<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Speed networking\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Multi-chapter management<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">WordPress and social media integrations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pricing starts as low as $2,500 per year. Contact their sales team to get a quote.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goclixy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GoClixy<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Best for business directories<\/span><\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"470\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-3.04.07-PM-1024x470.png\" alt=\"GoClixy Website\" class=\"wp-image-12565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-3.04.07-PM-1024x470.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-3.04.07-PM-300x138.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-3.04.07-PM-768x352.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-3.04.07-PM-1536x705.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-12-22-at-3.04.07-PM-2048x940.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">GoClixy&nbsp;is a business directory script you can easily add to your organization\u2019s websites. Not only is it easy to set up and super SEO-friendly, but it also comes with an admin panel to customize your website with only a few clicks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Features We Love<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Responsive CSS design<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Banner and\u00a0adsense\u00a0advertisements<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Membership tiers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Supports multiple languages<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rewards for member referrals<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Pricing<\/i>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Starts with a one-time payment of $199 (they&nbsp;frequently&nbsp;offer discounts down to $89!). Demo available upon request, plus free first-time installation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to Make Your Directory Website in 5 Steps<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ready to get started?&nbsp;Here\u2019s&nbsp;how to launch your directory website builder in 5&nbsp;easy steps!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Choose Your Directory Niche<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">One key part of building a directory website is choosing your niche. Consider: do you want a space&nbsp;that\u2019s&nbsp;for a specific industry, or based around a central location? Do you want it to be a&nbsp;members-only exclusive?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">While&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;not so&nbsp;different&nbsp;learning how to build a business directory website versus a membership website, the needs for each site might be different. For example,&nbsp;an&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/memberclicks.com\/blog\/membership-directory\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">association membership directory<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;might&nbsp;benefit&nbsp;from having search options for both organizations and individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Plan Your Web and Listing Structure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Before you build a directory website, take some time to visualize what you want the final product to look like. Try drawing a&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nngroup.com\/articles\/draw-wireframe-even-if-you-cant-draw\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">wireframe<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;(or using a&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wireframe.cc\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">wireframe app<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">!) for both the site and the individual listings. Knowing your wants and needs will help you choose the best directory website builder for you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your website can either be simple or offer more complex features&nbsp;at&nbsp;different subscription plans. Just be sure it includes those must-have elements we mentioned&nbsp;earlier&nbsp;so Google&nbsp;doesn\u2019t&nbsp;ignore you! The heftier a listing is, the more findable&nbsp;it\u2019ll&nbsp;be for users and search engines.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><i>Read more: <\/i><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/nonprofit-website-best-practices\"><i>15 Nonprofit Website Best Practices for Design, SEO and Engagement<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. Prep Your Brand Materials<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/nonprofit-website-branding\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Branding branding branding<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">! When users visit your directory, they should&nbsp;immediately&nbsp;know that&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;YOURS.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your online directory branding should include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A directory name\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0tied to your organization<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your organization\u2019s logo<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A consistent color\u00a0scheme &amp; fonts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Keep the niche front and center. When people go to your directory, they should&nbsp;immediately&nbsp;know what&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;useful for and what makes it special!&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Pick a Platform<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Once&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;got a solid idea of your wants and needs,&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;time to choose your directory website builder. Keep an eye out for platforms that offer demos or free trials\u2014actually giving&nbsp;software a test drive is the best way to see how it feels.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Better yet, shop around and try a few platforms out. It always helps to know your options!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">(Psst\u2014we shared 8 of our favorite examples above, along with the features and&nbsp;perks&nbsp;of each!)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. Build your website<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This&nbsp;one\u2019s&nbsp;pretty self-explanatory: build a directory website! Use your&nbsp;platform\u2019s&nbsp;support features if you get&nbsp;stuck, and&nbsp;check in with other team members about how&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;looking along the way. Factor some troubleshooting time into your&nbsp;planning, and&nbsp;run the final product by your board of directors before you go live.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Create a Directory Website in 7 Steps with&nbsp;WildApricot<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The best part about&nbsp;WildApricot&#8217;s&nbsp;website building software is how user-friendly it is! You&nbsp;don&#8217;t&nbsp;need coding experience to build,&nbsp;edit&nbsp;and customize your site &#8211; simply drag and drop elements onto any page.&nbsp;Plus&nbsp;we have tons of templates to choose from to get you started.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Member Directory Gadget\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qf6GcVeR1MI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To build your new directory:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>1.)<\/strong> In the main admin home page, navigate to<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Admin &gt; Website &gt; Site pages<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>2.)<\/strong> If you&#8217;re looking to house your directory on a new page, select <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Add page.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;If you already have an existing page, simply click&nbsp;<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Edit<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>3.)<\/strong> On the left side panel click the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gadgets<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;icon to display the list of available gadgets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>4.)<\/strong> Drag the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Member Directory Gadget <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">from the list and drop it where you want your directory to appear on the page. You can insert it into a section within a layout, or above or below a layout.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"934\" height=\"158\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/dragging-member-directory-gadget-608.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/dragging-member-directory-gadget-608.png 934w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/dragging-member-directory-gadget-608-300x51.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/dragging-member-directory-gadget-608-768x130.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 934px) 100vw, 934px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>5.)<\/strong> Once your member directory gadget is in the perfect place, hover your cursor over it and click the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Settings <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">icon.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6.) Gadget Settings <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">will be on the left side panel. Here you can customize your member directory settings like which members to show, search and filter options and the layout of your directory.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Customized-search-result-directory-builder-1024x636.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Customized-search-result-directory-builder-1024x636.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Customized-search-result-directory-builder-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Customized-search-result-directory-builder-768x477.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Customized-search-result-directory-builder.png 1352w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>7.)<\/strong> Click <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Save <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to save the changes to the page.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">6 Directory Website Examples to Inspire You<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All of these directories were built with WildApricot&#8217;s software! Each highlights some of the customizations you can make to your directory, allowing you to showcase your organization&#8217;s branding and personality!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Ladera Rancho Chamber of Commerce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-3-1024x568.png\" alt=\"The Ladera Rancho Chamber of Commerce Member Directory\" class=\"wp-image-12572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-3-1024x568.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-3-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-3-768x426.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-3-1536x851.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-3-2048x1135.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prince George\u2019s Senior Provider Network (PGSPN)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1024x568.png\" alt=\"Prince George\u2019s Senior Provider Network (PGSPN) Member Directory\" class=\"wp-image-12574\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1024x568.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-768x426.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1536x851.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-2048x1135.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Evergreen Chamber of Commerce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-3.gif\" alt=\"Evergreen Chamber of Commerce Directory\" class=\"wp-image-12571\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chamber of Commerce of Ladonia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1-1024x568.png\" alt=\"Chamber of Commerce of Ladonia Member Directory\" class=\"wp-image-12569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1-1024x568.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1-768x426.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1-1536x851.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-1-2048x1135.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ambitious Women of Color Association<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-4-1024x568.png\" alt=\"Ambitious Women of Color Association Member Directory\" class=\"wp-image-12573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-4-1024x568.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-4-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-4-768x426.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-4-1536x851.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WildApricot-Website-Example-4-2048x1135.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to Build a Directory Website&nbsp;You\u2019re&nbsp;Proud Of&nbsp;<\/span><span 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We hope this list&nbsp;has got&nbsp;you feeling ready to take the leap with your directory website builder!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">And hey, if&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;looking for a little more support, sign up for a&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/register.wildapricot.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">60-day free trial<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;with&nbsp;WildApricot.&nbsp;We\u2019ll&nbsp;help you get your directory set up in no&nbsp;time, and&nbsp;show you everything else our membership management software can do for your organization!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the big reasons people join membership programs is to find a community \u2014 and what better way to create connections than by building an&nbsp;online member directory?&nbsp;&nbsp; Don\u2019t&nbsp;be daunted by the idea of building a website \u2014 the right directory website builder can make it easy!&nbsp; There are a lot of options out there,&#8230; <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildapricot.com\/blog\/directory-website-builder\" aria-label=\"Continue reading 8 Awesome Directory Website Builders in 2026\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":3305,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3304","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-website-and-technology"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - 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