Top Directories

Web directories are curated collections of websites, organized by topic or industry.

They have been a foundational part of the internet since its early days, serving as organized indexes of sites. While search engines dominate web discovery, directories remain useful for research, finding niche resources, and business listings.

Here are some of the most reputable online directories:

• DMOZ (Curlie) – The Open Directory Project, now maintained as Curlie, is an extensive, volunteer-edited directory covering a vast range of categories.
  https://curlie.org/
• Best of the Web (BOTW) – Established in 1994, BOTW is a long-standing web directory for both general and business listings.
  https://botw.org/
• Jasmine Directory – A human-edited directory focused on quality and relevance, covering a variety of sectors.
  https://www.jasminedirectory.com/
• Business.com Directory – Focused on business-related sites and resources.
  https://www.business.com/directory/
• Hotfrog – A global business directory helping users find companies and services.
  https://www.hotfrog.com/

Note: Inclusion in directories does not guarantee improved search ranking, but they can aid in discovery and reputation.