I’ve compiled a backlink submission list of reputable platforms and directories where you can submit your website. Securing quality backlinks is essential for improving your website’s search engine rankings and driving organic traffic. These resources will boost your domain authority and help you climb the search engine results pages. This list is targeted at New Zealand websites. Explore my curated selection and start building your backlink portfolio today!
The first few will drive traffic to your website, the rest not so much but they all provide valuable backlinks to your site which is what we need to build domain authority for your project. If you are not sure what domain authority is or it’s importance, check out my article on domain authority.
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General Directories Backlink Submission List
Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business)
Creating a GPB is a critical step you need to take for local SEO and improving your Google search rankings. It enables customers to leave reviews and ensures your business appears on Google Maps and Google Search. This platform offers various features, making it more than just an online directory to set up and ignore. To maximize its benefits, keep your information updated and post regularly, just like you would on any social media platform. Probably the most important submission on this Backlink Submission List.
https://business.google.com/
Bing Places
Just like with Google Business Profile, it’s important to claim your Bing listing and provide key business details, such as operating hours, photos and videos, and the products or services you offer. You can seamlessly link your existing Google My Business profile to Bing Places, ensuring consistent information across platforms. Bing Places offers a robust search functionality, headline news, and articles, making it an attractive site for visitors. Listing your business on Bing is free for basic information, including photos and a business description.
http://www.bingplaces.com
Apple Maps
Listing your business on Apple Maps is a crucial step in enhancing your online presence and reaching a broader audience. As one of the most widely used mapping services, Apple Maps is integrated into millions of iPhones and other Apple devices worldwide. This integration means potential customers are using Apple Maps to find local businesses like yours every day.
http://register.apple.com
Yellow Pages & White Pages
These directories are trusted resources that many New Zealanders turn to when searching for local services and businesses. By having your business listed, you ensure that potential customers can easily find accurate and up-to-date information about your offerings, contact details, and location. This not only increases your chances of attracting new clients but also builds trust and credibility in your local community. Moreover, being featured in these well-established directories can improve your local SEO, helping your business appear higher in search engine results.
http://www.whitepages.co.nz
http://www.yellow.co.nz/our-solutions/yellow-profile/
Yelp
Yelp is a widely recognized platform where millions of users go to find trusted reviews and recommendations for local businesses. Yelp’s review system allows satisfied customers to leave positive feedback, which can significantly influence new customers’ decisions. Additionally, actively managing your Yelp profile by responding to reviews and updating information can enhance your reputation and build trust with your audience.
http://www.yelp.co.nz
iBegin
A global directory, iBegin has a sub-directory dedicated to New Zealand businesses. iBegin is a comprehensive online directory that helps users find local businesses quickly and efficiently. By listing your business on iBegin, you provide potential customers with important details such as your location, contact information, business hours, and services offered. Additionally, iBegin’s user-friendly interface and robust search functionality can drive more traffic to your business, both online and offline.
https://www.ibegin.com/directory/nz/new-zealand/
HotFrog
Hotfrog is a popular online directory that connects consumers with local businesses, making it easier for potential customers to find you. By creating a Hotfrog listing, you provide essential information such as your business name, contact details, operating hours, and services offered.
Hotfrog’s trusted platform also allows customers to leave reviews, adding credibility and encouraging more customers to choose your business. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your online presence and attract more customers.
http://www.hotfrog.co.nz
Foursquare for business
Foursquare is a widely used platform that helps users discover and explore local businesses, making it an excellent tool for increasing your visibility. By claiming your Foursquare listing, you can provide essential information such as your business name, address, contact details, hours of operation, and a description of your services. This makes it easier for potential customers to find and choose your business.
http://business.foursquare.com
NZ Local Directories Backlink Submission List
Fyple (Free)
Fyple allows you to add photos and keywords related to your business, improving your search engine optimization (SEO) and helping your business rank higher in search results.
Fyple also offers the opportunity for customers to leave reviews, which can enhance your credibility and attract more customers. Positive reviews can build trust and encourage new customers to choose your business. Don’t miss out on the advantages of being listed on Fyple.
http://www.fyple.co.nz
Kiwi Directory
Old school New Zealand based website directory. No FREE option.
Worth the bronze listing if your feeling rich.
http://www.kiwidirectory.co.nz
Love New Zealand
Another New Zealand based directory worth getting a link from. It’s fairly new but fast and easy to get a link on. Go for the free listing unless your feeling rich:)
https://www.lovenewzealand.net.nz/advertise.php
Neighbourly
Neighbourly is community-based and private, meaning that this
directory is careful to only allow businesses and customers within
your area to connect. A great place to get a link back to your site for free.
http://www.neighbourly.co.nz
NZSBDirectory.co.nz
NZ Small Business Directory & Travel Guide. Expect a bit of a wait before your business listing appears on the site. Get the FREE listing.
https://www.nzsbdirectory.co.nz/advertise
NZSearch
Another old and well established New Zealand website directory. Well worth getting listed on for free.
http://www.nzsearch.co.nz
Locanto
Tons of categories here to list your business for free. Used to be called Yalwa:)
https://www.locanto.co.nz/g/Services/S/
Zenbu
Another New Zealand specific directory, meant to showcase your businesses location. In additional to basic information such as business address, phone number, and category, Zenbu has an integrated Google Map feature to help locals find the exact location of your business.
http://www.zenbu.co.nz
ZipLeaf
Another directory that emphasises the location of your business. Zipleaf has an entire sub-directory specific to New Zealand, and offers completely free listings that are easy to set up to get your business noticed.
http://www.zipleaf.co.nz
Tourism Sites Backlink Submission List
Tourism Database
Access to the Tourism Business Database is free. Once your account is approved you will be able to manage your business details and create tourism products and deals.
https://register.newzealand.com/
New Zealand Tourism Guide
A comprehensive online directory for NZ tourism and travel. It has listings for accommodation, attractions, tours and transport businesses (over 12,000) together with extensive visitor holiday and vacation information.
http://www.tourism.net.nz/listing/add