aDirectory Reviews

In theory, this is a great product. Unfortunately, there is a lot of work needed for this to be a viable solution. The listing builder is too rudimentary (no social media fields?), and some of the modules simply do not work, and some modules are details that don't show in the builder. Add to that, the customization for the front end listings and the "add a listing" page is not user friendly. Customizing the look requires messing with templates via code (that is referenced across several templates). I submitted a ticket with some pretty significant issues several days ago, and it's been crickets since. I hate to be so negative, but this is one of my few AppSumo disappointments so far.

aDirectory is a versatile and reliable directory plugin that offers strong functionality and a thoughtful approach to its feature set. The drag-and-drop builder is intuitive and makes creating and managing directories straightforward, even for those new to such tools. The inclusion of extensions adds flexibility, allowing users to tailor the plugin to their specific needs, while the prebuilt themes provide a helpful starting point for styling. Export and import capabilities further enhance its practicality, especially for users managing large datasets.
While the plugin already delivers solid performance, it’s clear that aDirectory is still evolving.

The plugin and theme designs are fairly easy to figure out and use. I did have some issues, but was frustrated waiting 2 days for a support reply. The CSV upload works nicely but not without bugs. The obvious missing features include listing claim and social media links on listings. In hindsight a proven directory plugin might have been a better buy. This is sold out and it's unlikely we'll get a reply from the developer.

The product has worked well for me so far, and I am satisfied with my purchase. Whenever I have had an issue, they have responded promptly. Thank you, guys.

It took me a bit longer to get familiar with the product because the learning curve was somewhat steep. There are a lot of customizable settings, and since it integrates with Elementor—which I hadn’t used much in practice before—I first had to get the hang of Elementor itself.

I encountered a few hurdles along the way, but the customer support was extremely responsive, even on weekends, which was a huge plus.

The various modules are well thought out and complement each other nicely.

A tip for new users: Make sure to watch the onboarding video before getting started. It will help you set everything up correctly from the beginning (license key, templates, plugins, etc.).

And a suggestion for the developers of aDirectory: It would be incredibly helpful if you could host a detailed YouTube webinar or tutorial that walks users through the complete setup process. This would definitely help everyone get up and running even faster!

Overall, despite the initial learning curve, I’m very satisfied with the product and the support provided. Great job!