USA-focused · 12 curated picks

Directory Submission Sites USA (Curated + Tracker)

A practical starter list for U.S.-targeted businesses. Use the curated picks first, then track your submissions with the free tracker.

What does 'USA-focused' mean?

Cut the noise from global lists

Use these criteria to decide whether a directory is worth your time.

  • English-first and commonly used by U.S.-targeted businesses.
  • Clear listing rules (avoid obvious spam/link farms).
  • Allows consistent business info (name, URL, description, and NAP if applicable).
  • Verification and reviews are normal; expect approvals and rejections.

Curated directory submission sites (USA-friendly)

Starter list: 12 picks

These are common starting points. Some may have paid options or verification steps.

Google Business Profile
Local business listing

Best for local businesses. Verification required.

Visit
Bing Places for Business
Local business listing

Good for U.S. search coverage (Bing/Windows). Verification required.

Visit
Apple Business Connect
Local business listing

Manage Apple Maps presence. Verification required.

Visit
Yelp
Review & business directory

Strong for local intent. Expect review moderation and policies.

Visit
Better Business Bureau (BBB)
Trust / business directory

Trust signal for some industries. Listing/verification rules apply.

Visit
YellowPages
Business directory

Classic U.S. business directory. Paid options may appear.

Visit
ChamberOfCommerce.com
Business directory

U.S.-focused directory. Quality varies by niche.

Visit
Foursquare
Local discovery / citation

Citations can propagate to other services. Claiming may be required.

Visit
Manta
Small business directory

U.S. SMB directory. Keep NAP consistent.

Visit
Hotfrog (US)
Business directory

Has regional variants. Check eligibility for your business type.

Visit
Superpages
Business directory

Citation-style listing. Paid upsells may exist.

Visit
MerchantCircle
Business directory

Local business profiles. Moderate quality; vet before investing time.

Visit

Submission SOP

A simple workflow

Keep your information consistent and track progress.

1) Prepare your submission kit

Name, URL, description, category, logo, and (if relevant) a consistent address/phone.

2) Submit manually + verify

Expect email or phone verification and approvals. Avoid automation.

3) Track outcomes

Mark submitted/approved/rejected and keep notes for follow-ups and rechecks.

4) Maintain consistency

Refresh listings when your product changes. Remove duplicates and fix inconsistent business info.

Free submission tracker

Track progress in your browser

Use the tracker below (global list) and search for the sites you want to work on.

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Submission Kit

Paste your website details once, then copy them while submitting across sites.

Filter Options

Instructions

  • Click any website button to open it in a new tab
  • After clicking, the site is marked as submitted
  • Use the status filter to view submitted sites
  • Your progress is saved in your browser
  • Use search to find a specific website

Backlink Submission Sites

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Note: The tracker uses our global directory list. Use search to focus on USA-friendly sites.

FAQ

Directory submission sites USA

What does "USA-focused" mean here?

We prioritize English-first directories and listing platforms commonly used by U.S.-targeted businesses. Not every site is U.S.-only; always confirm relevance for your niche.

Are directory submission sites the same as backlinks?

Not exactly. Many listings create citations and sometimes links. The main value is discoverability and consistent business information, not guaranteed rankings.

How many sites should I submit to?

Start with 10-30 high-relevance sites, track outcomes, then expand. Quality and consistency matter more than volume.

What info should I prepare before submitting?

Business name, website URL, short description, category, logo, and consistent contact details (NAP) if applicable. Keep the same info everywhere.

Is this safe for SEO?

Avoid spammy directories and automation. Submit manually, pick reputable platforms, and follow Google's link spam policies.

When should I use a done-for-you service?

If you want a consistent, trackable process without spending hours, use our manual directory submission service and receive a delivery report.

Want us to do it for you?

Use our manual directory submission service and get a delivery report.

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