Directorist Multi Directory Linking — connect listings across multiple directory types
Expand relationships between listings with Directorist Multi Directory Linking. This premium Directorist extension lets owners link a listing to items from other directory types—then display those connections neatly on the Single Listing page. Configure it in minutes with the Directory Builder and keep the experience smooth with built-in pagination.
What it does
- Link any listing to one or more listings from other directory types
- Show the connected items on the Single Listing page with a customizable heading
- Add a Multi Directory Linking field to the Add Listing form for easy selection
- Manage layout and visibility from the Directory Builder
Key Features of Directorist Directory Linking
- Cross-directory linking: connect listings across different directory types for richer context
- Multiple selections: allow single or multiple linked items per listing
- Pagination for UX: automatically paginate long lists of linked items
- Custom heading label: rename the section that displays connected listings
- Builder integration: drag-and-drop placement on Add Listing and Single Listing
- Access control: restrict usage to admin only if needed
- Submission rules: make the linking field required or optional
Monetization & control
- Include linking capabilities in premium pricing plans to create upsell opportunities
- Fine-tune who can link, how many items they can link, and where the section appears
Placement & display options
- Position the linking field/section via Directory Builder to match your design
- Keep long related lists tidy with automatic pagination
- Adjust labels so the section aligns with your brand voice (e.g., “Related Doctors,” “Partner Venues”)
Use cases
- Healthcare directories: link doctors ↔ hospitals/clinics to show affiliations
- Services & tutors: connect a service provider ↔ individual professionals they work with
- Hospitality & venues: relate venues ↔ caterers/photographers to surface partners
- Agencies & teams: present a company ↔ team members structure across directory types
Benefits
- Richer context: help visitors understand relationships between entities at a glance
- Better discovery: cross-links keep users exploring relevant listings longer
- Faster setup: no custom code—configure everything from the Directory Builder
- Scalable rules: choose admin-only, required fields, and single vs. multiple selection
Who is it for?
Directory owners and agencies who want to interlink related listings, improve navigation, and add a monetizable premium feature—without custom development.
Conclusion
Directorist Multi Directory Linking brings cross-directory relationships, clean display controls, and revenue-friendly options to your Directorist site. Use it to enrich context, boost user engagement, and package linking as a premium perk in your plans.
