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360Directories Website FAQ

  1. Why is 360 different than other online directories?
  2. What does a 360 promotional page do for business?
  3. Who should purchase a license?
  4. How long is the term of the license?
  5. Is financing available?
  6. What staffing do I need?
  7. How do I get businesses on my directory?
  8. How do I get consumers to use my directory?
  9. What training and support will I receive?
  10. What's the difference between a 360 branded site and a non-360 site?
  11. Who owns this site code?
  12. Can I design my own site?
  13. Who provides technical support for my clients?
  14. How much do I charge businesses to advertise?

Why is 360 different than other online directories?

360directories provides highly visual and interactive content. Users don't recognize our site as "advertising", because of the quality and quantity of the content. We provide useful information that site visitors enjoy, and will find useful over and over again. Our software is centered on promoting business and showing them in the best possible light. Our software includes a mobile site and is integrated with social media sites like Facebook and Twitter.

360directories is an invaluable tool for business owners. Businesses can control their advertisement, track their promotion's success and benefit from the ability to update their content, post coupons, jobs, events, email marketing and much more.

We provide an extensive amount of support, training, design and customization, and our software is constantly adding new features to benefit you, consumers and the businesses advertising on your site.

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What does a 360 promotional page do for business?

  • Use as a web site with a personalized domain name
  • Drive traffic to an existing web site
  • Increase client web site search engine placement
  • Integrates with Facbook and Twitter
  • Provide virtual tours and new product photos to prospective customers and travelers
  • Provide collateral material such as menus and price lists for consumers
  • Create coupons and promotions to draw new business
  • Use email notifications to inform customers of upcoming events and special offers
  • Attract local customers and out of town guests
  • Find employees through free job postings
  • See real time reporting on client promotional page
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Who should purchase a license?

Licensing a 360 directory can provide a valuable revenue stream for a variety of groups. From established businesses who would like to increase or improve their product base to home-based business owners who want to take control of their career. The ideal licensee understands direct sales and is comfortable educating and assisting business owners with their advertising and marketing needs. A local directory site is great for Entrepreneurs and home based businesses, Broadcast, Print and Advertising Businesses, Phonebooks, TV stations, Newspapers, Convention and Visitors Bureaus and Chamber of Commerce, Industry publications, or anyone with a need to provide business listings.

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How long is the term of a license?

The initial license terms vary from 1-3 years, with an unlimited number of one year renewal terms.  Other terms may be available.

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Is financing available?

Financing may be available to qualified individuals.

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What staffing do I need?

The intent of our directory is to allow your team to focus on sales and service of the product. We provide all technical and design services. Your current team likely is all you need to grow your directory. As a home based business, our software is great for a husband wife team or a one-man-show. Many licensees contract or employ a non-professional local photographer for on-site shoots.

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How much do I charge businesses to advertise?

Unlike traditional print or media marketing, our program lasts 12 full months and costs just a fraction of the others. You have the flexibility to establish your own pricing strategy and/or implement this product into existing memberships or advertising packages.

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How do I get businesses on my directory?

When you purchase a license you will receive general product knowledge training and a packet with initial materials. As a licensee you will be responsible for establishing your sales and marketing methods.

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How do I get consumers to use my directory?

The 360directories are designed with search engine optimization as a number one priority. Your site will do well with local searches, and the more content you add, the better your results you will receive.

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What training and support will I receive?

General training programs will be developed on an individual license basis. Product knowledge and technology training is including with our general agreements.

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What the difference between a 360 branded site and a non-360 site?

A 360 branded site uses the 360 name and logo, and has a layout and design similar to that of other 360 cities. A non-360 site (private labeled) can carry any name and does outwardly appear to be apart of a 360 city. A non-360 site can have a unique layout and design and be implemented seamlessly into your existing website. 360 branded site names are not available in all marketplaces or to all applicants.

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Who owns the site code?

Generally, you, the licensee, or we offer several levels of optional technical support.

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Can I design my own site?

Yes. If you are a graphic designer or employ designers you can create a design that may be turned into a 360 directory. If you are licensing a 360-branded site please review the style guide and design requirements. If you are licensing a non-360-branded site, you can submit designs to our production staff with no limitations, except for technical requirements that allow the site to dynamically display content.

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Who provides technical support for my clients?

We offer several levels of technical support to our licensees. Support for your client will be provided by your local team.

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How much do I charge to advertise?

Unlike traditional print or media marketing, our program lasts 12 full months and costs just a fraction of the others. You have the flexibility to establish your own pricing strategy and/or implement this product into existing memberships or advertising packages. Typically monthly plans will range from $25.00-$300.00 per month with multiple levels of advertsing options.

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