Web Hosting Directories- Are they helpful?

[priyanka]

Hi guys,
I was wondering, how effective do you find web hosting directories? Do the new users really trust the rating of WHD for web hosting companies?.

[Jonathan VanSchaack]

I notice some traffic coming from all different directories, but a deeper look into it I see a lot of repeat visits fromt he same hots coming from different directories. Meaning customers are doing there research.

Only thing I could recomend directories for is getting your brand name out there. If you have good reviews and services , just let that speak for you and hope for the best.

Word of mouth is still my best sales pitch.

[Danny]

I dont think directories are any good. They all seem to use affiliate links and they only promote the hosts that are going to PAY them. Its a joke.