Uno Directory is a Next.js template that enables entrepreneurs, indie makers, and businesses to launch and monetize directory websites with built-in submissions, payments, SEO, and automation.
What is Uno Directory?
Uno Directory is a modern Next.js template designed to help you create and monetize niche directory websites. It takes your category idea and branding as input and produces a fully functional, SEO-optimized directory site with user submissions, payment integration, and an admin dashboard. Built with Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Prisma, and shadcn UI, the template is developed by a team focused on empowering solopreneurs.
Key Features
- User Submission System – Visitors can submit their own products or listings through a frontend form; submissions go through an admin approval workflow before being published.
- Built-in Payment Integration (Polar) – Accept one-time or recurring payments for premium or featured listings, with a built-in checkout flow and subscription management.
- Automated Backlink Verification – Automatically checks that backlinks from submitted listings point back to your directory, ensuring link-building terms are met.
- AI-Powered Content Generation – Uses OpenAI to auto-generate listing descriptions, meta tags, and category content, saving you hours of manual writing.
- Admin Dashboard + Blog System – Manage all listings, users, payments, and site settings from a single admin panel; includes a full blog for content marketing.
- SEO-Optimized Architecture – Built with server-side rendering, dynamic meta tags, and structured data to help your directory rank in search engines.
- Responsive, Brandable UI – Fully customizable Tailwind CSS design; you can change colors, fonts, and layout to match your brand.
- Lifetime Access & Updates – One-time purchase includes all future updates and the complete source code, deployable on Vercel, Netlify, or any Next.js-compatible host.
Who is it for?
- Solopreneurs and indie makers who want to quickly launch a profitable directory without building from scratch.
- Community managers looking to create a curated directory of tools, resources, or members for their niche audience.
- Businesses that need a branded directory for partner listings, service providers, or local businesses.
- Agencies building multiple directory sites for clients, leveraging the same template with white-label potential.
What can you do with Uno Directory?
- Launch a niche tool directory – Curate and list AI tools, productivity apps, or any software category. Accept submissions and charge for featured placements.
- Build a local business directory – List restaurants, plumbers, or doctors with categories, search, and payment for premium spots.
- Create a community resource hub – Allow members to submit events, articles, or services while you moderate and monetize via paid listings.
- Start a coupon or deal directory – Let businesses submit discounts and charge for promotional placements, with automatic backlink verification.
Pricing
Uno Directory is available for a one-time payment of $149 (regular price $199). This includes lifetime access, free updates, and a commercial license to use on unlimited projects.
FAQ
Is Uno Directory a fully hosted solution?
No, it's a self-hosted template. You purchase the source code and deploy it on your own server or platform like Vercel or Netlify.
Does it support multiple categories and subcategories?
Yes, the template includes a hierarchical category system, and you can create unlimited categories and subcategories.
Can I charge for listings?
Yes, using the integrated Polar payment system, you can accept payments for premium, featured, or promoted listings with customizable pricing tiers.
Is SEO built in?
Yes, the template uses server-rendered pages, dynamic meta tags, and automatically generates sitemaps to help search engines index your directory.
What if I need help setting it up?
The template includes documentation covering installation, customization, and deployment. Community support is available via the product's Discord or email.
