Directory owners can now harness the power of artificial intelligence to streamline operations and enhance user experience with eDirectory v13.8. This latest release introduces comprehensive AI integration alongside essential improvements that help directory sites grow more efficiently.
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Transform Your Content Strategy with AI-Powered Tools
AI SEO Assistant: Optimize Listings for Better Search Rankings
The new AI SEO Assistant analyzes your listing content and provides instant recommendations to improve search engine visibility. Directory owners can now help their clients create more discoverable listings without requiring SEO expertise.
Automated Content Moderation
Enable AI-powered content moderation to automatically review user-generated content, including leads, reviews, and contact messages before publication. This feature helps maintain content quality while reducing manual oversight time.
Smart Content Creation and Form Assistance
Generate custom HTML content for the Page Editor’s Custom Widget using AI.
Enhanced Review Management with ai
Two new AI features improve the review experience:
- AI-Powered Review Replies: Sponsors can generate professional responses to customer reviews with AI assistance
- AI-Generated Review Summaries: Users see concise summaries of all reviews at a glance, available on both web and mobile platforms
Flexible AI Configuration
Choose your preferred OpenAI model for AI features, with GPT-4 now set as the default option. This gives directory owners control over AI performance based on their specific needs.
Expand Your Mapping Options with OpenStreetMap Support
eDirectory v13.8 introduces OpenStreetMap as an alternative to Google Maps. This addition provides directory owners with more flexibility in mapping solutions and can help reduce dependency on single-provider mapping services.
Enhanced Customization and Mobile Features
Unlimited Badge Creation
Create as many custom badges as needed to highlight different types of listings, giving directory owners more ways to categorize and promote featured content.
Mobile App Market Selection
The Market Selection Plugin now works seamlessly with the mobile app, ensuring consistent functionality across all platforms.
Customizable Field Labels
Rename the “Zip code” field to match regional preferences (such as “Postal code”), improving user experience for international directories.
Improved Subscription Management
Sponsors now receive automated emails after subscription cancellations, with fully customizable templates available in the Email Editor.
Technical Improvements and Bug Fixes
This release includes 36 fixes and improvements that enhance system stability and user experience:
- Checkout Process: Fixed discount code errors and subscription display issues
- Sponsor Dashboard: Resolved JavaScript errors and improved functionality with plugins
- Import System: Fixed image import issues in specific scenarios
- Subscription Management: Corrected renewal date handling and payment processing
- Admin Panel: Improved navigation, fixed layout issues, and updated support links
- Multi-language Support: Standardized terminology across all language versions
Platform Compatibility Enhancements
Several fixes address compatibility with modern web technologies, including improvements for CloudFlare users and enhanced mobile app functionality.
Why Upgrade to eDirectory v13.8?
For Directory Owners:
- Reduce content moderation workload with AI automation
- Improve listing quality and search rankings automatically
- Offer enhanced services to sponsors with AI-powered tools
- Expand mapping options beyond Google Maps
- Create unlimited promotional badges
For Sponsors:
- Generate better listing content with AI assistance
- Respond to reviews more effectively with AI help
- Understand customer feedback quickly through review summaries
- Experience fewer technical issues with improved stability
For End Users:
- Access better-quality, AI-optimized content
- Benefit from faster page loads and fewer errors
- Enjoy a consistent experience across web and mobile platforms
- View concise review summaries for quick decision-making
Ready to Upgrade?
This new eDirectory version represents a significant step forward in membership directory management. The combination of AI-powered features and stability improvements makes this update essential for competitive directory operations.
- Are you an existing eDirectory customer? Fill out the upgrade request form: Upgrade Now
- New to eDirectory? Experience the power of AI-enhanced directory management with a personalized demo: Request Demo
