Welcome to SmartDirectoryAI.
This article gives you a clear, high-level overview of the steps required to launch your directory successfully.
Each step below links to a dedicated help article with detailed instructions. Follow them in order for the fastest path to launch.
Click here to download the "Quick Start Checklist" PDF for easy reference
There are three phases:
Customize Website
Customize Emails
Operate
Phase 1: Customize Website
Configure your directory so it’s branded, monetized, and ready for traffic.
1. Customize Theme
2. Connect Payment Integration
3. Connect Custom Domain
Phase 2: Customize Emails
Customize your emails templates and setup LeadConnector.
1. Customize Email Templates
2. Enable Email Sending
Phase 3: Operate
Once installed and customized, you’re ready to launch and start generating activity.
1. Add Listings
2. Start Outreach Workflow
Optional Next Steps
These are not required to launch, but can enhance your directory’s authority and performance.
Menu builder
Customize your site navigation using the menu builder
Custom pages
Edit and add custom pages in Smart Directory AI.
Google Maps
Integrate Google Maps API keys into your Smart Directory AI app.
Purchase Phone Number
Buy a phone number from High Level and set it up for use.
Sitemap
How to use the built-in sitemap
AI Agents
Add AI agents to your site to handle inbound & outbound communication