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Better Membership Websites

New Features: We added the ability to override the Member and Post Search Results Layout design setting by adding a request parameter in the URL of a search results page. Use the v

A membership website, like any website, requires some planning and forethought prior to launching. They also require the dedication of an enthusiastic owner to maintain a solid mem

A membership website is very different from most websites in how they work. A common function of membership websites is to deliver exclusive content and services (such as providing

A live chat feature on your membership website is integral if you want to offer effective customer service to your website’s members and/or visitors. Without it, members may

This Tip of the Week covers topics including: 1:10 – When to Use Sub-Categories for Posts 1:48 – Setting Up Sub-Categories for Classifieds 2:45 – Example: Classif

A membership website is an online business provides content and exclusive features to users who register either for a free or paid account. It’s an element that adds a notion of

Managing a membership website without a marketing plan is the same as setting out on a sea journey without a map and compass. You don’t know where you are and what is most im

New Features: We added the ability to search by Widget ID on the “Widget Manager” page in the Admin. We added the option to limit homepage “Recent” widgets

Key Topics: 2:00 – UPDATE: Admin can identify when spam is detected 6:32 – UPDATE: View member upgrades in Activity Tracker 6:57 – UPDATE: New login page redirect

Member acquisition is one of the primary factors that determines how successful you’ll be in attracting new members. It’s a crucial step for many types of online businesses

Dropdown menus on your website can be an incredibly useful organizational tool, helping fit more info into a confined space. Hard coding a dropdown menu with submenu items can be a

Key Topics: 1:04 – Explaining the default post categories 2:00 – Editing default post categories 5:43 – Getting a specific post category’s URL 6:21 – Addi

Key Topics: 2:38 – UPDATE: Highlight Featured Members add-on Text Position 4:55 – UPDATE: Streaming Widget Background Colors 7:40 – UPDATE: Limit Posts in Streami

Cyber attacks and security breaches are becoming ever more prevalent for both small businesses and large organizations. In just the last year SWIFT, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield,

In this Webinar Wednesday segment we covered how to edit the SEO elements on member search results pages in general, including how to add additional content to the body of all memb

It’s one of the biggest challenges with online communities – getting members to contribute content to your website… and it’s an essential part of growing your o

The recent release of the Brilliant Directories Easy Coupon Codes has revolutionized how directory owners approach potential members which has led to many more paid subscriptions.

It’s so easy to seamlessly integrate your preferred payment gateway with your Brilliant Directories website to process transactions and manage sales. Choose from PayPal, Auth

Let’s set the scene… You’re planning on launching a new membership website for your industry. You know what the business model is going to be, you have prepared well for

A successful membership business can be successful with a little strategic planning before getting started. This is the earliest stage of this process, and it’s important to enga