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Directorist - Post Your Need
This is an add-on plugin for the Directorist directory plugin that lets visitors post their own needs or requests. Instead of only browsing what providers offer, users can describe what they are looking for, and providers and admins get notified when a new request comes in.
- Version
- 2.1
- Released
- Aug 24, 2025
- Developer
- Directorist
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Directorist
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in Directorist - Post Your Need 2.1
Version 2.1 · Aug 24, 2025
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What it does
Most directory sites work in one direction: providers list their services and visitors browse. That leaves out people who know what they want but cannot find it. Directorist - Post Your Need adds the other direction. Visitors fill out a submission form describing the service, product or solution they need, and the request appears on your directory where relevant providers can find it. It runs inside Directorist, so it follows the same functionality and design as the rest of your directory.
You control what the form collects through customizable fields and layouts, which helps the form fit your niche or industry. When someone posts a need, automated notifications let service providers and admins know. Admins can review, approve or edit submissions before they go live, which keeps the content relevant. The form is responsive for desktop, tablet and mobile users, and the plugin works with popular translation plugins for directories serving more than one language. It requires Directorist to run.
Best for
- Service directories connecting clients with local providers
- Freelancer and job request marketplaces built on Directorist
- Multilingual directory sites collecting user requests
Features
User submission form
Gives visitors a simple form for posting a specific need or request, such as a service, product or solution they are trying to find.
Customizable fields and layouts
Adjust the form fields and layout to match your niche or industry, so you collect exactly the information you need from each request.
Automated notifications
Alerts service providers and site admins when a new need is posted, so they can respond to requests quickly.
Admin moderation tools
Lets admins review, approve or edit submitted needs before publishing, helping you keep the quality and relevance of posted requests under control.
Built for Directorist
Works within the Directorist plugin, keeping functionality and design consistent with the rest of your directory website.
Responsive submission experience
Users can post their needs from desktop, tablet or mobile devices, so the form stays usable on whatever screen they have.
Translation plugin compatibility
Works with popular translation plugins, so you can present the request form and posted needs to audiences in different languages.
Questions about Directorist - Post Your Need
Do I need Directorist for this plugin to work?
Yes. This is an add-on for the Directorist directory plugin, and it runs inside your existing Directorist setup. It uses the same functionality and design as the rest of your directory rather than working as a standalone tool.
Can I change what information the request form asks for?
Yes. The form has customizable fields and layouts, so you can adapt it to your niche or industry. That lets you gather the specific details providers need to understand and respond to each request.
Can I check requests before they appear on my site?
Yes. Admins can review, approve or edit submitted needs. This gives you quality control over what gets published and helps keep posted requests relevant to your directory.
How do providers find out about new requests?
The plugin sends automated notifications when a new need is posted. Both service providers and site admins are kept informed, so they can follow up on requests without checking the site constantly.
Is Directorist - Post Your Need free?
The code of Directorist - Post Your Need is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Directorist - Post Your Need is this?
Version 2.1, released Aug 24, 2025. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Directorist - Post Your Need?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Directorist - Post Your Need automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Directorist - Post Your Need need?
Directorist - Post Your Need needs Directorist installed and active.
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