E-Commerce Directory Link Building

My e-commerce store needs a focused off-page push to lift organic rankings and authority. I want you to handle only one thing for now—link building via directory submissions. No on-page tweaks, no social media campaigns, just solid, white-hat directory work.

Scope
• Identify reputable, niche-relevant and high-authority directories (both paid and free are fine if justified).
• Create or optimise listing descriptions so they read naturally, carry the right keywords, and match each directory’s guidelines.
• Submit the site to each approved directory, choosing the most appropriate category every time.
• Track every submission and follow up until the link is live.
• Deliver a report showing directory URL, submission date, link status, and domain authority so I can verify everything quickly.

Acceptance criteria
• Minimum 40 live directory links, each DA 30+.
• Consistent NAP details across all listings.
• Zero spammy, automated, or private-network directories—every link must be manually placed and publicly visible.
• Full report delivered in Google Sheets.

I use Ahrefs and Moz to monitor progress, so aim for sources those tools recognise. If you see complementary opportunities—guest posts, influencer outreach, or social content that strengthens these listings—note them for a later phase, but keep this engagement tightly on directory submissions.

Tell me your proposed timeline and the number of directories you can realistically cover within it, and we’ll get started.