peachweb Posted February 10, 2005 Posted February 10, 2005 I am looking for an open source php script to allow visitors to my site to submit their favorite links. I have looked at phplinks, and could not install it to save my life. I may try it again this evening. But, I was hoping to get a few suggestions from the group. Format like this... ----------------------------------------------- Category1 Category2 Category3 sub-category sub-category sub-category sub-category sub-category sub-category Or sumpin' like that Quote
TCH-Thomas Posted February 10, 2005 Posted February 10, 2005 Have a look at this one: http://www.biz-directory.org/directory_script.php Quote
peachweb Posted February 10, 2005 Author Posted February 10, 2005 I'll give it a shot. Thank You Thomas. Quote
peachweb Posted February 10, 2005 Author Posted February 10, 2005 And it looks like it will be easier to install Quote
TCH-Thomas Posted February 10, 2005 Posted February 10, 2005 It is really easy to install. I havent launched the site I am using it on for the public yet, but it is the nicest links directory script I have ever worked with. Quote
mstumpf Posted December 9, 2005 Posted December 9, 2005 It is really easy to install. I havent launched the site I am using it on for the public yet, but it is the nicest links directory script I have ever worked with. Hi there, I hope you can help me!! I tried the phplinks and the directions are scarce, then I saw your post and gave it up entirely and downloaded the one you recommended. But, i cannot seem to get past the install (step 2) Screen. It is telling me "The database connection has not been accomplished. Check the file config.php fits this model. So, I'm guessing I don't have the appropriate information plugged into it. I went into cpanel and created a DB - it's called myusername_links. Then I added a user: it's called myusername_user and myusername_password. I left hostname and "localhost" and prefix as "dir_" Am I pulling incorrect information from somewhere? Any help you could provide would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!! Quote
TCH-Bruce Posted December 9, 2005 Posted December 9, 2005 Welcome to the forums mstumpf Your password entered in config.php would be just the password without your user name. To connect to any DB you create it would be: host: localhost dbname: cpanelname_database-you-created dbuser: cpanelname_user-you-created AND added to the database-you-created password: password-you-created Hope that helps Quote
mstumpf Posted December 9, 2005 Posted December 9, 2005 Thank you so much for the help!!! That worked!! Also, do you know if I have to keep all the ads that pop up on the index page? http://www.timelessinvitations.com/links/index.php Thanks again, Michelle Quote
TCH-Bruce Posted December 9, 2005 Posted December 9, 2005 From their web site Free License To use the directory script completely free of charge, the Biz Directory links at the bottom of the pages must stay intact. * You may customize the script design and structure to suit your web site needs * You may not distribute this script or accomplish code modifications without permission Remove Copyright Links ($50) The license gives you the ability to remove the "Powered by... Biz Directory" copyright at the bottom of each page. It also features private technical support and upgrade services. License applies to a unique site/url. Type the url where you have installed / will install the script: Quote
mstumpf Posted December 9, 2005 Posted December 9, 2005 Hi Rob and Steve! Thomas - you're right! Thanks Bruce - I saw that and I guess I was too tired while burning the way-past-midnight oil and figured it was their link at the bottom, not a set of pre-filled links. I don't so much mind the links, but would rather they pertained to my site - I see the links on the sub-pages apply, but not on the main page. Although, it looks like if I change the title, it will change the links that are provided, so I just answered my own question! Ok, do you know off hand if I can remove the extra links with the $50 license? If not, no problem, just thought I would ask if you knew offhand. Thanks guys, you're great!! Michelle Quote
TCH-Bruce Posted December 9, 2005 Posted December 9, 2005 Sorry Michelle, I don't have a clue. Have you asked them? Quote
mstumpf Posted December 9, 2005 Posted December 9, 2005 Sorry Michelle, I don't have a clue. Have you asked them? I just sent them an email - they're in Spain. I'll let you know what they say for your reference. Thanks so much for your help! I really appreciate it! Michelle Quote
OldTimer Posted December 10, 2005 Posted December 10, 2005 (edited) If that script doesn't meet your needs, you may want to take a look at http://www.esyndicat.com/ There's a free version and a paid version. I think you'll like the extra features it has. Support is great. You can see the demo here of the pro version: http://www.esyndicat.com/demo/ For $49 you can get the Pro Version. Best bet is to try out the free version and see if you like it. 100% SEO friendly, custom title tags, meta tags and url friendly.Give it a try. Stop by the forums there. Simon is the developer and I help out on the forums. By the way. I get nothing for promoting this. Greg Edited December 10, 2005 by OldTimer Quote
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