Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing & Member Directories for WordPress

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Directory searches this plugin turns up in, and which way each one is moving. WordPress.org publishes no history of search positions, so this starts the day we first tracked a keyword and never backfills.

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640 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 20 listed. 533 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words).

Directory rank vs rivals

wp.org popularity rank over time · higher is better · when a rival's line climbs above yours, they've overtaken you

How often this plugin actually ships. A steady rhythm is the maintenance signal a single "last updated" date can't show.

Share of active installs on each version of this plugin · 86% run the current release. Green is the current release; a big slice on older versions is a user base that has stopped updating.

Crossed into this band 4.8 years ago; the previous band took 6.7 years to cross, which places it about 50% of the way through.

1. ★★★★★ whisperchill

   4mo ago

   Great little plugin BUT for the goddamn popup asking me to subscribe EVERY time I click anywhere within this plugin.

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2. ★★★★★ LeifQ

   6mo ago

   You get quite a bit packed in for a free version. I also haven’t run into any major conflicts or issues either. It’s installed on a pure block theme (FSE). Overall, I’ve been pleased with how the plugin has provided the needed functionality for the site thus far. I wouldn’t hesitate to upgrade to a paid plan should a project require the additional features and functionality.

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3. ★★★★★ dwburdick

   7mo ago

   I think this tool could be so much more. While the information for listings is easy to manage, the payment system for those listings is not. Again, think the systems could be integrated better.

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4. ★★★★★ fltdarryl

   9mo ago

   We have used the Business Directory product for 5 or 6 years now. We’ve only contacted support a couple of times. Resolution has been fast and efficient each time.

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5. ★★★★★ Big Frank

   10mo ago

   I inherited this plugin from the previous webmaster who had literally done zero customisation or maintenance. I realised something wasn’t working in the “Regions” add-on and sent a support email on New Year’s Eve! My enquiry was replied to the same day and by the 5th of January their tech support had been onto the back end and the problem was resolved. It was an easy fix but only if you know what you’re doing, as is often the case. I’m extremely grateful they responded so quickly and efficiently. Now our users who live in Belgium are visible to the world again!

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6. ★★★★★ sjuettn

   12mo ago

   You can use it for a simple membership directory or a very complex resource reference directory. If you are adept in WordPress it is built on the same concepts so easy to understand. Has a decent chat bot for simple questions but Premium support is excellent with very quick response. Well worth it.

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7. ★★★★★ preadman

   1.0y ago

   Been using this plugin for years. It does all we want and more, and on the odd occasion we have needed support that has always been prompt, courteous and helpful.

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8. ★★★★★ mpagoul

   1.0y ago

   A great plugin and a great supporting team, willing to quickly help with any problem!

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Recent releases and news for this plugin

1. — Version 6.4.25 Fix: Sticky listings not sorting correctly when using plan order sort options Fix: Translated listings showing empty field values instead of falling back to the original listing Fix: WPML translation jobs not saving cust 6.4.25
2. — Version 6.4.24 Fix: Issues in admin form field and fee reorder actions Fix: Issues downloading and installing theme updates Fix: Error when attempting to edit a listing that does not exist 6.4.24
3. — Version 6.4.23 Fix: PHP Deprecation Notices Fix: Stripe event handling issues Fix: Error when renewing listings as an admin Fix: Remove double HTML encoding in CSV category import 6.4.23
4. — Version 6.4.22 Fix: Directory not recognizing successful payments after failed payment Fix: Advanced CPT uses default directory URL instead of listing URL Fix: Expired email template new line issue 6.4.22
5. — Version 6.4.21 Enhancement: Added backend validation for the fields Fix: PHP Notices Fix: Bug with HTML tags in email templates Fix: Bug when importing tags into a checkbox field Fix: Security Vulnerabilities 6.4.21
6. — Version 6.4.20 Enhancement: Security improvements Fix: Issue with long export URLs 6.4.20

All 25 disclosed vulnerabilities are patched in the current version (6.4.29). Sites still on an older version should update.

1. Patched Medium · 4.9 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing & Member Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.27 - Authenticated (Administrator+) SQL Injection ↗
   2026-09-30 CVE-2026-62097 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 6.4.27 Patched in 6.4.28
2. Patched Medium · 4.3 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing & Member Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.27 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Insecure Direct Object Reference ↗
   2026-09-24 CVE-2026-94173 Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key Affects <= 6.4.27 Patched in 6.4.28
3. Patched Medium · 5.3 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing & Member Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.26 - Missing Authorization ↗
   2026-09-03 CVE-2026-84758 Missing Authorization Affects <= 6.4.26 Patched in 6.4.27
4. Patched Medium · 5.3 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing & Member Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.26 - Unauthenticated Insecure Direct Object Reference ↗
   2026-09-03 CVE-2026-84769 Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key Affects <= 6.4.26 Patched in 6.4.27
5. Patched High · 7.2 Business Directory <= 6.4.25 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting ↗
   2026-08-12 CVE-2026-28004 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 6.4.25 Patched in 6.4.26
6. Patched Medium · 6.4 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.24 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ↗
   2026-07-28 CVE-2026-61959 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 6.4.24 Patched in 6.4.25
7. Patched Medium · 6.4 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.22 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ↗
   2026-06-29 CVE-2026-57328 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 6.4.22 Patched in 6.4.23
8. Patched Medium · 5.3 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.23 - Missing Authorization ↗
   2026-06-29 CVE-2026-57339 Missing Authorization Affects <= 6.4.23 Patched in 6.4.24
9. Patched High · 7.2 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.22 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting ↗
   2026-06-29 CVE-2026-57326 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 6.4.22 Patched in 6.4.23
10. Patched Medium · 5.3 Business Directory Plugin <= 6.4.20 - Missing Authorization to Unauthenticated Arbitrary Listing Modification ↗
    2026-02-17 CVE-2026-1656 Missing Authorization Affects <= 6.4.20 Patched in 6.4.21
11. Patched High · 7.5 Business Directory Plugin <= 6.4.21 - Unauthenticated SQL Injection via payment Parameter ↗
    2026-02-17 CVE-2026-2576 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 6.4.21 Patched in 6.4.22
12. Patched Medium · 4.3 Business Directory <= 6.4.19 - Missing Authorization ↗
    2025-12-15 CVE-2025-64630 Missing Authorization Affects <= 6.4.19 Patched in 6.4.20
13. Patched Medium · 4.3 Business Directory <= 6.4.19 - Cross-Site Request Forgery ↗
    2025-12-03 CVE-2025-67596 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects <= 6.4.19 Patched in 6.4.20
14. Patched Medium · 4.3 Business Directory <= 6.4.18 - Missing Authorization ↗
    2025-10-19 CVE-2025-64219 Missing Authorization Affects <= 6.4.18 Patched in 6.4.19
15. Patched Medium · 5.3 Business Directory Plugin - Easy Listing Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.14 - Insecure Direct Object Reference to Listing Arbitrary Image Addition ↗
    2025-03-12 CVE-2024-13887 Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key Affects <= 6.4.14 Patched in 6.4.15
16. Patched High · 7.4 Business Directory Plugin <= 6.4.3 - Authenticated (Author+) CSV Injection ↗
    2024-06-17 CVE-2023-5527 Improper Neutralization of Formula Elements in a CSV File Affects <= 6.4.3 Patched in 6.4.4
17. Patched Critical · 9.8 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing Directories for WordPress <= 6.4.2 - Unauthenticated SQL Injection via listingfields Parameter ↗
    2024-05-21 CVE-2024-4443 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 6.4.2 Patched in 6.4.3
18. Patched Medium · 5.4 Business Directory Plugin <= 6.3.9 - Missing Authorization via dispatch ↗
    2023-12-27 CVE-2023-51516 Missing Authorization Affects <= 6.3.9 Patched in 6.3.10
19. Patched Medium · 4.3 Business Directory Plugin <= 6.3.10 - Cross-Site Request Forgery ↗
    2023-11-28 CVE-2023-5803 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects <= 6.3.10 Patched in 6.3.11
20. Patched Medium · 5.4 Business Directory Plugin <= 5.11.1 - Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting ↗
    2021-04-12 CVE-2021-24250 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 5.11.1 Patched in 5.11.2
21. Patched Medium · 4.3 Business Directory Plugin <= 5.11.1 - Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary Payment History Update ↗
    2021-04-12 CVE-2021-24251 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects <= 5.11.1 Patched in 5.11.2
22. Patched High · 8.8 Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing Directories for WordPress <= 5.11.1 - Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary Listing Export ↗
    2021-04-12 CVE-2021-24249 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects <= 5.11.1 Patched in 5.11.2
23. Patched High · 7.2 Business Directory Plugin <= 5.11 - Authenticated PHP4 Upload ↗
    2021-04-11 CVE-2021-24248 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type Affects <= 5.11 Patched in 5.11.1
24. Patched High · 8.8 Business Directory Plugin < 5.11 - Cross-Site Request Forgery ↗
    2021-04-11 CVE-2021-24178 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects <= 5.11 Patched in 5.11.1
25. Patched High · 8.8 Business Directory Plugin <= 5.10.1 - Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File Upload ↗
    2021-04-11 CVE-2021-24179 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects <= 5.10.1 Patched in 5.11

Translated into 12 languages, 1 at 90% or more

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Growth timeline

Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow

1. 2022-01-19 20K+ → 10K+ down after 2429 days in tier
2. 2015-05-27 10K+ → 20K+ up

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Business Directory Plugin – Easy Listing & Member Directories for WordPress: 10K+ active installs, 4.6★ (504 reviews). Plugin Pulse (WP Mayor), as of 2026-11-01. https://plugins.wpmayor.com/plugin/business-directory-plugin