{"id":362762,"date":"2025-09-28T11:34:56","date_gmt":"2025-09-28T05:34:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/directorist.com\/?post_type=docs&#038;p=362762"},"modified":"2026-01-29T08:29:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T02:29:53","password":"","slug":"1-getting-started","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/directorist.com\/docs\/1-getting-started\/","title":{"rendered":"1. 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What is Directorist? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to the official documentation of Directorist, the most powerful WordPress directory plugin designed to help you create any kind of listing and directory website with ease\u2014whether it&#8217;s for local businesses, service providers, classified ads, real estate, restaurants, job boards, or directory of any kind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This documentation is designed to guide you through every step of using Directorist, from installation to advanced customization. Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or a seasoned developer, you\u2019ll find everything you need to get started and make the most out of your directory website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.2. 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