SFR Directory Category Display Reviews, Downloads & Maintenance

SFR Directory Category Display solves a common issue with popular directory plugins: category descriptions, images, and subcategories added in the admin area don’t appear on the front end. This leaves category pages looking incomplete and provides a poor user experience.

Perfect for Directorist, GeoDirectory, and Business Directory Plugin users who want professional category pages without expensive premium subscriptions.

Why Category Pages Matter

Category pages are often the first impression visitors have of your directory. Rich descriptions, images, and subcategory navigation help users understand your content structure and find what they need faster.

Improve your directory with:

Better SEO through rich category content
Improved user engagement and navigation
Professional category presentation
Clear content hierarchy

Free Forever

Professional category display shouldn’t require expensive subscriptions. SFR Directory Category Display gives you real value at no cost:

FREE Version – Full category description display, images, subcategories, SEO analysis
Pro Version – Optional upgrade for shortcodes, advanced analytics, animations, custom styling (from £7/year), Lifetime Licence available too.

Multi-Platform Support

Compatible with three major directory platforms:

Directorist – Full integration with free and Pro versions
GeoDirectory – Complete compatibility
Business Directory Plugin – Full support

The plugin automatically detects which directory platform you’re using and displays category content accordingly. No configuration needed.

Supported Directory Plugins

Directorist – Display categories, tags, and locations
GeoDirectory – Show category descriptions and images
Business Directory Plugin – Display category content and subcategories

Key Features

Automatic Category Display

Category descriptions appear automatically on front end
Tag descriptions displayed on tag pages
Location descriptions supported (Directorist)
Works with your existing theme
No configuration required

Image & Visual Display

Category images displayed when available
Subcategory listings with icons
Grid and list layout options
Theme-friendly styling

SEO & Analytics

Basic SEO scoring and content quality analysis
Completion tracking for categories and tags
Analytics dashboard in admin
Content improvement insights

Support From Richard Toolkit

Launch companion dashboards for Map and Analytics plugins
Quick access to other SFR plugins
Direct links to free website tools directory
Seamless ecosystem integration

Privacy-Focused

All functionality runs locally on your WordPress installation
No external API calls or data sharing
No user data collection
Lightweight and cache-friendly

External Services

This plugin does not connect to any external services. All functionality runs entirely on your WordPress installation.

Privacy

This plugin does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. All functionality runs locally on your WordPress installation.

Additional Info

The Complete Directory Toolkit

SFR Directory Category Display is part of an integrated three-plugin ecosystem:

SFR Directory Category Display – Optimise category presentation
SFR Directory Map – Visualise geographic distribution
SFR Directory Analytics – Understand what’s performing

Use them together for comprehensive directory management across Directorist, GeoDirectory, and Business Directory platforms.

Why Choose SFR Directory Category Display?

Whether you’re running a business directory, classifieds site, or local listings portal – better category pages improve SEO, user engagement, and overall directory quality.

Get Started Today

Install the free plugin
Category descriptions display automatically
Customise layout and styling as needed

No configuration required. Better category pages instantly.

Documentation & Support

Other SFR Directory Plugins

SFR Directory Map – Geographic visualisation
SFR Directory Analytics – Track listing performance

Made with ❤️ by directory owners, for directory owners

Installation

Upload the plugin files to /wp-content/plugins/sfr-directory-category-display/ or install through the WordPress admin.
Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen.
Ensure you have one of these plugins installed: Directorist, Business Directory Plugin, or GeoDirectory.
Visit any category page to see descriptions automatically displayed.
Optionally configure settings under the plugin admin menu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which directory plugins are supported?

SFR Directory Category Display works with:

Directorist (free and Pro versions)
GeoDirectory (free and premium versions)
Business Directory Plugin (free and premium versions)

The plugin automatically detects which platform you’re using.

Does this work with all themes?

Yes, the plugin includes theme-friendly styling that adapts to your theme’s design automatically. The styling is designed to work seamlessly with most WordPress themes without requiring additional customisation.

Is this plugin compatible with the premium versions of the supported directories?

This plugin has been tested for compatibility with the free versions of Directorist, Business Directory Plugin, and GeoDirectory. It may work with their premium versions, but this has not yet been formally tested.

Will this slow down my website?

No. The plugin is lightweight and only loads on category pages where needed. It uses WordPress best practices and has minimal performance impact.

Do I need to configure anything?

The plugin works automatically after activation. Optional settings are available in the admin menu for layout and display customisation, but no configuration is required for basic functionality.

Does it work with tags?

Yes, the plugin displays tag descriptions on tag pages just like category descriptions. Location descriptions are also supported for Directorist.

Can I customize the styling?

Yes, basic styling options are included free. The plugin includes layout options (grid and list views) and theme-friendly styling. Advanced customisation options including custom CSS and color controls are available in the Pro version.

What happens if I deactivate the plugin?

When you deactivate the plugin, category descriptions will no longer be displayed on the frontend, but all plugin settings and data are preserved. When you reactivate the plugin, everything will work exactly as before. Plugin data is only removed when you completely delete the plugin from your site.

Does it work with custom taxonomies?

Currently, the plugin works with the standard category and tag taxonomies of the supported directory plugins. Directorist location taxonomy is also supported. Custom taxonomies are not yet supported.

Can I exclude certain categories?

No, the plugin currently displays descriptions for all categories that have them. Category exclusion is not available in this version.

Does this work with Directorist Pro?

Yes! SFR Directory Category Display is compatible with Directorist (both free and Pro versions). The plugin detects Directorist automatically and works with both legacy archive systems and native WordPress taxonomy pages (Directorist 8.5+).

Does this work with multiple directory plugins at once?

The plugin automatically detects which directory plugin you’re using. If you have multiple directory plugins active, it will work with the first one it detects. For best results, use one primary directory plugin.

Where do I get support?

Free version users: Post in the WordPress.org support forum
Pro version users: Priority email support
Critical issues: We aim to release fixes within 48 hours

Is there a Pro/Premium version available?

Yes! SFR Directory Category Display Pro is available with additional features including:

Shortcode support for category descriptions
Advanced SEO analytics and reporting
Subcategory animations
Custom CSS editor
Priority support
Multi-site licenses

Affordable Pricing

5 sites: £7/year (~$9)
Lifetime: £9 one-time (~$12)
30-day money-back guarantee

Learn more about Pro

How do I upgrade to Pro?

Continue using the free version as long as you like
When you need Pro features (shortcodes, advanced analytics, animations), visit our website
Purchase a license (£7/year or £9 lifetime for 5 sites)
Install Pro version alongside (or replace) free version
Activate with your license key

30-day money-back guarantee on all Pro purchases.

What if I switch directory platforms?

Your category descriptions and settings stay with you. SFR works across Directorist, GeoDirectory, and Business Directory Plugin, so switching platforms doesn’t mean losing your content or learning a new tool.

What if I find a bug or compatibility issue?

We actively maintain this plugin and respond quickly to issues:

Free version users: Post in the WordPress.org support forum
Pro version users: Priority email support
Critical issues: We aim to release fixes within 48 hours

We test with the major directory platforms, but if you encounter an edge case we haven’t seen, we’ll work with you to resolve it quickly.

Who built this?

Richard Jemmett – WordPress developer with 25+ years web development experience. Co-founded iFootpath (acquired by AllTrails in 2019). Runs multiple successful directory businesses and uses these tools daily.

Support From Richard specialises in directory enhancement plugins. Learn more

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Screenshots

Category page showing automatic description display with theme-friendly formatting
Settings page displaying layout and display configuration options
Subcategory display in grid layout with category icons and descriptions
Tag page displaying tag descriptions with consistent styling
Analytics dashboard tracking category and tag completion status

Changelog

5.1.4

Feature: Added Pro upgrade notice that appears after 7 days of plugin usage, helping users discover Pro features including shortcodes, advanced analytics, animations, and custom styling.
Enhancement: Notice includes two dismissal options – permanent dismissal or 15-day temporary dismissal.
Enhancement: Activation date tracking added to enable time-based notice display.
Fix: Minor code improvements and security enhancements.

5.1.3

Enhancement: The Support From Richard Toolkit now appears directly on the Settings & Help screen (admin.php?page=sfr-directory-category-display-admin) so admins can access companion dashboards without leaving the main configuration page.
Fix: Updated the uninstall routine and analytics templates with prefixed variables and WordPress metadata helpers to clear the remaining Plugin Check warnings.

5.1.2

Feature: Added the Support From Richard Toolkit card inside the Documentation screen so site owners can jump directly to companion plugin dashboards, free downloads, and Pro upgrades.
Enhancement: Added a new teal/amber CTA promoting the Support From Richard tools directory for quick access to free auditing resources.

5.1.1

Fix: Removed decorative 60px accent line on subcategories section that appeared as thick/bold on left side
Fix: Removed excessive border-left styling from category description containers
Enhancement: Cleaner, more uniform horizontal line styling between description and subcategories
Enhancement: Added inline CSS override to ensure immediate visual consistency

5.1.0

Compatibility: Added full support for Directorist 8.5 native WordPress taxonomy archives
Enhancement: Plugin now works seamlessly with both Directorist’s legacy archive system and new native WP taxonomy pages (toggle on/off)
Enhancement: Automatically detects which archive system Directorist is using – no configuration needed
Fix: Tag descriptions now display correctly with Directorist 8.5 native taxonomy archives
Fix: Location descriptions now supported on Directorist location taxonomy pages
Enhancement: Improved admin interface – renamed “Admin Settings” to “Settings and Help” for clarity
Enhancement: Added prominent “Get Pro Version” button to admin settings
Enhancement: Updated documentation links to point to WordPress.org and online help resources
Tested: Confirmed full compatibility with Directorist 8.5 on both local and live sites

5.0.9

WordPress.org compliance: Fixed generic constant names (UDCD_* to SFRDCD_*)
WordPress.org compliance: Fixed generic script/style handles
WordPress.org compliance: Fixed JavaScript global variable names
Enhanced code uniqueness to prevent conflicts with other plugins

5.0.8

WordPress.org compliance: All features now freely available
WordPress.org compliance: Removed custom CSS editor
WordPress.org compliance: Removed all licence validation
WordPress.org compliance: Standardised all prefixes to sfrdcd_
WordPress.org compliance: Removed all inline CSS and JavaScript
Simplified analytics dashboard with category and tag completion tracking

5.0.0

Initial public release
Automatic category and tag description display for Directorist, Business Directory Plugin, and GeoDirectory
Category image display with theme-friendly styling
Subcategory listings with grid and list layout options
Full WordPress.org compliance with standardized prefixes
Proper asset enqueueing for all CSS and JavaScript
Theme compatibility and responsive design
Clean uninstall functionality

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