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Why Thousands Trust WNY Thrive to Find Local Businesses
Thousands of Western New York residents turn to WNY Thrive to find reputable local businesses, nonprofits, and service providers. Unlike national directories, our platform is dedicated to strengthening the regional economy by promoting verified, community-driven organizations throughout the region.
Who Qualifies for a Local Listing on WNY Thrive?
Your business or nonprofit qualifies if you:
- Operate in Greater Buffalo, Rochester, the Finger Lakes, or surrounding areas
- Manage a blog or organization that positively promotes our local communities
Please review our Listing Guidelines and Terms of Service for eligibility.
Compare Free vs. Premium Local Listings
WNY Thrive offers Free Local Listings to help you connect with consumers, but Premium Listings are designed to put your business center stage. With priority placement, optimized local content, and a trusted link strategy that strengthens your online authority, Premium is the smartest way to boost visibility and grow in Western New York.
Free Local Listing
- Appear in relevant directory categories for Greater Buffalo and the Finger Lakes
- Get a dedicated listing page with your logo, contact info, and direct links to your website, Facebook, X, and Instagram handle.
- Highlight up to 3 core services and display up to 10 gallery images
- Add service tags like “Women-Owned,” “Minority-Owned,” or “Eco-Friendly”
- Share unlimited news, events, and promotions on our website at no cost
- Receive a feature posted on our Facebook and Instagram handles
Premium Local Listing
All Free Local Listing features, plus:
- Priority Placement at the top of directory searches and category pages
- Featured Updates on your listing and the highly visited WNY Thrive homepage
- Local SEO with enhanced content crafted to increase your rankings and organic traffic
- Build Authority & Trust with five-star reviews featured on your listing page
- Social Media Promotion of news, events, and deals on Facebook and Instagram
- Listing Page Add-ons like showcasing up to 10 services, displaying up to 25 images, and adding direct links to your booking platform or online store.
Affordable Local Plans to Grow Your Reach
For less than 58 cents a day, a Premium Local Listing amplifies your business presence across Buffalo, Rochester, and the Finger Lakes. Every dollar is reinvested into local marketing initiatives and outreach.
Pricing is month-to-month, but you can get 2 months free when you pay annually!
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Get Found by More WNY Customers
Ready to connect with thousands of local consumers? Join WNY Thrive’s trusted online directory today and experience the difference that our community can make for your business or nonprofit.
Frequently Asked Questions
WNY Thrive is 100% focused on businesses and nonprofits in Greater Buffalo, Rochester, and the Finger Lakes. Unlike national directories, our Premium Listings provide targeted marketing, SEO benefits, and priority placement to connect you with local customers.
Thousands of consumers in Greater Buffalo, Rochester, and the Finger Lakes visit WNY Thrive every month to find businesses like yours. Our strategic marketing and SEO efforts help ensure your listing reaches the right audience.
Every dollar spent on a Premium Listing stays in Western New York, directly supporting the growth of our community platform. With SEO optimization, social media promotions, and priority placement, WNY Thrive helps you gain visibility and connect with local consumers.
Yes! A Premium Listing improves how Google and other search engines index your page, making it easier for your business to appear in search results.
With priority directory placement, consumer reviews, and on-page updates, more local consumers can discover, engage with, and connect with your business online.
You can cancel anytime through Stripe's customer portal. Your Premium listing benefits remain active until the end of your billing cycle, but refunds are not available.
