How to Become a Big Board on ForumDir 🚀

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At ForumDir, we’re looking to highlight the biggest and most active forums—known as Big Boards—and give them the recognition they deserve. If you're running a large, thriving forum community, becoming a Big Board can give you exclusive exposure and acknowledgment within our directory.

What is a Big Board?​

A Big Board refers to a forum with a significant number of registered users and active discussions. Historically, platforms like BIG-Boards.com tracked forums with 100,000+ members or forums that maintained exceptionally high levels of activity and engagement. Big Boards are the epicenters of online communities, often setting trends and being highly influential within their niches. Since the forum scene has changed where A big board in 2024 is different to a big board in 2004, we have lower requirements in place.

How to Achieve Big Board Status​

To achieve Big Board status on ForumDir, your forum must:

• Have a large, active user base (usually 50,000+ members and/or 500,000 posts).
• Show consistent activity with frequent posts, discussions, and interactions.
• Foster a strong community spirit where users are engaged and contributing regularly.

Tips for Growing Your Forum into a Big Board:

1. Consistent Engagement: Ensure that users are actively participating in discussions, hosting events, and creating valuable content.
2. Quality Moderation: Keep the environment friendly and organized, which encourages users to stay and contribute.
3. Marketing & SEO: Promote your forum on social media, utilize SEO, and partner with influencers to grow your user base.
4. Regular Content Updates: Keep discussions fresh by regularly updating topics, featuring trending issues, and fostering ongoing dialogue.
5. Niche Dominance: Focus on excelling in a specific niche to attract a dedicated and passionate user base.

Recognition for Big Boards​

As a Big Board, you’ll receive exclusive benefits on ForumDir, including:

• Special Big Board Styling: Your forum will be listed with a Big Board Prefix and styled in a way that highlights your forum’s elite status. This will make it stand out to users browsing our directory.
• Featured Spotlights: Big Boards will be featured on our homepage, gaining premium exposure to users looking for top-tier forums.
• Elite Recognition: Being part of the Big Board Club means you're recognized as one of the largest and most successful forums in your field.

This is a great opportunity for established forums to gain visibility and further solidify their place as industry leaders. By becoming a Big Board on ForumDir, you're not just part of the directory—you’re at the top of it.

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If you think your forum has what it takes to become a Big Board, apply today, and let us help you shine in the online community space!