Bid directories are presenting newer techniques to list your websites and giving you backlinks. Traditionally, directories list your site and it gets listed with thousands of others, eventually losing presence in the mix. Bid directories on the other hand, gives you the opportunity to remain at the top at the end or anywhere in between by bidding. This is the primary benefit of bid directories.

Another benefit is that they are inexpensive. Bidding Web Directory is one, among others that has a starting bid of $1. If you happen to be the link leader, your link will be promoted on every page of their website. What's unique about Safaari Bid Directory
is that the link leader gets additional exposure from their peel of advertising. If you lose your top position because someone has outbid you, you can increase your bid at anytime.

One more benefit is that your link becomes permanent for as long as the directory is live. All you do at this point is increase your bid as often as needed. This permanent link can provide ongoing high exposure for your website, with a worthwhile return on your investment.