Worldwide, 80% of Internet users surf the web on a daily basis to search for a variety of topics such as entertainment, news and local products or services. According to “Nielsen Group”, 73% use a search engine to find the company's website and 71% of those who search online for local products and services visit the store or contact the business via phone or email. A 2009 study conducted by “Madar Research”, based in Dubai, reported in 2008 a 33.76% growth in Internet usage in the Middle East and North African region (MENA), reaching 52.7 Million Arabic users, compared to the previous year.
The increasing need of users to find information about local products and services makes the Internet a pivotal marketing channel for businesses. Searchers rely heavily on local business listings as their primary source of information when searching for a product or service in their local area. Face-to-face businesses seek online services to help them increase awareness, build loyalty and expand the level of interaction with their customers. According to TMP Directional Marketing, a consulting firm specialized in local marketing research, online search is the number one most satisfying medium for customers seeking business products and services. Can YOU be found?
Ayna® Local Business Listings
Local search is an effective means of advertising for your business in order to connect with your audience, freeing you from having to maintain a website. A comprehensive business listing is a sign of professionalism and a must-have for businesses looking for broader exposure and higher revenues. Local Business Listings allow customers to search for businesses that provide the brands, products, and services they seek. Typical business listings include basic information about the business, description of the products and services, contact information, as well as location on map and directions.
Ayna® Local lists your business on ayna.com, the leading Arabic search engine in the MENA region. Ayna® provides your business an integrated, proven and easy-to-use solution. Ayna® Local is accessible online and on mobile to guarantee exposure of your business. Its unique selling proposition is its full coverage of the Arab world and professional premium services, giving you the exposure that your business needs.
Free Basic Service:
This service includes standard information about your business, such as contact information, business information, maps and directions. You can customize your listing by highlighting the brands, products and services you offer.
Paid Premium Service:
The Premium Service is for businesses who are seeking to establish a solid presence online.
Local Business Listing Comparison
AYNA | Yahoo! | ||||
Complete Regional Coverage | Jordan, Oman, UAE, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, KSA, Bahrain, Qatar, Iraq, Kuwait, Algeria, Tunis, Morocco, Libya, Egypt, Yemen, Sudan | x | x | B A S E R V I C E | P R E M I U M S E R V I C E $ |
Contact Information | - Company description; Category | yes | yes | ||
Business Information | - Products and services; Payment Methods; Brands Available; Branches | yes | yes | ||
Product Description | - Add your own custom section | yes | yes | ||
Maps and Directions | - Turn by turn direction to and from your business | yes | yes | ||
Company Logo | - Upload your company logo | yes | yes | ||
Translation into Multiple Languages | - We translate your business info into Arabic, English & French | x | x | ||
Post Videos | - Upload up to 50 videos | x | x | ||
Post Photos | - Upload up to 100 photos | x | x | ||
How to get listed on Ayna® Local Search?
Please email sales 43 at aynacorp dot com