Importance of getting listed at DMOZ?

DMOZ (earlier known as Directory of Mozilla) popularly known by Open Directory Project. Its world largest human editor based directory of quality websites. Website can be submitted to this directory at NO cost, but in order to get listed at DMOZ; one should strictly meet its submission guidelines. Once submitted, it is reviewed by directory volunteers (editors) assigned for that particular category. On editor’s approval, it gets listed at DMOZ under that particular category.

DMOZ - http://www.dmoz.org

It holds great importance in search engine industry. Many search engines & directories including big names like Google, AOL & MSN receives directory listings from DMOZ. So getting listed in DMOZ receives an upper hand and improves your positions in search engine rankings.

Above editorial from Web2Promote is purely informative & based on research & experience.