Directing is a free, multi-page Bootstrap 4 HTML5 directory listing template from ThemeWagon, created by Colorlib, built for launching business, place, or service directory websites with ready-made listing, search, and detail page layouts.
What is Directing?
Directing is a free multi-page HTML5 directory listing template built on Bootstrap 4, distributed by ThemeWagon and designed by Colorlib. It is a static front-end template — it takes no backend input — and produces 8 HTML files covering a home page with hero header, listing grids, testimonials, Google Maps, and inner pages for single listings, about, contact, and more. The template runs entirely in the browser and is compatible with Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, Safari, and mobile devices.
Key Features
- Bootstrap 4 framework — The layout grid, navigation, and UI components are built on Bootstrap 4, with CSS and SCSS source files included for customization.
- Multi-page structure — 8 HTML files provide a home page, listing pages, single item pages, and supporting pages such as blog or contact layouts.
- Hero header with search — The landing section includes a hero header with a search option and call-to-action button to capture user interest.
- Google Maps integration — A Google Maps embed is included for location-based directory entries and contact pages.
- Media and gallery components — Owl Carousel powers an image gallery with slider and modal video player, with Magnific Pop-Up for lightbox content.
- Form UIs — Includes review form, comment form, newsletter subscription form, and contact form markup ready for wiring to a backend.
- UI extras — Preloader (CSS3), custom scrollbar, price range control, tabbed content, progress bars, breadcrumbs, drop-down menu, and footer navigation are included.
- Plugins and icons — Ships with FontAwesome and Flaticon font icons, Nice Select for styled dropdowns, and SlickNav for responsive mobile navigation.
Who is it for?
- Web developers and freelancers who need a ready-made, customizable front-end for client directory projects and want to modify SCSS files for branding.
- Small business owners who want to launch a local business or service directory site quickly without starting from scratch.
- Startups that need a multi-page listing MVP with search, maps, and listings to validate a directory concept.
What can you do with Directing?
- Local business directories: List businesses with categories, images, maps, and contact details using the provided listing and single-page layouts.
- Service providers: Showcase services with progress bars, testimonials, and image galleries to build trust.
- Event or venue listing sites: Use the responsive grids and Google Maps integration to display event locations, with modal video player for promotional videos.
Pricing
Directing is free to download from ThemeWagon with an open-source license that allows use in commercial projects and lifetime free updates. No paid tier is mentioned.
FAQ
Is Directing free?
Yes, Directing is offered as a free download from ThemeWagon. The license permits open-source use, commercial projects, and lifetime free updates.
What is included in the Directing template download?
The package includes 8 HTML files, CSS and SCSS source files, JavaScript files, font icons, demo images, libraries, and plugins such as Bootstrap 4, Owl Carousel, FontAwesome, Flaticon, Nice Select, Magnific Pop-Up, and SlickNav.
Does Directing work on mobile devices?
Yes, the template is fully responsive and compatible with Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, Safari, and mobile browsers. It also includes SlickNav for mobile navigation.
Can I use Directing for commercial projects?
Yes, the license explicitly allows use in commercial projects. The template is open source and free to download.
What version of Bootstrap does Directing use?
Directing is built on Bootstrap 4. It is not based on Bootstrap 5; if you need a Bootstrap 5 directory template, look for newer ThemeWagon releases.
Alternatives
- Listrace – Free one-page Bootstrap HTML5 directory listing website template, also from ThemeWagon.
- Locals Directory – Free Bootstrap 4 HTML5 directory listing website template, similar to Directing with a different visual style.
- Skillhunt – Free Bootstrap 4 HTML5 job board website template, suited for job listings rather than business directories.
