# B2Bs

> B2Bs (b2bs.com) is the internet's largest human-curated B2B web directory. Inspired by the Open Directory Project (ODP), it provides a free, open, and community-driven directory of the best B2B websites across 22+ categories including electronics, manufacturing, software, supply chain, and more. All submissions are reviewed by human editors.

Key facts:
- Domain: https://b2bs.com/
- Language: English (global B2B audience, 40+ languages supported)
- Model: Human-curated web directory (not automated scraping)
- Content: B2B website listings organized by category + Insights/Articles section with in-depth industry analysis
- Monetization: Featured listings, ads - free basic submission for all
- Tech stack: PHP 8.5, MySQL, Redis, Smarty templating, Bootstrap 5
- Sitemap: https://b2bs.com/sitemap.xml (main index), https://b2bs.com/sitemap_articles.php (articles)

## AI Agent Resources

- [llms.txt](https://b2bs.com/llms.txt): This file - site summary for AI models
- [auth.md](https://b2bs.com/auth.md): Authentication and API access documentation
- [MCP Server Card](https://b2bs.com/.well-known/mcp.json): Model Context Protocol server discovery
- [API Catalog](https://b2bs.com/.well-known/api-catalog): Available API endpoints
- [Agent Skills](https://b2bs.com/.well-known/agent-skills/index.json): Agent-capable skills index
- [Markdown Content Negotiation](https://b2bs.com/): Send `Accept: text/markdown` header to any page for Markdown representation
- [robots.txt](https://b2bs.com/robots.txt): Crawler access rules with Content Signals (search=yes, ai-input=yes, ai-train=no)

## Main Pages

- [Home](https://b2bs.com/): Directory homepage with 22+ category browse and latest Insights articles
- [About](https://b2bs.com/about/): Project background, mission, and submission guidelines
- [Insights / Articles](https://b2bs.com/Insights/): In-depth B2B industry articles and analysis
- [Search](https://b2bs.com/search.php): Full-text directory search
- [Submit a Site](https://b2bs.com/aiurl/): AI-powered URL analysis and directory submission

## VIP Brand Showcase

- [VIP Brands](https://b2bs.com/vip-brands/): Premium B2B suppliers & manufacturers with verified brand profiles, logos, and country of origin — hand-picked and curated by B2Bs.com editorial team.

## Top Categories

- [Auto Vehicle & Accessories](https://b2bs.com/list/auto-vehicle-accessories/): Auto electronics, vehicle parts, automotive tools
- [Consumer Electronics](https://b2bs.com/list/consumer-electronics/): Audio, cameras, computers, gaming, TVs
- [Electronic Components](https://b2bs.com/list/electronic-components/): Active components, batteries, LEDs, semiconductors
- [Fashion Apparel & Fabrics](https://b2bs.com/list/fashion-apparel-fabrics/): Men's apparel, women's apparel, sportswear, fabrics
- [Food & Beverages](https://b2bs.com/list/food-beverages/): Beverage supplies, food supplies
- [Furniture & Home Decor](https://b2bs.com/list/furniture-home-decor/): Home furniture, office furniture, decorative accents
- [Hardware](https://b2bs.com/list/hardware/): General hardware, tools, sanitary ware
- [Health Care](https://b2bs.com/list/health-care/): Medical equipment, dentistry, rehabilitation
- [Home Appliances](https://b2bs.com/list/home-appliances/): Kitchen appliances, household appliances
- [Household & Pets](https://b2bs.com/list/household-pets/): Kitchenware, barware, pet supplies
- [Industrial Supplies](https://b2bs.com/list/industrial-supplies/): Building supplies, industrial components, safety
- [Machinery & Equipment](https://b2bs.com/list/machinery-equipment/): Manufacturing equipment, environmental equipment
- [Mobile Electronics](https://b2bs.com/list/mobile-electronics/): Mobile devices, wearables, AR/VR, communication
- [Mother, Kids & Toys](https://b2bs.com/list/mother-kids-toys/): Baby food, kids clothing, maternity, toys
- [Printing & Packaging](https://b2bs.com/list/printing-packaging/): Food packaging, logistics packaging, printing
- [Services](https://b2bs.com/list/services/): Business services, fabrication & design
- [Sports & Outdoors](https://b2bs.com/list/sports-outdoors/): Fitness, camping, bikes, outdoor gear
- [Smart Living Electronics](https://b2bs.com/list/smart-living-electronics/): Security cameras, robotics, access control, digital signage

## Article Categories

Articles (Insights) cover B2B industry topics including:
1. **B2B Software** - ERP, CRM, procurement platforms
2. **Best Tools** - Curated tool recommendations and reviews
3. **Supply Chain** - Logistics, procurement, inventory management
4. **Industry Guides** - Manufacturing, procurement, visibility
5. **B2B Marketing** - ABM, lead generation, sales strategies

## SEO & Indexing

- [Sitemap Index](https://b2bs.com/sitemap.xml): Main sitemap covering homepage, category pages, and language variants
- [Sitemap 1-4](https://b2bs.com/sitemap1.xml): Category and site listing pages
- [Article Sitemap](https://b2bs.com/sitemap_articles.php): Dynamic sitemap for all published articles
- [Robots.txt](https://b2bs.com/robots.txt): Crawler access rules with Content Signals
- [ads.txt](https://b2bs.com/ads.txt): Authorized advertising sellers

## Optional

- [Submit / Suggest a Site](https://b2bs.com/aiurl/): AI-powered site submission for directory listing
- [Company Listings](https://b2bs.com/company/): Individual company detail pages
- [Site Details](https://b2bs.com/site/): B2B website detail pages with descriptions and reviews