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If you’re a small business, a new startup, a home-based creator, or a freelancer just beginning your journey, DORZ is the perfect place to get discovered. Our Recommendations category was built to help local businesses shine, connect with real customers, and grow organically inside their own neighborhoods.

Why Small Businesses Love the Recommendations Category

1. It’s free exposure to real locals

DORZ connects you directly to people living around you. Whether you’re a baker, tutor, fitness instructor, cleaner, designer, or creator of any kind, you can introduce yourself to an audience that actually cares – your own community.

2. Free for everyone – as long as it’s fair and sincere

The Recommendations category is completely free and available to everyone, as long as the recommendations you share are honest, fair, and sincere. DORZ is a community-first platform, and we want every business to be represented truthfully so users can trust what they discover.

3. Share your story, services, and offers

This category is more than a space for listings – it’s a place where you can talk about:

• Who you are
• What you offer
• What inspired your business
• What makes your service unique
• Photos, updates, and customer experiences

Authentic stories and helpful recommendations build stronger relationships than traditional advertising.

4. Build trust within your community

People naturally prefer to hire or buy from businesses recommended by others in their neighborhood. When locals see your business featured on DORZ, your credibility grows instantly.

5. Zero fees to place your recommendation 

Unlike other platforms that charge for visibility or take a cut from your earnings, DORZ lets you promote your business for free, without any hidden fees or commissions.

Perfect for All Types of Businesses

Whether you’re offering:

• Beauty or wellness services
• Home repair or cleaning
• Fitness coaching
• Tutoring or workshops
• Food, baking, or catering
• Creative or digital services
• Pet care
• Handmade products

…DORZ gives you an easy and intuitive way to reach customers nearby.
How to Get Started

1. Open the DORZ app
2. Go to Connect to Residents > Recommendations
3. Share a sincere introduction about your business]
4. Add photos, services, and contact details
5. Engage with your local community

That’s it — your business becomes visible to thousands of people around you.

DORZ: Built to Support Local Communities

Our mission is to empower neighborhoods – and that includes supporting the small and new businesses that make every community thrive. If you’re ready to get discovered, start sharing your story today in the free, fair, and sincere Recommendations category on DORZ.