FAQ

📚 General

1.1 What do I get exactly?

• You will get access to the private Github repository with the code you need to run a directory website, and you will get lifetime updates and support.
• You will get access to other official private Github repositories built with Mkdirs (now 2 repositories), and you can use them in your own projects.
• Your products will be listed on the Mkdirs showcase section for free forever.

1.2 I don't know how to code, can I use it?

No, you need to know how to code or how to use AI tools to generate code, and we suggest you to use Cursor or VSCode as your IDE. You can check out the documentation for the detailed information.

1.3 My techstack is different, can I use it?

Yes, you can use it as long as you are comfortable with React, Next.js and TypeScript.

1.4 Can I see what I am getting before I pay?

Yes, you can explore the live demo to see what the directory website looks like, you can sign up for a free account and pay with Stripe test cards to see the payment process.

1.5 How many directory websites can I build with Mkdirs?

You can build unlimited directory websites with Mkdirs, the only limit is your imagination.

1.6 Why should I buy Mkdirs instead of other directory boilerplates?

Mkdirs is a better directory boilerplate if compared with other directory boilerplates. It streamlines your development process by integrating auth, payment, blog, newsletter, SEO, and more. Everything you need is ready to use, and much better than other directory boilerplates, you can explore the live demos to see the differences of all the directory boilerplates.

🧑‍💻 Technical

2.1 TypeScript or JavaScript?

Mkdirs is written in TypeScript, but you can easily change it to JavaScript.

2.2 Nextjs 14 or Nextjs 15? App router or Pages router?

Mkdirs uses Nextjs 15 App router.

2.3 Is Mkdirs a Monorepo?

No, Mkdirs is not a Monorepo, so it's simple to customize and easy to deploy.

2.4 How to sync the source code with the Mkdirs template repository?

You can check out this Updating the Codebase Guide for the detailed instructions.

2.5 How to set up a directory website with Mkdirs?

You can check out the documentation and the video tutorials for the detailed instructions.

2.6 How to get technical support?

If you have any other questions, you can talk with me on Discord, or reach out to us via email at support@mkdirs.com.

💳 Payment

3.1 Does Mkdirs support other payment services?

No, Mkdirs supports Stripe only for now. If you want to support other payment services, you can create a new payment service by following the documentation of other payment services.

3.2 How much does it cost to run a directory website?

With Mkdirs, you can easily launch a directory website for almost zero cost at the beginning. You only pay for your domain, and start with the free plan of Sanity, Resend, Vercel and Stripe. When the traffic of your directory website grows, you can choose to upgrade your plans later.

3.3 What if I can't pay with Stripe?

Feel free to reach out to us via email at support@mkdirs.com, we can help you if you can pay with other payment methods, for example, PayPal.

3.4 Can I get a refund?

After you get access to the private Github repository, Mkdirs is yours forever, so it can't be refunded. We encourage you to carefully review the product details, the documentation and the video tutorials before making your purchase to ensure it meets your requirements.

🔐 License

4.1 What am I allowed to do with the boilerplate?

• You can use Mkdirs to create unlimited end products (including commercial projects).
• You can use Mkdirs to create projects for unlimited clients.
• You can modify Mkdirs components to create derivative works.
• You can use Mkdirs to build directory applications where end users interact with your end product.

For more details, you can check out the License Policy page.

4.2 What am I not allowed to do with the boilerplate?

• You are not allowed to publish the code or parts of it as a template or boilerplate.
• You are not allowed to resell Mkdirs’s components or templates, even if modified.
• You are not allowed to share your access to Mkdirs with others without explicit permission.
• You are not allowed to use Mkdirs to create products that compete with Mkdirs’s business.

For more details, you can check out the License Policy page.

4.3 What can I do with the template repository?

As a collaborator on our private GitHub repository, you will receive the following benefits:

• Access to the latest development branches and pre-release versions
• The ability to submit pull requests, issues, and participate in discussions
• Permission to open the issues, contributing directly to improving the project

4.4 What if I forgot to accept the invitations?

Do not worry, please contact us at support@mkdirs.com with the receipt of your purchase, and we will be happy to assist you in inviting you to the private GitHub repository.

📮 Contact Us

If you have any questions about Mkdirs, please contact us or email us.