Distributed through LookSmart's entire network of partners, including MSN, Lycos, About.com, RoadRunner, Inktomi and LookSmart.com.
Distributed to select sites across LookSmart's network of partners, including Roadrunner, CNET, InfoSpace, Cox Interactive, Mamma.com and LookSmart.com.
Pricing
Flat cost-per-click (CPC) pricing based on your business category (see category CPCs).
The first 5,000 clicks each month are just $0.15 CPC, regardless of your category.
$29 listing set-up fee.
$19 to update listings.
$15 monthly minimum per account.
Maximum CPC set for keywords. The actual CPC is automatically discounted to the minimum value necessary to maintain the listing's current position.
No set-up fees.
No cost to update.
$15 monthly minimum per account.
Targeting
Listings appear for searches on any keyword determined relevant by search algorithms.
Listings appear for searches that match advertiser-selected keywords. (Learn more about LookSmart's Smart Match technology.)
Placement in search results
Core body of search results.
Determined by relevancy.
Sponsored search results.
Determined by combination of relevancy, (click-through-rate (CTR)), and maximum cost-per-click (CPC).
Campaign management
Advanced user access control to viewing and changing campaign settings in the Advertiser Center.
Configurable campaign reports.
Ability to update content of listings.
Access to Help info, FAQs and friendly customer service.
Same as LookListings
The right program to start with if you:
Want to reach the widest audience across LookSmart's network of partners.
Compete with larger businesses that can outspend you in pay-for-placement programs.
Aren't ready to select and monitor keywords.
Favor fewer, more targeted leads over quantity of leads.
Value appearing in top-of-page sponsored search results.
Have experience with keyword targeted search marketing programs.