Comparison

BXB vs Facebook groups

A Facebook post is gone in a day. A BXB listing keeps working for your business.

See the difference

Both can help you reach customers. Here's what each one does for your business.

BXB compared with Black-owned business Facebook groups
Feature	BXB	Facebook groups
Seen by people who want to support Black-owned businesses	Yes	Yes
Stays easy to find over time	Yes	Posts get buried
Found in search engines	Yes	Rarely
Reviews and a verified badge	Yes	No
Your branding and details, your way	Yes	Limited

Five reasons to list on BXB

01
Targeted audience
Everyone browsing a Black-owned business directory came to find Black-owned businesses to support, so your listing reaches people already looking for businesses like yours.
02
Professional environment
Business directories present a more professional setting than Facebook groups. That lends your business credibility and a business-like first impression, where group feeds mix every kind of post.
03
Search engine benefits
Directory listings are public and rank in search results, so customers can find you when they search online. Facebook group posts often can't, especially when the group is private.
04
Longevity and visibility
A listing stays visible and easy to revisit. A group post is soon buried under newer ones, and its reach fades within days.
05
Control over your branding
A listing lets you choose how your business is presented: your description, contact details, photos and branding. Group posts follow Facebook's layout, which limits how you come across.

Both can help promote your business, but a Black-owned business directory gives you a more targeted, professional and longer-lasting presence.

Businesses on BXB

Shops and cafés
Found by people nearby who want to support them.
Hair and beauty
Reviews that show new clients what to expect.
Online brands
A home for your details that is not buried in a feed.
Food and drink
Followers hear about new menus and events.

What businesses say

“Since joining BXB, our customer base has grown significantly. It's amazing to be a part of a platform that not only promotes our business but also stands for something more.”
Lisimba G., Founder, LGSE Limited
“I love how BXB brings together so many diverse businesses. It's more than just a directory; it's a community.”
Mo A., Founder, PipLens

FAQs

Do I need a website to list my business on your platform?

No, you can list your business without a website. Instead, you could link to your social media page. However, having a website could be beneficial for your business. See our guide on how a website could be beneficial for your business.

Where will my business be advertised?

Your business will be listed on our black-owned business directory and across our social media network. Basically, in front of a growing community that wants to support businesses like yours.

How much does it cost to list my business?

You can list your business for free and benefit from increased exposure. We also offer paid subscription plans that can help you better understand your customers. See our pricing plans for more details.

How do I list my business?

Listing your business is easy. See our getting started guide on how to do this. You can also email us at support@bxbapp.com and we can help with any challenges you may come across.

Why do you only list black-owned businesses?

We focus on black-owned businesses to support economic empowerment within the black community and address the systemic barriers to success that these businesses often face. Our focus on black-owned business is not about exclusion but about levelling the playing field and providing opportunities for visibility and growth.

Can I list my business if it’s not black-owned but serves the black community?

Our vision is a world where the racial wealth gap no longer exists and where Black-owned businesses prosper and set the foundation for building economic strength and generational wealth in our community. As such, there are strict criteria in terms of what businesses can be listed on our platform, and these should either be at least 50% black-owned or operated.