E Ephemera
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the friendly way.

A free expedition log of the open web — 838 sites across 22 sections.

839sites on the shelf
22tidy categories
Freeto be listed
No cost, ever

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Submit your site and it will be reviewed for a permanent free listing in the relevant section of the Ephemera log. No account required. Free listing — no account needed

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Questions & answers

What is Ephemera?

Ephemera is a free web directory maintained as an expedition log of the open web. It catalogues 838 approved sites across 22 sections, each covering a distinct area of the web, from travel operators and dental clinics to technology firms and media outlets.

Is it free to add my site?

Yes, entirely. There is no charge to submit a site, no account to create, and no premium tier. If your site is approved after review, it is listed at no cost for as long as it remains active.

How are sites organised in Ephemera?

The directory is divided into 22 sections, each named in the manner of a field station or supply post: Expeditions & Waypoints for travel, Field Medics & Remedies for health, Instruments & Digital Tools for technology, and so on. Each submitted site is assigned to the section that best fits its primary territory.

How do I submit my site?

Visit the Add a Site page, select the most appropriate section, and fill in your site name, URL, and a brief description. Submissions are reviewed before they appear in the log, which typically takes a short time.

Are all listed sites reviewed?

Yes. Every submission is checked before it appears in the Ephemera log. Sites that are not active or accessible, or that do not have readable content, are not approved. The review is simple but consistent.

Does Ephemera cover any topic?

The log has 22 sections covering a wide range of topics, including a catch-all section called Open Survey for sites that do not fit neatly elsewhere. If your site covers a legitimate topic and is accessible to visitors, there is almost certainly a section for it.

How often is the directory updated?

The Ephemera log is updated continuously as new submissions are reviewed and approved. The recently-added listings on the home page reflect the most current entries in the record.

About Ephemera

Ephemera is a free web directory maintained as an expedition log of the open web. Eight hundred and thirty-eight sites have been catalogued across 22 sections, each named in the manner of a field station or supply post. The record covers everything from travel operators and dental clinics to industrial suppliers and news publications. Every entry was submitted by a site owner, reviewed before listing, and assigned to the section that best fits its territory. The log is updated as new submissions are cleared. Add your own site at no cost via the submission form; no account is needed, and the listing is permanent once approved.