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A monument to all things independent
A place for independent
businesses and creators.
10,000 spots for independent businesses, artists, creators, apps, nonprofits, and ideas. Each purchase helps financially disadvantaged founders get online and build their future.
Help out disadvantaged founders
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Why this exists
The internet is better when independent businesses get noticed.
MarketingSpot is a growing canvas for independent businesses, creators, and ideas worth discovering. Every purchased spot gets five years of visibility and supports our mission to provide free technology and hosting to founders facing financial barriers.
- Independent businesses and studios
- Artists, authors, musicians, and creators
- Indie apps, games, newsletters, and open-source projects
- Nonprofits and community initiatives
Learn about founder support and apply →
A non-profit project from BizFaves ↗, the free independent business directory.
A note from the founder
This isn't just advertising. It's a monument to independent business.
Every business, creator, and project featured here represents someone who took an idea and worked to make it real. That deserves recognition.
My commitment goes beyond displaying your link. I'll continue working to promote MarketingSpot and the independent businesses behind it, helping more people discover the work being done here.
I want MarketingSpot to become something meaningful. A place where independent businesses stand together, where their work is recognized, and where being part of something bigger helps everyone grow.
This is more than advertising. It's a monument to the people who build things on their own terms.
Charley YarbroughFounder, MarketingSpot
How it works
From open square to lasting landmark.
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Tell your story
Add artwork, a short introduction, and the website where people can discover your work.
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Stay for five years
Verified payment secures your place on the billboard for five years. After review, your spot joins the public monument.
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Share the movement
Every buyer receives a custom referral link and earns 35% on qualifying purchases they directly refer. Commissions are held for 30 days and become payable after reaching $100.
The independent promise
Curated with intention.
Welcome here Independently owned businesses, creators, indie software, nonprofits, solo professionals, and small studios.
Not welcome Public companies, major subsidiaries, franchises, nudity or sexual content, gambling, fraud, deceptive services, harmful products, and Stripe-prohibited activity.