Escape Yellow Pages, Hibu & Thryv.
Own Your Website.
Searching "Hibu reviews" or "Thryv complaints"? You found the right place. They're all the same company. Same contracts. Same trap. Whether you signed with Yellow Pages, Hibu, or Thryv — you're paying thousands for a website you don't own.
We help businesses break free and build websites they actually control.
Get Your Free Escape Plan
We'll audit your current setup and show you exactly how to break free.
Yellow Pages, Hibu & Thryv Are All the Same Company
Different names, same business model: lock you into contracts for websites you don't own.
What Websites You Own Actually Look Like
Custom designs. Real SEO. Full ownership. No templates.
King Trout Outfitters
Custom booking system, SEO-optimized
Okanagan Patio Covers
+660% users YoY after switching
Real client websites. All 100% owned by the business.
What They Don't Tell You Before You Sign
These are the hidden costs and traps thousands of business owners discover too late.
They Own Your Domain
Cancel and your business name goes with them. You have to start over.
$3,600+ for a Wix Site
They charge thousands for a template on a $17/month platform.
12-Month Auto-Renew
60-day cancellation notice required. Miss it and you're locked in another year.
50% Ad Spend Markup
Half your Google Ads budget goes to their management fees.
No Analytics Access
You can't see your own data. They keep you dependent on their reports.
Ghost Support
Once you're signed, good luck reaching anyone who can actually help.
Results After Clients Escaped Yellow Pages
OKPC
Okanagan Patio Covers
+113%
User Growth
100/100
SEO Score
Yellow Pages/Hibu/Thryv vs. Owning Your Website
See what you're really getting — and what you could have instead.
How to Escape in 3 Steps
We make the transition smooth. Here's exactly what happens.
Free Escape Audit
We review your current contract, website, and options. 15 minutes, no pressure.
We Build Your New Site
Custom website on your domain. You own it from day one. 2-3 weeks.
Go Live & Cancel
Your new site goes live. We help you navigate the cancellation process.
No Contracts. No Hostage Tactics. Ever.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about escaping Yellow Pages, Hibu, and Thryv contracts
Are Yellow Pages, Hibu, and Thryv really the same company?
Yes. Yellow Pages rebranded their digital services division to Hibu. Thryv is their SaaS platform. Same parent company, same business model: lock you into contracts for websites you don't own.
Why are Hibu reviews so negative?
Common complaints include: auto-renewing 12-month contracts, no domain ownership, 50% markup on ad spend, no analytics access, and support that disappears after signing. These tactics keep clients locked in.
Can I cancel my Yellow Pages or Hibu contract early?
It depends on your contract terms. Most have 60-day cancellation windows before auto-renewal. We recommend building your new site while still under contract, then switching the moment it ends.
Will I lose my website if I cancel Hibu?
Yes — if your site is hosted on Hibu, you'll lose it. That's why we build your new site on your own domain first, so you're ready to go live the day your contract ends.
How much does a real website cost vs Yellow Pages?
Yellow Pages charges $5,000+ in Year 1 ($600 upfront + $3,000 build + $99-147/month). Our sites start from $2,500 — and you own it forever with no recurring platform fees.
Do you help with SEO after I leave Yellow Pages?
Yes. We set up real on-page SEO that belongs to you. Unlike YP's single-backlink trap, every page is optimized for local search. We also offer optional monthly SEO services.
Ready to Own Your Website?
Get a free audit. We'll show you exactly what you're paying and how to break free.
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