Media Wire – Terms & Conditions for Press Release Submissions
Editorial Standards & Submission Requirements
At Media Wire, we maintain a strict editorial policy to ensure all press releases distributed through our platform are timely, relevant, and presented in a professional, journalistic tone. Our editorial team carefully reviews each submission to verify its newsworthiness, factual accuracy, and adherence to the standards of a proper press release format.
To facilitate a smooth review process and prompt publication, please observe the following submission guidelines:
1. Newsworthy and Relevant Content
Media Wire accepts only press releases that present legitimate news stories. Appropriate topics include product launches, corporate announcements, industry insights, awards, events, partnerships, or expert commentary on current trends. Headlines should clearly reflect the announcement. Content that functions as pure advertising or promotional hype will be rejected.
2. Professional Tone
Submissions must maintain an objective, third-person voice. Avoid direct addresses like “you,” “we,” or “I,” unless used within direct quotes from authorized representatives. Excessive use of exclamation points, hyperbole, or ALL CAPS is discouraged and may result in rejection or revision requests.
3. Attribution and Source Verification
All data, statistics, and third-party claims must be properly attributed to a credible source. If citing an organization such as the FDA or a research institution, include a working hyperlink within the relevant sentence. These links are not counted toward your standard hyperlink allowance.
4. Legal Accuracy and Documentation
Any press release referencing ongoing legal matters, regulatory action, or criminal cases must include appropriate documentation, such as a case number or public record. Media Wire reserves the right to request verification before approving distribution.
5. Authorization for Sensitive or Representational Content
In cases involving stock symbols, franchise or network marketing content, or major corporate disclosures, Media Wire may require a signed letter of authorization from a company executive. This includes independent representatives of MLM or party plan companies.
6. Word Count and Summary
Your press release should be between 300 and 800 words. Include a 1–2 sentence summary that clearly captures the essence of your announcement.
7. Spelling and Grammar
All submissions should be proofread for grammatical accuracy and spelling. Industry terms and acronyms should be accompanied by brief explanations for clarity.
8. Formatting Standards
Media Wire does not accept press releases containing HTML code, non-standard characters, forced formatting, or documents written in all caps. Ensure that all hyperlinks are functional prior to submission. If your website is offline during review, the link must be removed or the release delayed.
9. Clear Source Identification
The issuing organization must be clearly stated in the headline and body of the release. If you are submitting on behalf of a client, their business name should be listed as the source of the announcement.
10. Email Display
Email addresses included in the release body will be reformatted to reduce the risk of spam (e.g., name (at) domain (dot) com).
Content Types Not Accepted by Media Wire
To preserve the quality and trustworthiness of our distribution network, we do not accept the following:
- Advertisements: Content that promotes sales or products/services without a newsworthy angle.
- Personal Attacks or Revenge Posts: We do not accept content intended to defame or harm individuals or groups.
- Person-Centric Content: Releases must focus on organizational announcements, not individuals.
- Name Dropping: Avoid references to people or companies unrelated to your organization or announcement.
- Unsupported Legal Claims: All legal references must be backed by verifiable information.
- Spam or Overuse of Promotional Phrases: Avoid excessive repetition of keywords or “spammy” phrases.
- Sexually Explicit or Inappropriate Content: Content must be family-friendly and free from profanity or adult material.
- Unverified Stock Symbols: You must provide proof of authorization to mention ticker symbols.
- Prohibited Industries and Topics:
- Online gambling or fantasy sports
- Streaming TV content without licensing
- Payday loans or quick-cash services
- Unregulated pharmaceutical products
- Work-from-home schemes
- Stock recommendation or “hot pick” services
- Electronic cigarettes, green coffee bean extract, raspberry ketones, etc.
- Coupon directories
- Keyword or Link Over-Optimization: Maintain a ratio of no more than one hyperlink per 100 words.
Originality and Accuracy
Media Wire accepts only original, factually accurate content. We do not allow:
- Reprints or copied material from other publications
- Pure opinion pieces or editorials lacking source attribution
- Blog-style posts, open letters, or general-interest articles
- Fictional or satirical content
- Duplicate submissions
Editorial Discretion and Enforcement
All content is reviewed by Media Wire’s editorial staff prior to publication. Our editors reserve the right to edit, reject, or remove any press release that does not comply with our terms, with or without notice. We may also audit releases for compliance with search engine webmaster guidelines and reject content found to be part of paid backlink schemes.
By submitting content to Media Wire, you acknowledge full responsibility for the accuracy, legality, and originality of the information provided.