The short answer
A guest post is an article written by someone outside a publication and published on it under their name or brand. The writer gets an audience and a permanent page on a site people already trust. The publication gets content.
Some guest posts are free and pitched to an editor. Most guest posts on established publications today are paid, and are also called sponsored posts or placements. On AllHipHop the terms mean the same product.
How a guest post works
- You pick the publication and the category your article fits
- You write the article, or brief the publication on what you need
- The publication reviews it for its editorial rules
- It publishes, usually with a few links to your site, music or product
What a guest post costs
Prices depend on the publication and the topic. On AllHipHop, music, podcast and general articles are $100. Cannabis, CBD, finance, crypto, tech and gaming are $150 because few major publications accept them. Casino and iGaming are $200. See the pricing page for every category.
Resellers sell the same placements for more. Fiverr listings for AllHipHop guest posts run from $15 to $220, and sellers on other platforms have charged $260 to $400 with slower turnaround. Our direct vs reseller comparison links the listings.
Who buys guest posts
- Independent artists who need press for an EPK
- Publicists who need coverage they can promise a client
- SEO agencies buying placements for clients
- Cannabis, crypto, casino and tech brands that most publications turn down
What to check before you buy one
- Whether you are buying from the publisher or a reseller
- Whether the article is permanent or comes down after a set time
- How many words and links you get, and whether the links are do-follow
- How fast it goes live
On AllHipHop the answers are direct, permanent, up to 1,500 words and 3 do-follow links, and live in 24 to 48 hours.
FAQ
Is a guest post the same as a sponsored post?
Often, yes. On most established publications a guest post is paid and is also called a sponsored post or placement. Our guest post vs sponsored post guide covers the differences where they exist.
How much does a guest post cost?
On AllHipHop, $100 for music, podcast and general articles, $150 for cannabis, crypto, tech and gaming, and $200 for casino.
How long does a guest post stay up?
Guest posts on AllHipHop are permanent. A press release is the exception and stays live for 30 days.
Buy a guest post direct from the publisher
Permanent articles on AllHipHop.com from $100, live in 24 to 48 hours.
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