Editorial
Guidelines.
Protocol Version 2.0 // Revised April 2026
ArticlePaid is an elite intelligence exchange. To maintain the integrity of our network, all contributors must adhere to the following quality standards. High-impact journalism earns the highest yield.
✔ Accepted Content
- Unique, human-first analysis.
- SEO-engineered formatting.
- Verified factual reporting.
- Educational listicles & guides.
✘ Immediate Rejection
- Unedited AI-generated text.
- Plagiarism or paraphrasing.
- Short, low-effort summaries.
- Hate speech or fake news.
01. Technical Specifications
| Volume | Minimum 500 words. Maximum 3,000 words. |
| Syntax | English (International Standard). Perfect grammar. |
| Media | High-res (1200x630px) royalty-free or original imagery. |
| Hyperlinks | Max 2 outbound links to authoritative sources. |
02. SEO Architecture
We build for humans but optimize for discovery. Every article must follow the H-Tag Hierarchy:
- H1: Your main Title (Unique and Magnetic).
- H2: Core pillars of your article.
- H3: Sub-points and supporting data.
- Keywords: 1.5% density. No keyword stuffing.
03. Prohibited Zones
The following topics are strictly banned from the ArticlePaid ecosystem:
- Adult, sexually explicit, or violent content.
- Get-rich-quick schemes or deceptive health advice.
- Racism, bullying, or targeted harassment.
- Illegal substances, scams, or weapon distribution.
04. Performance Strategy
To maximize your freelance journalist salary, focus on high-yield content:
- Search Intent: Use Google Trends to find what the world is asking.
- Distribution: Share your approved links on LinkedIn and niche forums.
- Consistency: Contributors who post 3x weekly earn 400% more on average.