We’re thrilled you’re contributing to our publications and wish you the best with all of your objectives. However in order to maintain the health of our websites and the value to our audiences there are some house rules when submitting content.
Understanding these guidelines will increase the likelihood of your post being approved.
Each guideline is designed to help you create high-quality, optimized content that resonates with our readers and users of Pulling Rabbits systems. By adhering to these, you’re helping us maintain the quality and credibility our audiences expect, but increasing the impact, value and performace that you expect from your articles publication.
1. Content Originality & Quality
- Original Work: Submissions must be your own work and free of plagiarism.
- Value-Driven Content: Content should provide useful, accurate, and insightful information for our readers.
- Minimum Word Count: Posts should be at least 1,000 words to ensure depth.
- Grammar & Clarity: Ensure your post is grammatically correct, easy to read, and free of spelling errors.
2. SEO & Keyword Optimization
- Keyword Research: Base your post on a target keyword relevant to the topic. Use tools like Google Keyword Planner or Ahrefs.
- Keyword Placement: Use the target keyword in the title, first 100 words, and at least once in one or more subheadings.
- Natural Keyword Usage: Avoid keyword stuffing. Keywords should appear naturally within the content.
- LSI Keywords: Include related terms or synonyms to provide context for search engines.
3. Title & Meta Description
- Engaging Title: Create a compelling, clear title that includes the primary keyword, is under 60 characters, and accurately represents the content.
- Meta Description: Provide a 150-160 character meta description with the target keyword that summarizes the post’s main idea and encourages clicks.
4. Headers & Formatting
- Header Structure: Use H2, H3, and H4 tags to structure the article logically. Include the primary keyword in at least one H2.
- Paragraph Length: Keep paragraphs short (2-3 sentences) for readability.
- Bullet Points & Lists: Use bullet points and lists where applicable to improve readability and engagement.
- Avoid Passive Voice: Write in active voice to maintain clarity and directness.
5. Internal & External Linking
- Internal Links: Link to at least 1-2 relevant articles on the site to keep readers engaged within our content.
- External Links: Include 1-2 links to reputable, authoritative sources that provide additional context.
- No Promotional Links: Avoid including affiliate or promotional links within the body of the content.
- Outbound Link Quality: Ensure that external links are relevant, trustworthy, and add value for readers.
6. Images & Media
- Image Quality: Any images should be high-quality, relevant, and comply with copyright rules.
- Alt Text for Images: Include descriptive alt text for each image to aid accessibility and help search engines understand the content.
- Commercial Use Licensing: Use images with commercial use rights.
7. Readability & Engagement
- Readable Language: Aim for a readability level suitable for a global audience (avoid overly technical jargon).
- Engaging Tone: Write in an engaging, conversational tone that’s informative but approachable.
- CTAs: Where appropriate, encourage readers to take action, such as commenting or sharing, without appearing overly promotional.
8. Technical SEO Elements
- URL Structure: Ensure the URL is clean and relevant to the content, ideally using the primary keyword and avoiding unnecessary words.
- Avoid Duplicate Content: Do not submit content that is or will be published elsewhere, as duplicate content can harm SEO.
- No Cloaking or Manipulative Practices: Content should be transparent and not use cloaking or other manipulative tactics.
- Code Restrictions: Do not insert JavaScript or any code beyond standard post HTML without prior consent.
9. Avoid Spammy Practices
- No Keyword Stuffing: Do not overuse the target keyword, as this can lead to search engine penalties.
- No Black Hat SEO: Adhere to ethical SEO practices; any attempt at manipulative tactics (e.g., hidden text, link schemes) will lead to rejection.
- No AI-Generated Content: We prioritize human-created content. AI-generated submissions may be rejected unless significantly revised for originality and consistency.
- Concise, Relevant Content: Avoid verbose or filler content; our editors are trained to identify and reject articles that lack substance.
10. Editorial Rights & Compliance
- Editing: Pulling Rabbits reserves the right to edit submissions to meet SEO, editorial, or stylistic standards.
- Content Ownership: Once published, the content becomes the property of Pulling Rabbits.
- Compliance with Policies: Ensure your post adheres to our Acceptable Use Policy and aligns with Pulling Rabbits’ ethical standards.
By following these guidelines, you help maintain the SEO health of the website, ensuring we provide valuable, discoverable content for our readers.
Editorial Review Processes
Our editorial review process consists of three key phases:
- Initial 24-Hour Review: This quick review focuses on content quality and compliance. Borderline cases are escalated to senior editors for approval.
- Automated Link Check: Our system scans outbound links to ensure they continue to meet various requirements, with senior editors spot-checking items for accuracy.
- User Feedback: Customers and users can flag content they find inappropriate. Each flagged item is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.