Frequently Asked Questions

Outreachist is the premier marketplace for digital outreach, connecting advertisers with publishers, influencers, and freelancers. Our platform facilitates:

• Guest Posts: Get your content published on high-authority websites with dofollow backlinks
• Text Links: Secure contextual link placements within existing content
• Press Releases: Distribute your news across media outlets
• Banner Advertising: Display ads on relevant websites
• Influencer Marketing: Partner with social media influencers for sponsored content
• Freelance Services: Access SEO, content writing, and digital marketing experts

We provide a secure escrow system, verified metrics, and dedicated support to ensure successful transactions.

Creating an account is free and takes less than 2 minutes:

1. Click the "Sign Up" button in the top right corner
2. Enter your email address and create a secure password
3. Choose your account type: Advertiser (buyer) or Publisher/Freelancer (seller)
4. Verify your email address by clicking the link we send you
5. Complete your profile with your business or personal details

You can also sign up using your Google account for faster registration.

Creating an account and browsing the marketplace is completely free. We only charge fees when transactions occur:

• Buyer Service Fee: 5% added to your order total
• Seller Service Fee: 10% deducted from seller earnings (lowest in industry!)
• Withdrawal Fees: Vary by payment method (1.5% - 2% for digital payments, flat fee for bank transfers)

There are no monthly subscription fees, listing fees, or hidden charges. Learn more about our fees.

Our advanced filtering system helps you find perfect matches:

• Domain Authority (DA/DR): Filter by Moz DA or Ahrefs DR scores
• Traffic: Filter by monthly organic traffic volume
• Category: Browse 50+ niche categories
• Country: Target specific geographic audiences
• Language: Find sites in your target language
• Price Range: Set your budget constraints
• Link Type: Choose dofollow, nofollow, or sponsored links
• Content Type: Guest post, link insertion, homepage link, etc.

All metrics are verified from Moz, Ahrefs, and SEMrush databases and updated regularly.

1. Browse the marketplace or use filters to find suitable offers
2. Click on an offer to view detailed information and metrics
3. Click "Add to Cart" or "Order Now"
4. Choose whether you'll provide the article or want the publisher to write it
5. Enter your target URL and anchor text
6. Provide any special instructions or requirements
7. Review your order and proceed to checkout
8. Complete payment using your wallet balance

Your payment is held in escrow until the order is completed to your satisfaction.

Both options are available, depending on the offer:

Offers marked with "Article Writing Service" include content creation. You'll see the additional content fee clearly displayed.

We have a comprehensive revision and dispute resolution process:

1. Request Revision: Ask the publisher to make specific changes (most offers include 1-2 free revisions)
2. Communicate: Use the order messaging system to clarify requirements
3. Open Dispute: If unresolved, open a dispute for admin review
4. Full Refund: If the publisher fails to deliver as promised, you receive a full refund

Your payment remains in escrow until you approve the delivery or a dispute is resolved.

Link duration is specified in each offer listing. Common options include:

• Permanent: Link stays live indefinitely (most common for guest posts)
• 1 Year: Guaranteed for 12 months
• 6 Months: Half-year placement
• 3 Months: Quarterly placement

If a link is removed before the guaranteed period, you can report it and receive a refund or replacement.

Yes! We support bulk ordering and campaign management:

• Add multiple offers to your cart and checkout at once
• Create projects to organize related orders
• Use tasks to track campaign progress
• Export order reports for client reporting
• Contact publishers directly for custom bulk deals

For enterprise-level campaigns, contact our team for dedicated account management.

1. Register as a Publisher account
2. Go to "My Websites" and click "Add Website"
3. Enter your website URL
4. Verify ownership (meta tag, HTML file, or DNS record)
5. Wait for our team to review and approve (usually within 24-48 hours)
6. Once approved, create offers for your website

We automatically fetch metrics from Moz, Ahrefs, and SEMrush. Ensure your site meets our quality guidelines.

To maintain marketplace quality, websites must meet these criteria:

• Minimum Domain Authority (DA) of 10 or Domain Rating (DR) of 10
• Original, quality content (no scraped or AI-generated spam)
• Active website with regular updates
• No malware, phishing, or deceptive practices
• Not on Google's penalty list
• Comply with search engine guidelines

Sites in adult, gambling, or illegal niches may have additional restrictions.

You have full control over your pricing. Consider these factors:

• Domain Metrics: Higher DA/DR sites command premium prices
• Traffic: More traffic = higher value
• Niche: Finance, health, and tech niches typically price higher
• Content Creation: Add extra fee if you write the content
• Link Type: Dofollow links are worth more than nofollow
• Placement: Homepage links vs. inner page links

Check competitor pricing on the marketplace to stay competitive. You can also offer discounts to attract buyers.

1. Receive order notification via email and dashboard
2. Review the buyer's requirements (target URL, anchor text, content)
3. Accept the order to start the delivery timer
4. Create and publish the content on your website
5. Submit the live URL as proof of delivery
6. Wait for buyer approval (auto-approved after 72 hours if no response)
7. Funds are released to your wallet

Communicate with buyers through the order messaging system if you need clarification.

Funds are released to your wallet when:

• The buyer approves your delivery, OR
• 72 hours pass after delivery without buyer action (auto-approval)

Only a 10% service fee is deducted from your earnings — the lowest in the industry! You can then withdraw your balance to:

• PayPal (2% fee)
• Wise/TransferWise (1.5% fee)
• Bank Transfer ($25 flat fee)
• Cryptocurrency (USDT, BTC, ETH - $5 flat fee)

Yes! As a Freelancer, you can offer various digital marketing services:

• SEO audits and optimization
• Content writing and copywriting
• Link building outreach
• Social media management
• Website design and development
• Keyword research
• Technical SEO

Create service packages with clear deliverables, pricing, and turnaround times.

We accept multiple payment methods for adding funds to your wallet:

Minimum deposit: $50 | Maximum deposit: $5,000 per transaction

Our escrow system protects both buyers and sellers:

1. Buyer places order: Funds are deducted from buyer's wallet and held in escrow
2. Seller fulfills order: Publisher/freelancer completes the work
3. Delivery submitted: Seller provides proof of completion
4. Buyer reviews: Buyer has 72 hours to approve or request revision
5. Funds released: Upon approval, funds are released to seller's wallet

If disputes arise, our team mediates and ensures fair resolution.

Minimum withdrawal: $50 | Maximum withdrawal: $10,000 per transaction

See full fee comparison with competitors

Refunds are issued in the following situations:

• Non-delivery: Seller fails to deliver within the agreed timeframe
• Order cancelled: Seller cancels before starting work
• Quality issues: Delivered work doesn't match the agreed requirements
• Link removal: Link removed before guaranteed period ends
• Dispute resolution: Admin rules in buyer's favor

Refunds are credited to your Outreachist wallet within 24-48 hours. For payment method refunds, contact support.

Yes! Invoices are automatically generated for:

• Every deposit you make
• Every order you place
• Platform fees charged

Access your invoices from Dashboard > Transactions. You can download PDF invoices for accounting and tax purposes.

• Pending - Order placed, waiting for seller to accept
• Accepted - Seller accepted, work in progress
• In Progress - Seller is working on the order
• Delivered - Work submitted, awaiting buyer review
• Revision - Buyer requested changes
• Completed - Order approved and finalized
• Cancelled - Order cancelled by either party
• Disputed - Under admin review

Delivery time varies by offer and is clearly displayed on each listing:

• Express (1-3 days): Fast turnaround for urgent orders
• Standard (5-7 days): Most common delivery window
• Extended (10-14 days): Complex orders or content creation

The delivery countdown starts when the seller accepts the order. If content writing is included, allow extra time.

Cancellation depends on the order status:

• Pending orders: Can be cancelled freely with full refund
• Accepted/In Progress: Request cancellation; seller must agree
• Delivered: Cannot cancel; approve or request revision

If a seller is unresponsive or fails to deliver, open a dispute for admin review and automatic cancellation.

1. Go to your order details page
2. Click "Request Revision"
3. Specify exactly what needs to be changed
4. Submit your revision request
5. Seller will update and re-deliver

Most offers include 1-2 free revisions. Check the offer details for revision policy.

If you can't resolve an issue with the seller directly:

1. Go to your order details page
2. Click "Open Dispute"
3. Select the reason (non-delivery, quality issues, etc.)
4. Provide detailed explanation and evidence
5. Submit the dispute

Our team reviews disputes within 24-48 hours and makes a fair decision based on evidence from both parties.

We employ multiple verification methods:

• Website Ownership: Meta tag, HTML file upload, or DNS verification
• Metric Verification: Data pulled directly from Moz, Ahrefs, SEMrush APIs
• Manual Review: Our team checks content quality and legitimacy
• KYC Verification: Identity verification for withdrawals (government ID)
• Ongoing Monitoring: Regular checks for metric changes and quality

Yes, we take security seriously:

• PCI DSS Compliant: We never store your card details
• Stripe & PayPal: Payments processed by industry-leading providers
• SSL Encryption: All data transmitted over HTTPS
• Two-Factor Authentication: Optional 2FA for account security
• Fraud Detection: Automated systems monitor suspicious activity

KYC (Know Your Customer) verification is required for withdrawals:

• Upload a government-issued ID (passport, driver's license, national ID)
• Provide proof of address (utility bill, bank statement)
• Verification typically completed within 24 hours
• One-time process - verify once, withdraw anytime

KYC helps prevent fraud and ensures compliance with financial regulations.

Our review system promotes transparency:

• Only buyers who completed orders can leave reviews
• Reviews include star rating (1-5) and written feedback
• Sellers can respond to reviews publicly
• Reviews cannot be deleted (except policy violations)
• Fake reviews result in account suspension

Check seller ratings before ordering to ensure quality service.

1. Go to Settings > Security
2. Click "Change Password"
3. Enter your current password
4. Enter and confirm your new password
5. Click "Update Password"

Use a strong password with at least 8 characters, including uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.

Yes, you can request account deletion:

1. Complete or cancel all pending orders
2. Withdraw any remaining balance
3. Go to Settings > Account
4. Click "Delete Account"
5. Confirm your decision

Account deletion is permanent. Some data may be retained for legal compliance (transaction records, tax documents).

We offer multiple support channels:

• Help Center: Browse our knowledge base for instant answers
• Live Chat: Available Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm EST
• Email: support@outreachist.com (24-48 hour response)
• Contact Form: Submit a ticket

For urgent issues related to payments or disputes, include your order number for faster resolution.