How long does it take for a release to be published?

Once your press release is submitted and payment is confirmed, publication typically happens within a few hours, but exact timing depends on several factors:

Standard Turnaround Times: #

  • Typical turnaround: 2–6 hours
  • During high volume periods: Up to 12–24 hours
  • For scheduled releases: Will go live at your selected time (or as close as possible)

What Affects Publication Speed? #

  • Time of day submitted: PRs submitted during regular business hours (EST) are typically published faster.
  • Content review: Some publishers manually review content. If your release contains sensitive topics, it may require extra review time.
  • Network size: If you selected a large distribution package with many publishers, it may take longer for the full syndication to complete — though most key placements happen early.

Still waiting longer than expected? Check your email for any content revision requests, or contact support.

Last Updated on May 5, 2025
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