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What Is a Press Release?

A press release is an official written announcement prepared for distribution to media, publishers, stakeholders and the public.

What belongs in a press release?

A release should contain a real development, a clear headline, a concise explanation of what happened, supporting facts, relevant quotes, company background and media contact details.

What a press release is not

It is not automatically an article written by a journalist, and distributing one does not guarantee independent coverage. A release is source material and an announcement; what publishers do with it depends on the distribution relationship and editorial interest.

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