I write press releases on occaision for clients and have always used PR Web to handle the distribution end of it.

PROS:
The site is quick and easy to use (you can set up an account as a service provider, or set up an account for each client) and prices are based on the level of distribution so a client can choose a package that fits their budget.

Simply write your client's press release, give it a good title and synopsis and then login to use the site's easy submission form.
There are fields for keywords and a selection of distribution options based on location and industry.
You can also upload a logo or other related image to go out along with your release.

When you set your budget it gives you options for RSS feed distribution, podcast distribution, which search engines will be included, etc.

A well written press release, picked up by the search engine news pages, can reach millions of potential customers, not to mention gets your (or your client's) name out there, provides a direct link back to the related website, and is a major boost to your credibility (IF done right!)

For tips and info on press release writing click here.

The login/account creation page and more info about PR Web is here.

CONS:
None that I've experienced! I've been using this site/service for three years and love it! My clients love it, and it gives me more experience in writing for this kind of situation.

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Hi Tess! You answered my questions from previous forums! Will check and will start working on my press release.

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Ramonita Comas

I often write press releases and use PR Web as well. Has always been a great tool, especially with the tracking statistics available.
Michelle

Tess,

Thanks for sharing this site. It is great, and I intend to use it a lot. The tips on writing press releases are invaluable. Thanks again.

Barbara Cooper
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So this site will automatically distribute the PR for you? That's what I find to be the most time consuming.

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I too love PR Web. It's so worth it every time I use it. Keep on the lookout for coupons too. You can often get a 1/2 price off coupon from places. Also, working with clients it's great because you can show them the results with stats.

Collette - it does distribute it out to its network, but it doesn't like submit out to the freebies or anything.

Thanks

Diana Ennen
Virtual Word Publishing
www.virtualwordpublishing.com

Ive come to realize that press releases are beneficial. Thank for the info on PR web but is anyone aware of any resources that can assist with writing a press release? If so, can you please let me know.

Thanks,
Desiree

Hi Desiree

You can get a lot of tips on writing press releases on the PRWeb website as well.

Also, I've given a couple of presentations here on the topic. Hopefully you'll find those beneficial. I do have quite a few freebies that I give out on how to write press releases too. I am such a fan of press releases. They just work. Be glad to help anyway I can. Also, if you have specific questions post them here and I'd be happy to help too.

Diana Ennen
Virtual Word Publishing, www.virtualwordpublishing.com