54 Guest Posting Sites You Should Submit To For More Organic Traffic
This year, I discovered two things about blogging I wish I knew a year ago.
- I can’t get enough organic traffic just by writing on my blog alone.
- Not all guest posting sites are equal.
I came to the first conclusion after scoring a few measly views for each post on my blog, during the first 6 months.
The second came after digging into the numbers behind my blog’s traffic on Google Analytics. Here, I landed 4x more visitors from a high authority site (Lifehack) compared to one that was less publicly known (Growmap).
I’m not saying you should toss away all guest post opportunities from lower authority sites — they still bring you some decent traffic and a backlink! But you get a higher ROI for your blog if you invest your time writing for a high authority site.
So how do you determine a high authority site?
Basically, Alexa ranks over 30 million websites based on their traffic data, which is gathered from millions of Internet users who use Alexa’s toolbar.
In other words, Alexa is a good indicator to see which site is popular.
With that said, here are the top guest posting sites I highly recommend you submit your post to. These are all top sites, all of them ranked within the top 100,000 on Alexa, that should help boost your blog’s organic traffic.
1. OutBrain
Outbrain is an online advertiser that brings audience and content together to help people drive more engagement and revenue to their business.
Global ranking: 128
Core theme: Business, Content Marketing
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Outbrain Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.outbrain.com/blog/2015/06/guest-blogging-guidelines.html
2. The Huffington Post
One of the leading sources for news, entertainment, personal stories, wellness, style, technology and the trendiest topics. It’s the perfect place for those writing in multiple areas.
Global ranking: 152
Core theme: Politics, Business, Lifestyle, Popular Media, Entertainment
Accepts republished content: Yes
Submit to: Huffington Post Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://guestblogging.com/huffington-post-toolkit/pitching-strategy-guide/
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A website where hundreds of Expert writers publish articles and videos for over 1,000 topics. If you’re confident about what you know, this might be a good place for you to write.
Global ranking: 430
Core theme: Everything
Accepts republished content: No. Only accepts long-term contributor, not one-off guest posts.
Submit to: About Contact Form (click on the Available Topics on the left bar to fill out form)
Guest post guidelines: https://experts.about.com/
4. HubSpot
HubSpot is a sales and inbound marketing software, helping businesses and individuals increase traffic, convert leads, and attain high ROI.
Global ranking: 519
Core theme: Email, Sales & Marketing, Content marketing, SEO, Web Design, Business
Accepts republished content: No
Submit to: guestpost@hubspot.com
Guest post guidelines: http://blog.hubspot.com/marketing-guest-blogging-guidelines
5. Mashable
The media source everyone goes to for digital innovation, breaking news, entertainment, technology, and resources. Where 45 million monthly visitors share the latest technological advancement.
Global ranking: 521
Core theme: Technology, Digital Culture, Entertainment
Accepts republished content: Yes
Submit to: news@mashable.com or Mashable Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://mashable.com/2008/04/18/bad-pr-pitches/#0px8iN1m5kqi
6. Investopedia
You’ll come across topics that focus on investing to markets, business and everything else finance-related on Investopedia, the world’s leading financial education site.
Global ranking: 803
Core theme: Finance, Business
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Investopedia Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.investopedia.com/corp/contactus.aspx?type=WriterSubmission
7. Sitepoint
Sitepoint is a place where all web developers connect based on their love for building things on the Internet. It’s also where you can get the best training and advice on the latest web technologies.
Global ranking: 879
Core theme: Web Design & Development, Technology, Business
Accepts republished content: Yes, occasionally accepts already-published content.
Submit to: editor@sitepoint.com
Guest post guidelines: https://www.sitepoint.com/writing-guidelines/
8. Entrepreneur
Another leading source for marketing, finance, social media, business, and leadership that’s aimed at entrepreneurs and all people passionate about the business world.
Global ranking: 1,002
Core theme: Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Finance, Social Media
Accepts republished content: No
Submit to: Dan Bova (Editorial Director) at dbova@entrepreneur.com or Entrepreneur Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: N/A
9. Moz
Launched in 2004, Moz builds tools that measure, monitors, and evaluates a site’s level of search engine optimization. They also dedicate their knowledge and how-to guides about marketing and social media on their blog.
Global ranking: 1,326
Core theme: SEO, Search Marketing, Search Engines
Accepts republished content: No
Submit to: editor@moz.com
Guest post guidelines: N/A
10. The Penny Hoarder
The Penny Hoarder brings money tips and personal finance management advice to users, with the goal of putting more money in their pockets.
Global ranking: 1,432
Core theme: Blogging, Money, Finance
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: editor@thepennyhoarder.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.thepennyhoarder.com/contributor-guidelines/
11. Lifehack
The core of Lifehack revolves around improving all aspects of your life better, from getting things done to building a positive influence around you.
Global ranking: 2,118
Core theme: Lifestyle, Productivity
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Lifehack Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/how-to-write-for-lifehack.html
12. Thought Catalog
Thought Catalog is an online magazine that unites all creative, thoughtful writers who want to express their stories and ideas on a wide range of topics — especially relationships and self-reflection.
Global ranking: 2,525
Core theme: Lifestyle
Accepts republished content: Yes.
Submit to: Thought Catalog Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://thoughtcatalog.com/submissions/
Guest post guidelines: http://thoughtcatalog.com/submissions/
13. Smashing Magazine
Offering a plethora of web development and web design topics like coding, WordPress, graphics, and mobile, Smashing Magazine attracts readers and writers from all around the world — notably designers and developers.
Global ranking: 3,411
Core theme: Web Design & Development, Technology
Accepts republished content: No. Authors get paid.
Submit to: Smashing Magazine Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: https://www.smashingmagazine.com/write-for-us/
14. ShoutMeLoud
A tight-knit community of bloggers who share their success with those who want to be “their own boss through the internet.”
Global ranking: 3,980
Core theme: Blogging, Money
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: admin@shoutmeloud.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.shoutmeloud.com/join-shoutmeloud
15. The Muse
The Muse is your main online resource for seeking “smart, inspiring job advice for every stage of your career.” They also let people meet and contact employers/companies here and join courses.
Global ranking: 4,056
Core theme: Career
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: editor@themuse.com
Guest post guidelines: https://www.themuse.com/contribute
16. Elite Daily
Elite Daily is an online news platform that features stories and listicles from our everyday lives such as love, health, dating, entertainment and breaking news.
Global ranking: 4,574
Core theme: Lifestyle, Entertainment, News
Accepts republished content: Yes. Contributing writers are expected to submit at least one article draft a week, but we are very flexible & allow our writers to submit articles a little more or less than that (if desired.)
Submit to: Elite Daily Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://elitedaily.com/contribute/
17. Social Media Examiner
Social Media Examiner teaches millions of businesses how to use the latest social media marketing strategies to drive more traffic, connect with customers, and spread exposure, and boost profits.
Global ranking: 5,862
Core theme: Social Media, Content Marketing, Business
Accepts republished content: No
Submit to: Social Media Examiner Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/writers/
18. Digital Inspiration
Digital Inspiration is one of the top 100 technology and how-to blogs that focuses on usage of software tools and technologies on the Internet.
Global ranking: 6,015
Core theme: Technology, Software
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: amit@labnol.org
Guest post guidelines: http://www.labnol.org/write/
19. Kissmetrics
Kissmetrics show statistics and data that indicates business success. It helps businesses transform visitors into loyal customers to the brand while monitoring the traffic.
Global ranking: 6,175
Core theme: Business, Marketing, Web Analytics
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Kissmetrics Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: https://blog.kissmetrics.com/guest-blogging-for-kissmetrics/
20. Business 2 Community
A place where professionals from the business world come together to offer their thoughts to the public. Best place to teach and learn if it’s about building a business and connecting with your customers.
Global ranking: 9,055
Core theme: Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing
Accepts republished content: Yes.
Submit to: Business 2 Community Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.business2community.com/contributor-guidelines#GGBTgtXbzlEOpPD0.97
21. Bplans
Bplans provides solutions to some of the biggest problems startups and small businesses face. They even has a free online collection of business plans and tools to help you with business letters and any advice for a business plan/strategy.
Global ranking: 10,579
Core theme: Business, Startups, Marketing
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Bplans Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://articles.bplans.com/authors/
22. Small Business Trends
Small Business Trends bring the top news, insight, success and failures of experts who want to help small businesses survive and grow.
Global ranking: 12,802
Core theme: Business, Marketing, Entrepreneur, Technology, Finance
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Shawn Hessinger (Executive Editor) at sbtips@gmail.com or experts@smallbiztrends.net
Guest post guidelines: https://smallbiztrends.com/about/article-submission-guidelines
23. Social Media Today
Social Media Today has a huge community and resources for communication, customer experience, marketing, and other digital strategies.
Global ranking: 13,915
Core theme: Social Media, Marketing, Business, Digital Strategy
Accepts republished content: Yes.
Submit to: approvingbloggers@socialmediatoday.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.socialmediatoday.com/how-to-post
24. Elephant Journal
A popular online journal where writers share their personal stories from living a fun and productive life to enduring a tearing heartbreak.
Global ranking: 16,874
Core theme: Lifestyle, Productivity, Self-improvement
Accepts republished content: Yes, but content needs to be 20% tweaked.
Submit to: Elephant Journal Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.elephantjournal.com/write/
25. CoSchedule
Coschedule helps marketers, bloggers, and business owners plan, create and promote their content on a simple marketing calendar.
Global ranking: 18,578
Core theme: Business, Marketing, Productivity, Social Media
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: CoSchedule Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://coschedule.com/blog/write-for-us/
26. Read write
One of the top 100 websites for entrepreneurs, Read Write gives answers to all vital questions about new technologies, industry, privacy & data issues, and all other aspects of the world’s progress.
Global ranking: 20,284
Core theme: Technology, Entrepreneur, Digital News
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: tips@readwrite.com
Guest post guidelines: http://readwrite.com/contributor-guidelines/
27. I Will Teach You To Be Rich
Ramit, the owner of I Will Teach You To Be Rich, publishes post that teach people how to save money, lower credit card debts, put a few more bucks in their wallet, anything to build their wealth.
Global ranking: 21,585
Core theme: Finance, Psychology, Money, Business
Accepts republished content: No.
Contact: ramit@iwillteachyoutoberich.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/write-a-guest-post-for-i-will-teach-you-to-be-rich/
28. Content Marketing Institute
Content marketing? Marketing leadership? Content strategies? CMI’s an expert in these fields, presenting great, effective, and helpful posts.
Global ranking: 23,580
Core theme: Content Marketing, Business
Accepts republished content: No. Not accepting guest post opportunities at this moment, unless someone from the Content Marketing Institute team has reached out to you.
Submit to: Michele at michele@contentinstitute.com or blog@contentinstitute.com
Guest post guidelines: http://contentmarketinginstitute.com/blog/blog-guidelines/
29. MarketingProfs
The site trains modern marketers to find their way in the ever-evolving marketing world through research, practices, and quality content.
Global ranking: 24,661
Core theme: Marketing, Business
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Vahe Habeshian at vahe@marketingprofs.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.marketingprofs.com/write-for-us
30. Inbound
Inbound is the internet’s smartest marketing community where you’ll hear the latest trends in marketing, SEO, pay-per-click (PPC), analytics, and blogging.
Global ranking: 32,205
Core theme: Marketing, Business, SEO, Blogging
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: editor@inbound.org
Guest post guidelines: http://blog.inbound.org/guest-blogger-guidelines
31. AllBusiness
Starting, developing, organizing and managing a business has never been easier thanks to AllBusiness. Here you have all the resources and tools for your business to thrive.
Global ranking: 32,525
Core theme: Business, Marketing, Entrepreneur
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: All Business Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: https://www.allbusiness.com/guest-post-overview
32. IncomeDiary
Entrepreneurs can pick up the best content about earning money online and building efficient sites on IncomeDiary. Besides publishing blog posts, IncomeDiary also provides content through educational courses and their software product.
Global ranking: 35,269
Core theme: Money, Bloggers, Content Marketing
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Income Diary Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.incomediary.com/write-for-incomediary
33. Matthewwoodward.co.uk
Matthew, the owner of this blog, shares numerous tutorials and case studies to help bloggers learn the inside-outs of internet marketing, including social media, building traffic, conversion rates and much more.
Global ranking: 39,079
Core theme: SEO, Marketing, Blogging, Social Media
Accepts republished content: Yes.
Submit to: Matthew Woodward Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.matthewwoodward.co.uk/write-for-us/
34. The Write Life
The Write Life focuses on connecting writers, helping them improve their craft, and showing them how to earn money from their blogs.
Global ranking: 44,589
Core theme: Blogging, Marketing, Money
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: contribute@thewritelife.com
Guest post guidelines: http://thewritelife.com/write-for-us/
35. All Blogging Tips
All Blogging Tips breaks down efficient strategies on building a successful blog instead of promising quick fixes. Perfect for people who are patient, work smart, and are determined to succeed online.
Global ranking: 47,332
Core theme: Blogging, Money, Business
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: info@allbloggingtips.com or All Blogging Tips Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: https://allbloggingtips.com/write-for-us/
36. Iamwire
Entrepreneurs, professionals, and people with innovative spirit come to Iamwire to build and scale their products and business.
Global ranking: 49,512
Core theme: Business, Entrepreneur
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: editor@iamwire.com or Iamwire Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.iamwire.com/submit-guest-post
37. StartupBros
Run by a self-taught entrepreneurs, StartupBros is the go-to source for starting your own business. They’ll tell you exactly how to launch a successful business and make hefty profits.
Global ranking: 50,620
Core theme: Startups, Entrepreneur, Money, Sales & Marketing
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: bros@startupbros.com
Guest post guidelines: http://startupbros.com/guest-blogging/
38. Dumb Little Man
Dumb Little Man features almost every practical life tip and life hacks for happiness, health, money, and success.
Global ranking: 50,780
Core theme: Lifestyle, Money, Self-Improvement
Accepts republished content: No. Must log into Facebook, Twitter, Google+ to start submission process.
Submit to: Dumb Little Man Submission Form
Guest post guidelines: http://www.dumblittleman.com/writers-guide
39. Blog Engage
Blog Engage is a blogging community where bloggers can submit topics on making money online, blogging, SEO, marketing and social networking, anything blog-related.
Global ranking: 53,504
Core theme: Blogging, Business, Content Marketing.
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Blog Engage Contact Form after registering an account.
Guest post guidelines: http://www.blogengage.com/blogger/guest-blog/
40. Xonecole
Xonecole is a blog for women of color and culture to voice their opinions and stories with their own style.
Global ranking: 55,581
Core theme: Lifestyle, Business
Accepts republished content: Yes.
Submit to: Necole at editor@xonecole.com
Guest post guidelines: http://xonecole.com/submit-your-stories/
41. John Chow
John Chow, the creator of this blog, shares his blogging success of earning $40,000 per month in 2 years with the goal of helping bloggers make money too.
Global ranking: 56,274
Core theme: Blogging, Money
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: John at johnchow@johnchow.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.johnchow.com/get-more-exposure-for-your-blog-with-a-guest-post/
42. Duct Tape Marketing
Duct Tape Marketing breaks down the marketing system into steps any entrepreneur can do to grow their business. Special attention given to small businesses.
Global ranking: 62,781
Core theme: Business, Marketing
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Duct Tape Marketing Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: N/A
43. Online Income Teacher
Led by a passionate blogger, Matt Smith tells his experience in generating income and the lessons he had learnt, giving you a deeper insight of earning money online and blogging.
Global ranking: 64,632
Core theme: Blogging, Money, Social Media
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Online Income Teacher Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://onlineincometeacher.com/write-for-us/
44. Daily Blog Tips
Daily Blog Tips focuses on building a professional blog where people can earn money from it. Doesn’t matter if you’re new to blogging or have been blogging for awhile, you’ll find tips that’ll help you design, promote, and monetize your blog.
Global ranking: 66,226
Core theme: Blogging, Content Marketing, SEO
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: daniel@dailyblogtips.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.dailyblogtips.com/daily-blog-tips-guest-post-guidelines/
45. Search Engine People
Search Engine People is marketing agency that teaches people to find ways to get their blog more noticed by users, improve their SEO, PPC, and overcome all sorts of blog issues.
Global ranking: 69,289
Core theme: Marketing, Blogging, SEO
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: ruud@searchenginepeople.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.searchenginepeople.com/guidelines
46. Tech Walls
Tech Walls is a technology blog that features the latest news on gadgets, smartphone reviews and guides, anything related to technology.
Global ranking: 78,297
Core theme: Technology,
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: ricky@techwalls.com
Guest post guidelines: https://www.techwalls.com/become-our-writer/
47. Kikolani
Kikolani contains blog marketing strategies designed for both personal and professional bloggers.
Global ranking: 79,578
Core theme: Blogging, Content Marketing, Business
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Kikolani Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://kikolani.com/guest-post-opportunities
48. Successful Blogging
People who aspire to be their own boss and get rich from home come to Successful Blogging for tips. Here you’ll find a compilation of everything you need to know about making money from blogging.
Global ranking: 83,096
Core theme: Blogging, Money
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Sue at sue@successfulblogging.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.successfulblogging.com/write-for-successful-blogging/
49. Make a Living Writing
Freelance writers of all backgrounds come to Make a Living Writing to learn how to earn money doing what they love doing.
Global ranking: 84,462
Core theme: Blogging, Money, Content Marketing
Accepts republished content: No. Pays at least $75–100/post, possibly more depending on quality of content.
Submit to: Carol at carol@caroltice.com
Guest post guidelines: http://www.makealivingwriting.com/why-i-pay-writers/
50. The SITS Girls
Managed by passionate bloggers (all women), The SITS Girls leaves a space where bloggers can find their audience and grow their brand. Here you can find useful tips on blogging, photography, and social media.
Global ranking: 87,275
Core theme: Blogging, Content Marketing, Social Media
Accepts republished content: Yes. Must create an account to submit your post.
Submit to: Tracie Nall at tracie@swaygroup.com or The SITS Girls Contact Form
Guest post guidelines:
https://swaygroup.submittable.com/submit/35833/blog-post-submission-for-the-sits-girls
51. Maximize Social Business
Maximize Social Business is the top resource for businesses to unlock the potential success of their business by maximizing the opportunities social media gives them.
Global ranking: 92,820
Core theme: Business, Social Media, Content Marketing
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: Maximize Social Business Contact Form
Guest post guidelines: http://maximizesocialbusiness.com/contact/
52. Tech Wyse
Tech Wyse is another tech agency that offers a wide range of services including driving traffic, measuring engagement and creative design.
Global ranking: 94,170
Core theme: Internet Marketing, Search Engine, Web Development
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: guestblog@techwyse.com
Guest post guidelines: https://www.techwalls.com/become-our-writer/
53. Write to Done
A paradise for enthusiastic writers who want to improve their writing, everything from creativity to productivity to crafting a novel.
Global ranking: 94,652
Core theme: Blogging, Marketing
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: writetodone@gmail.com
Guest post guidelines: http://writetodone.com/guest-posts-guidelines/
54. Basic Blog Tips
Basic Blog Tips is your main source for content writing strategies, blogging, and social media optimization which Illeane (creator of Basic Blog Tips) shows through Youtube videos and tutorials.
Global ranking: 98,982
Core theme: Blogging, Social Media, Content Marketing,
Accepts republished content: No.
Submit to: ileane@basicblogtips.com
Guest post guidelines: N/A
Have any other guest posting sites you think is worth being on this list?
Drop it in the comments below! I may consider adding it. :)
