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What We Are Looking For

  • Guides: Tips for buyers and sellers on using online classified ads effectively.
  • Industry Insights: Trends in digital marketing, online marketplaces, thrift stores and e-commerce.
  • Safety Tips: Best practices for secure transactions and avoiding scams.
  • SEO & Digital Marketing: Strategies to boost ad visibility and online reach.
  • Reviews: Reviews of products, services, or digital tools related to classified ads.
  • Infographics & Visual Content: Data-driven insights about online classifieds.

Guidelines for Submissions

  1. There is no deadline – you can send pitches and articles throughout the year. However, time-sensitive topics should be submitted promptly.
  2. Submit only original, unpublished work. Do not send content that has been previously published or submitted elsewhere.
  3. Ensure your submission is factually accurate. Double-check and provide sources for all data and claims.
  4. Include a one-line bio at the end of your article and, if desired, mention your Twitter, LinkedIn, or Instagram handles.
  5. Format: Submit your work in Word format only. PDFs will not be accepted.
  6. We have a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism. Any plagiarized content will result in a permanent ban from submitting to Wait4Ads.
  7. Submissions must be accompanied by an undertaking stating that the content has not been submitted for publication elsewhere.
  8. Attach a high-resolution photograph of yourself.
  9. Due to a high volume of submissions, we will contact you only if we accept your piece. If you do not receive a response within six business days, feel free to submit your article elsewhere.
  10. Final edits rest with the editorial team.

Guidelines on Style for Authors

Word Count:

  • Guides & How-Tos: 600 – 1200 words/4 minutes read
  • Industry Insights & Reviews: 1000 – 1500 words.
  • Long-form/Explainers: 1500 – 2500 words.

Headlines & Titles:

Headlines must be concise and relevant to the article’s theme. Titles should summarize the key idea of your piece.


Introductions:

Begin with a short summary or a hook before the main introduction. The introduction should be engaging and informative.


References & Citations:

Hyperlink all references within the text. If no online source is available, use in-text citations.


Language & Tone:

  • Use clear, simple, and engaging language.
  • Avoid technical jargon unless necessary; explain terms for a general audience.
  • British English spelling and grammar are preferred.
  • Avoid prejudicial or outdated terminology.

Quotes:

Use quotes that add value and uniqueness to the article. If a quote is unclear or grammatically incorrect, paraphrase it instead.


Dates Format:

Follow the month-date-year format, e.g., January 26, 2025.

Wait4Ads reserves the right to edit submissions to align with our style and quality standards.

We look forward to your contributions!