How Publishing Press Releases at Viral Press Releases Is Different from Other News Platforms

9 hours ago - 3 min read

Publishing a press release is no longer just about uploading content and hoping it ranks. At Viral Press Releases, the process is structured, quality-focused, and designed to align with how search engines like Google and Google News evaluate content.

No Copy and Paste Publishing

Unlike many platforms, you cannot copy and paste news stories from other websites and expect them to be indexed or featured. Duplicate content is one of the main reasons press releases fail to gain visibility.

Every submission must be original, structured, and written specifically for your announcement. This ensures your content stands out and meets search engine standards.

A Structured, Paragraph-by-Paragraph Format

Press releases on Viral Press Releases must be submitted in a clear, step-by-step format. Each paragraph serves a purpose and is limited to 100 words, helping maintain clarity and engagement.

Here’s how the structure works:

1. The Lead Paragraph

This is the most important part of your press release. It answers who, what, when, where, and why. Around 70% of readers only read this section, so it must deliver the core message clearly and quickly.

2. Second Paragraph

This expands on the announcement by adding key details or context. Around 50% of readers continue to this point, making it essential to build interest and provide clarity.

3. Third Paragraph

This section adds depth. You can include data, background information, or further explanation. About 30% of readers reach this stage, so the content should reinforce credibility.

4. Fourth Paragraph

Include a quote from a founder, CEO, or spokesperson. This adds authenticity and originality. If preferred, you can choose not to format it as a quote and display it as a standard paragraph.

5. Fifth Paragraph

This is your closing section. Summarise the announcement, highlight future plans, or explain the expected impact.

6. Sixth Paragraph

Provide an overview of your company or organisation. This helps readers and search engines understand who you are.

7. Seventh Paragraph (Optional)

If your announcement involves another organisation, include their company information here.

Final Paragraph: Media Contacts

This is the only section where links are allowed. Add your call to action and provide contact details for media enquiries.

Links

All links are removed from the press release content, apart from Media Contacts section and CTA (Call To Action). You can add your website or app URL to  Media Section. If you add just a website URL to CTA links it won't be shown. CTA is supposed to redirect to pages such as a subscription page, event booking or deals... 

You can also add relevant links using extra news details, such as:

  • Link to a research paper 
  • Link to launched product on Product Hunt, Betalist, StartupBase, Launched, Launching Next...
  • Link  product seeds/crowdfunding/funding page
  • Website URL of the merged, acquired or partnered with company
  • More about the event URL (Eventbrite, 10Times...)
  • Website URL of the new brand if it's different
  • Awarding body URL
  • LinkedIn page of the new executive hire
  • Link to social profiles:  Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram, YT Channel, Google Maps, TikTok channel and Github

Some of these links are shown only when the press release is featured.

Why This Approach Works

This structured format is designed around real reader behaviour. Most people do not read entire articles, so delivering value early and clearly increases engagement.

It also aligns with how Google evaluates content quality:

  • Original content performs better
  • Clear structure improves readability
  • Credible sources increase trust

By following this format, your press release has a stronger chance of being indexed and gaining visibility on platforms like Google News.

A Better Way to Get Discovered

At Viral Press Releases, the focus is on quality over quantity. Instead of flooding the platform with duplicated content, every press release is built to deliver real value.

If you want your business news to be seen, trusted, and indexed, this structured approach gives you a clear advantage.

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Disclaimer

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