Pitch BuzzFeed News
<p>DR 88 · Traffic High · Links Weak · Free · General</p>
Approval & timeline
News editorial cycle — pitch to journalists, wait days to weeks. No vendor listing approval queue. BuzzFeed News journalists evaluate newsworthiness, public interest, and editorial standards. Not a pay-to-list directory.
Pros
- DR 88 buzzfeednews.com with High traffic on published news articles
- Mainstream audience beyond typical tech directory browsers
- Free editorial coverage — no listing fee for earned news stories
- Social sharing potential on culturally resonant stories
Cons
- Not a startup directory — no product listing form
- Requires genuine news angle — most SaaS launches do not qualify
- Backlink quality rated Weak for SEO-focused founders
- Editorial landscape shifts — pitch paths and responsiveness vary
Submit
Visit BuzzFeed News · Auto-submit my SaaS · From $99 one-time
FAQ
Can I submit my startup to BuzzFeed News like a directory? No — BuzzFeed News is a newsroom. Pitch journalists with a newsworthy story; there is no product listing form.
How is BuzzFeed News different from BuzzFeed? BuzzFeed News (buzzfeednews.com) focused on news reporting. BuzzFeed (buzzfeed.com) publishes entertainment and listicles — different pitch paths and standards.
Is BuzzFeed News good for SaaS launches? Only with a genuine news hook beyond “we launched a product.” Most SaaS founders should prioritize Product Hunt, G2, and tech press first.
Does BuzzFeed News coverage help SEO? Articles may link to your site, but we rate backlink quality Weak. Value is brand visibility and referral traffic on publication day.