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In December, 2024, Connectively/HARO will be shutting down. Press Ranger centralizes pitch requests from multiple sources and will not be impacted by the closure.
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You can view pitch requests from journalists directly in your Press Ranger dashboard via the Pitch Requests tab. This section shows active journalist requests from a variety of sources.
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Note that Pitch Requests is in Early Access / Beta. We’re currently working with agencies, freelancers, and sources that spend a lot of time in HARO-style services. If this is you, please get in touch with us at [email protected] with ideas and feature requests.
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Press Ranger pulls pitch requests from a variety of sources. The primary ones are:
HARO, short for "Help a Reporter Out," is a powerful platform that connects journalists with expert sources. Founded in 2008 by Peter Shankman, HARO was created to bridge the gap between media professionals seeking expert insights and individuals or businesses looking to share their expertise and gain media exposure.
Peter Shankman initially started HARO as a Facebook group to help his journalist friends find sources for their stories. The concept quickly gained traction, and within a year, HARO had evolved into an email list with thousands of subscribers. In 2010, Vocus (now Cision) acquired HARO, further expanding its reach and capabilities. In December of 2024, Connectively / HARO will be shutting down.
Responding to pitch requests offers numerous benefits for both businesses and individuals: