HARO
Help A Reporter Out, a platform connecting journalists with expert sources for stories
HARO (Help A Reporter Out) is a platform that connects journalists seeking expert sources with professionals who can provide quotes, data, and insights for articles. By responding to relevant HARO queries with helpful, expert commentary, you can earn high-authority backlinks from major publications. Success with HARO requires speed (responding quickly to queries), relevance (only pitching when you have genuine expertise), and quality (providing detailed, useful responses). While HARO response volume is high and competition is fierce, consistent participation yields valuable editorial links from trusted media outlets. Similar platforms include Qwoted, SourceBottle, and featured.com.