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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Optimised Press Release Services

What is an Optimised Press Release?

An Optimised Press Release is a one-page document specifically written to gain positive media coverage by announcing a newsworthy topic. The release is distributed online and optimised with strategic keywords to help visibility on search engines after it's published by an online media outlet.


How important is online public relations for my ecommerce store?

Public relations (PR) is an important part of a comprehensive marketing plan for any business, even if you only have an online presence. PR helps establish credibility among your target audience and compliments any paid advertising efforts.

The information in a published press release also has a long-lasting effect as the information remains online to be referenced over and over again.


Why should I choose to use Volusion's Optimised Press Release Services?

With our professional team of expert keyword researchers, content writers and our partnership with a professional online distribution provider, PRWeb.com, choosing to use our Optimised Public Relations services can:

  • Help increase your online store's search engine visibility
  • Establish your company as an industry leader
  • Build your brand with consistent, on-target messaging
  • Promote new products, interesting company information, important events and more

When are these services most helpful to my online business?

Press releases are used as a PR tactic within a marketing plan; but, for this tactic to be successful there must be a newsworthy element within each release. It's therefore most effective to use an Optimised Press Release when:

  • You have a new and/or unique product or promotion
  • Your company has an interesting story or background to share
  • You're making a relevant, industry-related announcement such as exhibiting at a tradeshow, sponsoring a major event, partnering with another company or on-boarding a new executive

How long will the whole process take to produce and distribute one Optimised Press Release?

Once your order is processed, you'll receive a questionnaire via email for you to complete and return within 3-5 business days. After the questionnaire is received, we will contact you if any further information is needed. Your Optimised Press Release will be written and sent to you within 5 business days for a one-time editing opportunity. We ask that you send any feedback to us within 3 business days. If you have no edits, please send us an email authorizing the finalization of your release. Your release will then be distributed through PRWeb.com.


How much of my involvement is needed throughout the process?

There are three easy steps requiring your involvement in the Optimised Press Release process, including:

  1. Completing and returning the initial questionnaire
  2. Providing any additional information that is requested
  3. Reviewing your Optimised Press Release proof and sending any feedback to us

Will I get to change any of the content that is written in my Optimised Press Release before it's distributed?

Yes, once your Optimised Press Release is completed, it will be sent to you in a PDF format for review. This is your opportunity to send us thoughts, edits and feedback before the release is finalized and distributed.

Please keep in mind that your release will be written and styled a certain way to adhere to AP Style guidelines and be as optimised as possible. The most helpful edits are those regarding imperative information about your company and/or products. Edits based on specific business or product-related information will be more helpful than making minor alterations to words or content structure.


Can't I create and distribute an Optimised Press Release myself?

Only with time, expertise and knowledge of online distribution methodology. One of the biggest challenges of creating a successful Optimised Press Release is knowing how to write the release with a strategic approach and according to AP Style. It's an equal challenge to know which keywords will effectively optimised the information to help the release be found in search engines.


How will my Optimised Press Release be distributed?

We've contracted with PRWeb, one of the leading online press release distribution service providers. PRWeb allows your release to exist on more than 40,000 sites and be indefinitely archived on PRWeb.com. We also have the ability to segment the media list your release is sent to by hundreds of industries to ensure your information is going to the right audiences.


How will I know how many media outlets picked up my release once it's distributed?

We'll provide you with two detailed reports; one within 2 weeks of the initial distribution of your Optimised Press Release and one at the end of the 28-day tracking period provided by PRWeb.

Each report will give you a comprehensive update of a variety of analytics, including:

  • Total media deliveries
  • Total impressions
  • Total reads broken down by geographic location
  • Online pickup through both Google and Yahoo! Search
  • Interactions
  • Traffic sources