Writers FAQ Revised

Why do I have to format the articles in a certain way?

Articles must be submitted according to our guidelines for many reasons. Customers need to be able to purchase content that can be easily read and placed on their websites. Editor see dozens of articles per day, which means that articles must be formatted for easy review.

My article was rejected for containing website addresses or links. Why?

Buyers prefer articles without links because they want readers to stay on their websites. Web addresses or links can lead visitors away. Links are permitted when the buyer states as much in a request. "Links okay per requester" should be noted in the short summary field to alert editors to this detail.

How do I upload an article?

Click on the "Submit an Article" link where you'll find our Article Submission Form. To upload an article:

1. Choose a category. It is essential that you choose a category that is specific. There are specific categories to choose from under "articles," "reviews," and "blog entries."
2. Browse for your article's file located on your PC.
3. Fill out the submission form's fields - title, price, summaries, and keywords.
4. Click the button on the bottom that says "Submit Files." This will submit your article to Constant Content and place it in the queue for review.

After successful submission, you can double check the status at any time by clicking the "Your Content" link. The status varies from "under review", "for sale" or "sold". You can now view Your Content by category and by status.

I uploaded my article but it has disappeared from my Your Content list. What happened?

If an article disappears from your list shortly after you posted it, it has likely been rejected. Check your email box for a rejection notice (check your spam filter or junk mail folder too). You may inquire about rejections in the Rejected Articles section of our forum.

How do I enable the "Best Offer" option?

If you choose, you can edit your submissions to allow customers to make offers. You can enable the Best Offer feature on articles already available for sale or for newly submitted articles. Simply check the "Best Offer" box by editing existing submissions or when you upload a new submission for review.

Oops, I just submitted an article, but I forgot to mention something in the short summary. Do I have to re-submit it?

You can edit submissions that are still under review. Find the article in Your Content and choose the "Edit" link under the column labeled "Action." Here you can edit your summaries, price, keywords, upload new files and even opt to accept a "Best Offer".

My article was rejected because the long summary was too short. Why?

A full one third of the article must be included in the long summary. This allows potential customers to see what they are buying and decide whether or not your article is right for them. Many authors post a great deal more of their articles and have reported increased sales success.

A customer bought my article for full rights and has posted his name in the byline. Can he do that?

Yes. When you sell an article for full rights, you are selling all rights to it. The customer is buying the right to use it in any manner he sees fit. By selling a full rights license, you have become a ghostwriter. Keep this in mind and price your rights according to your wishes. If you do not wish to give up your byline, do not post your article for sale with a full rights license.

My article was rejected because I included a short bio about myself. Why can't I do this?

As Constant Content does not permit promotion or self-promotion, bios or signature lines are not permitted.

My article submitted for sale for usage rights was rejected because it has been previously published by another author. I use a pen name and I am that other author!

All articles are run through Copyscape, so any instance of an article having been published elsewhere will be made known to the editors. If you use multiple names, including pen names, it is your responsibility to indicate this to the editors. Include a note of explanation in your short summary if this is your situation. Note that articles previously published may only be sold for usage rights.

What Is the Difference Between a Public Request and Private Request?

Public Requests go out to the entire writing community at Constant Content. These should be placed in the most appropriate category for the article's topic. Private Requests are requests made by customers for specific writers, and they are made privately, so only those writers can see the request. These may be placed under the "Private Requests" master category. Please differentiate between the two types of requests upon submission so that articles are placed correctly.

How do I respond when a customer makes a request?

To respond to a request simply locate the request under the Requested Content section and either view the request first to see the details, or go directly to the "Q/A" link.

To view the request first, click on View Description. Here you will see the details of the request, including subject matter, word count, and price range. You'll also see a link labeled See Q/A. Clicking this link will allow you to start a dialogue with the buyer by asking question, or to draw attention to your submitted article by sending the buyer the link to your accepted content.

How Do I Change Personal Information Like Email Address and Pen Name?

Support can make changes to your account upon request.

When will I get Paid?

In order to get paid on the next payment cycle, you must have earned at least $50. Once you've reached this threshold, you will be paid on the next payday.

Payment is made on or around the beginning of each month. Customers' payments must be cleared before payment is made.

How do I contact Support?

You can email Constant Content any time by clicking the "Contact Us" link in the upper right part of the web page. You may also email support directly: support -at- constant-content.com . Use this address to ask questions about your account. For general questions about Constant Content, visit the Constant Content forums.

Why can't I contact a customer directly or post contact information?

By using Constant Content, you agree to the site's Terms and Conditions, which can be reviewed by clicking the link at the bottom of the page. Constant Content's marketing and services bring customers and writers together in an arena that benefits both parties. You win because you have a place to market your work with no up-front fees. The customer wins because he has a place to buy quality content. Bypassing Constant Content's system and posting contact information to our customers is grounds for account suspension.

What advice do you have for a new member of Constant Content?

First, take a deep breath. Next, review the Writer's Guidelines and Writer's Tutorial. Familiarize yourself with the layout of the website. Finally, write your article following the guidelines, proofread it, proofread it again, and submit it. You'll be pleasantly surprised at the responsiveness of Constant Content's editors even if the article is rejected.

If your submission has been rejected, you will receive an email notification stating the reasons why your article has been rejected. Proofread your article thoroughly to make sure it is understandable, grammatically correct, and polished. Then make all necessary revisions and re-submit. While you're waiting for approval, cruise over to the forum and get to know your fellow writers.

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