5 Writing Platforms that Pay Writers
I am sharing 5 amazing platforms for aspiring writers to get paid for their writing.
Online writers are roaming the internet to find opportunities. The first thing they get to know is freelancing. No, it's not the only option left. I am sharing 5 amazing platforms for aspiring writers to get paid for their writing. I have already talked about these sites. In case you haven’t learned before, you can now.
#1. Medium
The most popular platform that is getting hyped every passing day.
How do writers make money on Medium?
There are two ways to make money:
#1. With Medium Partner Program
- You earn a percentage of member reading
#2. Without the Medium Partner Program
- Start a blog and grow it.
- Attract clients
- Promote affiliate links
- And collaborate with businesses
#2. Vocal.media
Vocal media is also a platform for writers and bloggers.
How do writers make money on Vocal.media?
Vocal.media pays the writer per view.
- $3 something for 1000 views as a simple member.
- $6 something for 1000 views as a Vocal+ member.
Vocal.media also gives bonuses
- $5 for 5 stories
- $10 for 10 stories
- $50 for 50 stories
- $15 for 15 likes on the story
- $5 if the story ranks
Note: These bonuses are offered once.
Challenges
Vocal.media challenges are a great way to make a huge income
You can participate in open challenges and win prizes up to:
- $500
- $3500
- $1000
According to prices set by the team.
#3. HubPages
HubPages might be less popular, but it’s also a good platform for writers to get paid. The process to get into it is quite simple. Sign up and start writing.
Key point
- This platform accepts high-quality pieces only.
How do writers make money on HubPages?
- Generate income from getting views
- Amazon Affiliate
- And ads
#4. NewsBreak
Only good for those who are lucky enough to be accepted by them.
It’s a local US-based platform that accepts applications from locals.
You need to meet the eligibility criteria to apply for monetisation.
Criteria
- 10 publish stories
- 100 creator followers
Once you meet the criteria, you have to apply for monetization. If accepted, you can make easy money every month. NewsBreak itself claims you can make $1000 a month on average.
#5. Substack
Subtack is not a typical blogging site. It’s basically a newsletter. You can create a publication on Substack. Grow your audience and then monetise your writing.
How do writers make money on Substack?
- You can put your story behind the paywall.
- Set subscription fee
Bottom Line
Not all platforms are perfect or bad. The common things you need to earn income on these platforms are
- Patience
- Consistency
- Quality and quantity
- Smart work + hard work.
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