Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about using Pitch My Page

Getting Started

What is Pitch My Page?

Pitch My Page is a community-driven platform that helps content creators, writers, bloggers, and indie developers promote their work while building valuable SEO backlinks. You can submit pitches (articles, blog posts, products, or web pages), get discovered through community voting, and earn dofollow backlinks through reciprocal linking.

How do I create an account?

Click the "Get Started" or "Sign Up" button in the header. You'll need to provide an email address and create a password. After signing up, verify your email address through the confirmation link sent to your inbox.

Is there a free tier?

Yes! The free tier includes:

  • Unlimited pitch submissions
  • Community voting and comments
  • Unlimited backlink monitoring with weekly alerts
  • 2 reciprocal dofollow backlinks

What can I submit?

You can submit individual web pages, blog posts, articles, product pages, project pages, or entire websites. Each submission is called a "pitch" and represents one piece of content you want to promote.

Submitting Pitches

How do I submit a pitch?

Click "Submit Pitch" in the navigation menu or go to /submit. Enter your page URL, and the system will automatically fetch the title, description, and image. You can then:

  • Edit the title and description
  • Add tags and select a category
  • Upload a custom thumbnail (must be 1200x630px)
  • Upload a custom favicon/logo icon (up to 512x512px)
  • Set launch status (live or launching soon with date)
  • Add reciprocal links (optional but recommended)

What are the requirements for a pitch?

  • URL: Must be a valid web page URL
  • Title: Minimum 10 characters, maximum 200 characters
  • Description: Minimum 100 characters, maximum 1000 characters
  • Tags: At least 1 tag, maximum 10 tags
  • Category: Must select one category (AI, Content, Dev Tools, SaaS, Design, Marketing, or Other)
  • Thumbnail: Optional, but if uploaded must be exactly 1200x630px (max 5MB)
  • Favicon: Optional, recommended up to 512x512px (max 5MB)

Can I edit my pitch after submission?

Yes! Go to your Dashboard → My Pitches, find the pitch you want to edit, and click the "Edit" button. You can update the title, description, tags, category, thumbnail, favicon, and launch status. You can also re-verify reciprocal links to upgrade them from nofollow to dofollow.

What does "launching soon" status mean?

If your content or product isn't live yet but will be soon, you can set the status to "Launching Soon" and provide a launch date. This helps build anticipation and allows the community to prepare. The pitch will display a badge showing it's launching soon with the date.

How long does it take for my pitch to appear?

Pitches are auto-approved and appear immediately after submission. There's no waiting period or manual review process (though we reserve the right to moderate content if needed).

Reciprocal Links and Backlinks

What are reciprocal links?

Reciprocal links are when you add a link to Pitch My Page on your website, and in return, you receive a dofollow backlink to your pitch. This creates a mutually beneficial relationship that helps with SEO while providing value to your readers.

How do I earn dofollow backlinks?

To earn a dofollow backlink, you need to:

  1. Submit your pitch
  2. Copy the HTML code provided in the reciprocal links section
  3. Add that code to your website (in a sidebar, footer, or relevant article section)
  4. Click "Verify" - our system checks that the link exists and is dofollow
  5. Once verified, you receive a dofollow backlink to your pitch

Free users get 2 free reciprocal dofollow backlinks. Paid tiers offer more.

What's the difference between dofollow and nofollow?

Dofollow links pass SEO value (link juice) to the linked page, helping it rank better in search engines. Nofollow links don't pass SEO value. When you add a reciprocal link without verifying it, you receive a nofollow backlink. After verification, it upgrades to dofollow.

Can I re-verify my reciprocal link later?

Yes! If you initially submitted without a reciprocal link (or with a nofollow link), you can edit your pitch and click "Re-verify" after adding the link to your site. This upgrades your backlink from nofollow to dofollow.

How many backlinks can I earn?

  • Free tier: 2 reciprocal dofollow backlinks
  • Basic ($5/month): 2 free + 10 extra = 12 total dofollow backlinks
  • Power ($29/month): Unlimited dofollow backlinks

Voting and Community Engagement

How does voting work?

Users can vote on any pitch in the gallery. Click the heart icon to upvote content you find valuable. All votes are public and transparent—you can see who voted and when. Pitches with more votes rank higher in the gallery, ensuring quality content rises to the top.

Can I vote on my own pitch?

While technically possible, we encourage authentic community engagement. The best way to get votes is to create valuable content that others genuinely appreciate.

How do comments work?

Anyone can comment on pitches. Comments allow you to provide feedback, ask questions, or engage in discussions. Comments are public and help create a genuine community around content discovery.

Is there a pay-to-play system?

No! Pitch My Page is completely free from pay-to-play mechanics. Rankings are determined by genuine community votes, not advertising spend or paid promotions. This ensures a fair playing field for all creators.

Account and Dashboard

What can I see on my dashboard?

Your dashboard shows:

  • Statistics: Total pitches, active backlinks, votes received, comments received
  • Recent activity: Your recent submissions, votes on your content, comments, and backlinks added
  • Quick actions: Links to submit pitches, manage backlinks, and browse the gallery

How do I manage my pitches?

Go to Dashboard → My Pitches to see all your submissions. From there you can:

  • Edit pitch details
  • Delete pitches
  • Re-verify reciprocal links
  • See reciprocal link status

Can I delete my account?

Account deletion functionality is coming soon. For now, please contact support if you need to delete your account. Note that deleting your account will remove all your pitches, but published pitches may remain visible if they've been shared.

Images and Media

What image requirements are there?

  • Thumbnail: Optional, but if uploaded must be exactly 1200x630px (matches OG image standard). Maximum file size: 5MB. Formats: JPEG, PNG, GIF, or WebP.
  • Favicon/Logo: Optional, recommended up to 512x512px. Maximum file size: 5MB. Formats: JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP, or ICO.

How do images get set automatically?

When you enter a URL, Pitch My Page automatically fetches the Open Graph image from that page. It also tries to fetch the favicon. You can keep these automatic images or replace them with your own custom uploads.

Can I change images after submission?

Yes! Edit your pitch and you can upload new thumbnail or favicon images. Simply click "Upload Image" or "Upload Favicon" and select a new file that meets the requirements.

Pricing and Subscription Plans

What's included in the free tier?

  • Submit unlimited pitches
  • Community voting and comments
  • Unlimited backlink monitoring with weekly alerts
  • 2 reciprocal dofollow backlinks

What's the difference between Basic and Power plans?

Basic Plan ($5/month): Everything in Free, plus:

  • Daily backlink monitoring and alerts
  • Bulk upload (CSV) of backlinks to monitor
  • 10 extra dofollow backlinks (12 total)

Power Plan ($29/month): Everything in Basic, plus:

  • Hourly backlink monitoring and alerts
  • Auto-submit pitches on schedule
  • Bulk upload (CSV) of pitches
  • Unlimited dofollow backlinks

Are Basic and Power plans available yet?

Basic and Power plans are currently marked as "COMING SOON". The free tier is fully functional and provides excellent value for getting started. We'll announce when paid plans become available.

SEO and Technical Questions

Will Pitch My Page backlinks help my SEO?

Yes! Dofollow backlinks from Pitch My Page pass SEO value to your content, helping improve search engine rankings and domain authority. The backlinks are from a legitimate, indexed website, making them valuable for SEO.

Are the backlinks safe from Google penalties?

Yes. Pitch My Page uses ethical reciprocal linking practices that search engines trust. We don't use link farms, spam networks, or black-hat tactics. All backlinks are transparent, verifiable, and follow search engine guidelines.

How do I add the reciprocal link to my site?

When submitting a pitch, you'll see a "Reciprocal Links" section that provides HTML code. Copy this code and paste it into your website's HTML—typically in a sidebar, footer, or at the end of a relevant article. The code includes a link to your pitch page on Pitch My Page.

Troubleshooting

My reciprocal link isn't verifying. What should I do?

Make sure the link is actually live on your website and accessible. Check that you copied the HTML code correctly. The link must be dofollow (not nofollow) to earn a dofollow backlink. If issues persist, try editing your pitch and clicking "Re-verify" after ensuring the link is properly added to your site.

My image upload failed. Why?

Check that your image meets the requirements:

  • Thumbnail: Exactly 1200x630px, max 5MB
  • Favicon: Up to 512x512px, max 5MB
  • File format: JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP (or ICO for favicon)

If your image doesn't meet these requirements, resize it before uploading.

I'm not receiving email alerts. What's wrong?

Check your spam/junk folder first. Ensure your email notifications are enabled in your account settings. Also verify that your subscription tier's alert frequency matches your expectations (weekly for Free, daily for Basic, hourly for Power).