Writer Guidelines

Writer Guidelines

Your complete guide to writing and earning on Article.pk

📖 8 min read

✨ What's New in 2026 - Your Articles Look Better!

📝 H2 Gradient Underline

Your main section headings (H2) now display with a beautiful blue-to-green gradient underline automatically!

📌 H3 Left Accent Bar

Sub-section headings (H3) get a stylish vertical gradient bar on the left side for better visual hierarchy.

🔗 Animated Links

Links in your articles have smooth gradient underline animations on hover - looks professional!

🖼️ Click-to-Zoom Images

Readers can click any image to view full-screen with smooth zoom. Your images get beautiful frames and shadows!

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Article Requirements

📏 Word Count

  • Minimum: 500 words (required)
  • Recommended: 1000-1500 words
  • Long-form: 2000+ words for guides
  • Longer articles rank better in Google

🖼️ Images

  • Featured image: Required (upload yourself)
  • Inner images: At least 1-2 in content
  • Use copyright-free sources (Pexels, Unsplash)
  • High quality images look best with our new zoom feature!

✍️ Content Quality

  • 100% original - No copied content
  • Proper grammar and spelling
  • Clear, readable sentences
  • Valuable information for readers

📝 Required Fields

  • Title: Descriptive, 50-60 characters
  • Summary: 150-160 characters
  • Category: Most relevant one
  • Tags: 3-5 relevant keywords
💡 Pro Tip

Articles with 1000+ words and 3+ images typically get 3x more views than shorter articles. Focus on quality and depth!

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Content Structure

A well-structured article is easier to read and ranks better in search engines. Use proper headings:

Element Purpose Example
Title (H1) Main headline - appears once "How to Start a Blog in Pakistan 2026"
H2 Headings Main sections (4-6 per article) "Why Start a Blog?", "Step-by-Step Guide"
H3 Headings Sub-sections under H2 "Choosing a Niche", "Setting Up Hosting"
H4 Headings Details under H3 (optional) "Free vs Paid Hosting", "Domain Tips"
Paragraphs Keep short (3-4 sentences each) Easy to scan on mobile
✓ Good Structure

How to Make Money Online in Pakistan

H2: What is Freelancing?
H2: Top 5 Freelancing Platforms
   H3: 1. Fiverr
      H4: How to Create Your First Gig
   H3: 2. Upwork
H2: Skills You Need to Learn
H2: FAQ

✗ Avoid This

Money Making Article

One long wall of text without any headings...
No structure, hard to read, no visual styling applied, poor SEO ranking.

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Beautiful Styling New!

When you use proper HTML headings, your articles automatically get beautiful styling! Here's what each element looks like:

Live Preview - How Your Article Will Look:

H2: Main Section Heading

Your paragraph content goes here. H2 headings get a beautiful gradient underline from blue to green.

H3: Sub-Section Heading

H3 headings display with a stylish vertical gradient bar on the left side.

H4: Detail Heading

H4 headings show a small gradient dot indicator. Great for sub-details!

Links look like this: Click here to learn more - with animated underline on hover!

🎨 Heading Styles

  • H2: Gradient underline (blue → green)
  • H3: Left vertical accent bar
  • H4: Gradient dot indicator
  • All headings have hover effects!

🔗 Link Styles

  • Clean, professional appearance
  • Gradient underline slides in on hover
  • External links show arrow icon
  • Visited links change color

🖼️ Image Styles

  • Rounded corners (8px radius)
  • Soft shadow for depth
  • Hover lift effect
  • Click to zoom full-screen!

📋 List Styles

  • Bullet lists: Gradient dot bullets
  • Numbered lists: Gradient circle numbers
  • Tables: Gradient header row
  • Blockquotes: Accent left border
🎯 How to Get These Styles

Just use proper HTML headings in the editor! Select text and choose Heading 2, Heading 3, or Heading 4 from the format menu. The beautiful styling is applied automatically when your article is published.

💡 Image Tip: Since readers can now click images to view full-screen, upload high-quality images! Blurry images will look bad when zoomed. Use free sites like Pexels.com or Unsplash.com for beautiful copyright-free images.

🎯 Styled Section Templates New!

Use these special H2 headings to get automatic themed styling with icons:

FAQ Teal theme
Conclusion / Summary Green theme
💡 Key Takeaways Gold theme
💭 Final Thoughts Orange theme
📖 References / Sources Gray theme

Just create an H2 heading with any of these titles - the styling is applied automatically!

Share Your Content with Short URLs New!

Profile Short URL

Share your profile easily: article.pk/@username
Example: article.pk/@zeeshan

Article Short URL

Share any article: article.pk/{article_id}
Example: article.pk/123

Share these URLs on WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram to get more views and earn more money!

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How to Earn

Per View

PKR 0.10+

Earn for every article read

Referrals

1%

Lifetime commission

Top Writer

$10-20

Monthly bonus

Consistency

5K PKR

1000+ views/month

💳 Payment Methods: JazzCash, Easypaisa, Bank Transfer
⏰ Payout Schedule: Withdraw after 30 days (earnings maturity)
📊 Minimum: No minimum - withdraw any amount!
🔓 No Limits: Unlimited publishing, no follower requirements

📈 Maximize Earnings

Writers who publish 3-5 quality articles per week consistently earn the most. Focus on trending topics, evergreen content, and proper SEO. One viral article can earn more than 100 average ones!

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Best Topics to Write About

🔥 High-Traffic Categories

  • Lifestyle: Relationships, self-improvement
  • Finance: Earning money, investments
  • Health: Fitness, nutrition, wellness
  • Tech: Gadgets, software, apps
  • Pakistan: Local news, trends, guides

📈 Content Formats That Work

  • How-To Guides: "How to..." step-by-step
  • Lists: "Top 10...", "Best 5..."
  • Comparisons: "X vs Y - Which is Better?"
  • Reviews: Products, services, apps
  • Explanations: "What is...", "Why..."
High-Performing Titles

✓ "How to Start Freelancing in Pakistan - Complete Guide 2026"
✓ "JazzCash vs Easypaisa: Which Mobile Wallet is Better?"
✓ "Top 10 Free Online Courses for Pakistani Students"
✓ "Why Your Phone Battery Drains Fast (And How to Fix It)"

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SEO Tips for More Views

🎯 Keyword Strategy

  • Include main keyword in title
  • Use keyword in first paragraph
  • Add keyword to 2-3 headings
  • Use related words naturally

📱 Reader Experience

  • Short paragraphs (mobile-friendly)
  • Use bullet points for lists
  • Add images every 200-300 words
  • Include a clear conclusion
🔍 SEO Secret

Answer questions people actually ask! Use formats like: "What is [topic]?", "How to [action]?", "Why does [problem] happen?". Google loves direct answers to common questions.

✓ SEO-Optimized Opening

Title: "How to Apply for BISP 2026 - Complete Guide"

First Paragraph: "BISP (Benazir Income Support Programme) is Pakistan's largest social safety program. To apply for BISP in 2026, you need a valid CNIC, must meet income criteria, and can register at your nearest BISP office or online. This guide explains everything step-by-step."

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Rules & Policies

🚫 Content Not Allowed

  • Plagiarism: Copied content from any source
  • Clickbait: Misleading titles that don't match content
  • Spam: Promotional content, excessive links
  • Affiliate Links: No personal affiliate/referral links
  • Inappropriate: Adult content, hate speech, violence
  • Fake News: Unverified or false information
  • Copyright Images: Using images without permission

⚠️ Consequences: Articles violating these rules will be rejected or removed. Repeated violations may result in account suspension. We use automated tools to detect plagiarism and AI-generated low-quality content.

Violation First Time Repeated
Minor issues (formatting, short word count) Article returned for revision Warning + guidance
Plagiarism/copied content Article rejected + warning Account suspension
Spam/promotional content Article rejected Account banned
Inappropriate content Immediate removal Permanent ban
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Submission Checklist

Before submitting your article, make sure you've completed everything:

✅ Final Checklist

500+ words (1000+ recommended)
Featured image uploaded
1-2 inner images in content
100% original content
4+ H2 headings for sections
Summary/excerpt filled (150 chars)
3-5 relevant tags added
Category selected
Phone number verified
Grammar/spelling checked
Quick Submission Tips

• Save your article as draft first and preview it
• Use Grammarly or similar tools for spelling check
• Read your article once from a reader's perspective
• Make sure all images load correctly
• Use H2, H3, H4 headings to get beautiful automatic styling!