Question 1

What does Ascend do?

Accepted Answer

Ascend helps agencies arrange press placements, backlinking and TV interviews under their own brand. You manage the client relationship while we coordinate the content and placement process. We do not promise search-ranking improvements from placements.

Question 2

What does white-label actually mean here?

Accepted Answer

It means everything we create carries your agency's branding and is delivered under your name, so the work reads as yours. You control the pricing and the client relationship, while we handle the production behind the scenes.

Question 3

Who uses Ascend?

Accepted Answer

We mostly work with marketing, PR, and SEO agencies that want to offer top-tier results without needing to hire a full in-house newsroom or a link-building team. We also partner with publishers looking for a steady and reliable way to fill their inventory with high-quality content.

Question 4

How is this different from a typical PR or link-building vendor?

Accepted Answer

Most vendors treat PR and link-building as two different worlds. We link them together into one smooth experience. Since our platform is built specifically for reselling, you get clear project scopes, dependable delivery times, and reports that are ready for your agency to attach its name to.

Question 5

What kinds of placements can you get?

Accepted Answer

You can get features in anything from major news outlets and business sites to lifestyle blogs and industry-specific journals. We even offer opportunities for TV and broadcast interviews. We will help you find the right mix of media based on what your client is aiming to achieve.

Question 6

Are placements guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

We are clear about what you can expect, so you'll know the scope before we even begin. While we cannot (and should not) dictate exactly what a journalist writes, because that's how a real news network operates, we do stand by our commitment to secure the specific placement we agreed upon.

Question 7

How long do placements take?

Accepted Answer

Every publication has its own timeline. Instead of giving you a 'best-case scenario' number that looks good on paper but might not be true, we offer a realistic timeline based on the specific outlet we're working with.

Question 8

Do the placements stay live?

Accepted Answer

Publication terms vary by outlet. Confirm the agreed duration and any removal conditions before ordering. A live article can be shared with customers and prospects, but publication does not guarantee lasting availability or search performance.

Question 9

What is a publication link?

Accepted Answer

It is a link in an article that helps readers find a relevant website. Its value can include referral visits and useful context. A publisher's reputation or Domain Rating does not guarantee that a link will improve your search rankings.

Question 10

Will this hurt my client's SEO?

Accepted Answer

Buying links to pass ranking credit violates Google's link-spam policy. Google says advertising and sponsored links should use rel="sponsored" or rel="nofollow". Confirm the disclosure and link treatment with the publisher before ordering. An established publication is not a guarantee of compliance, and we do not promise ranking gains or freedom from SEO risk.

Question 11

Can I check a domain's authority before we start?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are welcome to use our free tools to check a site's Moz Domain Authority and Ahrefs Domain Rating. It's a good way to see where a client stands today and then track their progress while you work with us.

Question 12

How does PR connect to SEO at Ascend?

Accepted Answer

PR can introduce your brand to relevant audiences and bring interested readers to your site. Search performance also depends on useful content, technical quality and many other factors. Paid placements should not be treated as a way to buy ranking credit.

Question 13

Can I really resell this under my own brand?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. This is exactly why we built Ascend. Every delivered project and report is made to be branded as yours. As far as your clients are concerned, you're the only one doing all of the magic.

Question 14

Do I need my own PR or SEO team to use Ascend?

Accepted Answer

No, many of our partners use us specifically so they don't have to hire a specialized team. You focus on managing your clients and growing your business. We handle the technical execution and delivery.

Question 15

How is pricing structured?

Accepted Answer

We price per placement. This keeps the cost down and the scope clear from the very start. If you have a specific client in mind or are aiming to do a larger volume of work, just let us know, and we will give you a tailored quote.

Question 16

I run a publication. How do I work with Ascend?

Accepted Answer

We make it easy by buying your unsold sponsored-content inventory. We fill those spots with high-quality, brand-safe content from our agency network and then send it back to you, ready to go. You never have to worry about a complicated process or managing a new platform.

Question 17

Do I have to approve each piece or manage a queue?

Accepted Answer

No, we take care of all of the sourcing and production. You will receive finished content that's safe for your brand and fits your publication's style. All you have to do is hit Publish.

Question 18

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Just send us a message through our contact form. Tell us a little about your agency or publication and what you're looking for. We will then reach out to show you how everything works and help you take the first step.

Question 19

Can I try something for free first?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely. You can try our free SEO tools right now to check any website's authority. It's the fastest way to get a feel for the kind of data we use to drive everyday results.

Questions, answered.

The basics

Press placements & coverage

Publication links & search

For agencies

For publishers

Getting started

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