Article submission sites let you republish or share articles for exposure. Done in bulk, it is a link-building tactic Google discourages. Done thoughtfully, it can reach new readers. This guide explains the safe approach.
Short answer
Publish your best original articles on your own site first. Syndicate or republish only selectively on reputable platforms, and never submit the same text to dozens of article directories for backlinks. Duplicate articles spread across weak sites add no value and can look like a link scheme.
What DA/PA mean here
DA and PA are third-party scores, not Google metrics. A “high DA” article site is not proof that its links help rankings. Check whether real readers visit and whether the platform has editorial standards.
Where article publishing can make sense
- LinkedIn articles and Medium – for professional audiences; write something distinct, not a copy of your blog post.
- Industry publications and association blogs – many accept expert contributions.
- Your own blog – always the primary home for your content.
Safe workflow
- Publish the original article on your own site and let it get indexed.
- If you republish elsewhere, add a canonical link or a clear “originally published at” note.
- Write a new angle or summary for other platforms rather than copying text.
- Choose platforms where your audience actually reads.
- Link naturally, with descriptive anchor text, and only where it helps the reader.
What to avoid
- Article spinning or auto-generated rewrites.
- Submitting the same article to many sites.
- Exact-match keyword anchors in every link.
- Paying for article submission packages.
Related Guides
- Black hat vs white hat SEO
- The complete off-page SEO guide
- Guest posting guide
- Social bookmarking guide
Frequently asked questions
Do article submission sites still help SEO?
Mass submission sites generally do not. Quality publications and your own content matter far more.
Is republishing my article duplicate content?
Not a penalty by itself, but use canonical tags or a source note so Google knows the original.
Conclusion
Put your effort into original, useful articles. Share them where real readers are, rather than chasing links on article directories.
