Whether you’re just starting out or want to make some extra money, writing articles can be a great way to earn an income. But not all websites pay writers, so it’s important to know where to find them. To help you get started, we’ve compiled this list of some of the top websites that pay for writing articles.
Digital Ocean pays up to $200 per article for beautifully written tutorials about Linux and FreeBSD cloud hosting! The site accepts articles in three categories: Updates, Simple Tutorials and In-Depth Tutorials. You can earn $50, $100 or $200 depending on the category your article belongs to.
Tuts+ Vector is looking for articles about Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, CorelDRAW and other vector-related topics. They pay $50 – $200, and you can choose to submit your articles via email or through the website.
Focus on the Family is a Christian ethics-based website that promotes parenting, faith, and culture through well-written articles. They are looking for articles of at least 1,500 words and up to 2,500 words. They’re also looking for articles that contain practical, hands-on ideas for parents to try out.
Scary Mommy gives parenting a fun twist, with lighthearted yet useful tips for parents. They’re looking for a range of different topics, but the best ones are those that are easy to read and entertaining. They’re also willing to pay you $75 for your first article.
Women on Writing aims to provide an informative and supportive community for women writers, so they’re happy to take in a wide variety of topical pieces. They pay up to $125 for articles between 500 and 3,000 words, and you can choose to receive payments through PayPal.
Bitch Media seeks feminist content that is thorough, supported by facts and figures to give readers valuable insights. They’re looking for a wide range of topics, but they particularly encourage women-focused pieces that are between 1000 and 3000 words in length.
A fine parent is a family-oriented magazine that publishes in-depth articles each week. They’re happy to take in articles on a wide range of topics, but they especially like stories about children and the role of mothers. They’re also willing to pay you up to $150 for a 1200 word piece, and can pay you more if the article is longer or contains a lot of detail.
Great Escape Publishing is a website that explores getting paid to travel, whether that’s by writing or taking photos. They’re happy to take in any type of article that can help readers profit from their experiences.
Besides writing, the website also offers blogging opportunities and affiliate marketing services. You can also sign up for their newsletter and receive a monthly payment by PayPal.
PureContent aims to hire both writers and editors. Their minimum requirements include English knowledge and experience, although they’re willing to consider freelancers with no previous experience. They pay via PayPal and offer direct deposits for UK residents only.
Plum Deluxe is a website that pays $30 per accepted feature, and they’re looking for content that covers fashion, health, goods, home, drink, food and travel. You’re able to submit your work once you’ve been approved, but there are no guaranteed assignments.
