{"id":82936,"date":"2024-11-26T21:02:29","date_gmt":"2024-11-26T21:02:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/glosario\/nota-de-prensa\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T14:57:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T14:57:23","slug":"press-release","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/glossary\/press-release\/","title":{"rendered":"Press release"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>A press release is a brief and structured document that companies or entities use to send relevant information to journalists and the media. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Its main objective is to capture the attention of the media so that they publish the news and, thus, amplify the scope of the message.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><strong>This resource is especially useful for announcing product launches, events, relevant internal changes, corporate achievements or any content that may be of public interest.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<p>Although created using a <strong>traditional printed format<\/strong>, digital press releases are now the standard, being distributed through emails, specialized platforms or social networks.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why are press releases important?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Press releases are not only useful for media to cover your story, <strong>they also offer important advantages for your marketing, branding and SEO strategies<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Increased visibility <\/h3>\n\n<p>When published on news websites, blogs or even in <a href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/glossary\/newsletter-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">email marketing newsletters<\/a>, they help show your brand in front of a wide audience.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Reinforce authority<\/h3>\n\n<p>When a recognized media outlet or platform shares your story, it builds trust with your target audience.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Increased web traffic<\/h3>\n\n<p>Many press releases include links to the brand&#8217;s official website, generating clicks and <strong>improving your SEO ranking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Complement email marketing strategies <\/h3>\n\n<p>Press releases can be reused as content in <a href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/glossary\/email-campaigns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">email campaigns<\/a>, especially if you announce something exclusive or relevant to your subscribers.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic structure of a press release<\/h2>\n\n<p>Although <strong>writing a press release <\/strong> seems simple, it has a specific structure that you must follow to capture the attention of journalists and editors:<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Impactful headline<\/h3>\n\n<p>A good headline is key. <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>It should be short, direct and answer the &#8220;what&#8221; of your news. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Think of something that arouses curiosity or generates immediate interest.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Subtitle<\/h3>\n\n<p>A brief summary that expands on the idea of the headline and provides a little more context.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Lead or opening paragraph<\/h3>\n\n<p>In this section, you should include the answers to the basic questions: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who? <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What? <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When? <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where? <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why? <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and how?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p> It must be clear and concise.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Body<\/h3>\n\n<p>Here you expand the main information, adding details, quotes from relevant people (such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/es\/glosario\/ceo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CEO<\/a>) or data that support your story.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Call to action (CTA)<\/h3>\n\n<p>Although not always necessary, including a CTA can direct the reader to a web page, event registration or content download.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Contact information<\/h3>\n\n<p>At the end of the release, include the name, email and phone number of the person responsible so journalists can contact you.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use press releases in a digital strategy?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Although there are multiple ways, let&#8217;s take a look at some of the most popular ones.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 SEO and press releases<\/h3>\n\n<p><strong>When you distribute an online press release, you can optimize it with <a href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/glossary\/keyword\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">keywords <\/a> related to your brand or product.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Not only will this help make it more visible in search engines, but it will also drive organic traffic to your website.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><strong>For instance: <\/strong> If you are launching a new <a href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/glossary\/email-marketing-tool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">email marketing tool<\/a>, be sure to include phrases such as &#8220;advanced email marketing solutions&#8221;, &#8220;email campaign software&#8221; or &#8220;email automation&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Distribution through email marketing<\/h3>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Email marketing <\/a> is a perfect channel to distribute press releases to strategic contacts, such as journalists, business partners or even interested customers. <\/p>\n\n<p>Create a segmented list and send the release with an attractive design, accompanied by a &#8220;Read More&#8221; button that directs readers to the full document.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Integration with social media<\/h3>\n\n<p>A press release can be adapted to more visual formats and shared on social media platforms. <\/p>\n\n<p>For example, create a carousel on Instagram with the key points or a post on LinkedIn with the link to your release.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for creating effective press releases<\/h2>\n\n<p>Without going into too much detail, we can share the most important aspects:<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Be brief and get to the point<\/h3>\n\n<p>Journalists receive dozens of press releases a day, so avoid redundancy. Keep the release clear and well-structured.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Use a professional but human tone<\/h3>\n\n<p>Although the information should be formal, try to make your writing attractive and easy to understand.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Include relevant data<\/h3>\n\n<p>Statistics, studies or quotes from experts always add credibility.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Don&#8217;t forget visuals<\/h3>\n\n<p>Images, graphics or videos related to your press releasecan make it much more interesting.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Customize your distribution<\/h3>\n\n<p>Before sending your press release, research which journalists or media are more related to your topic. <\/p>\n\n<p>A mass mailing is not always the best strategy.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical example of a press release<\/h2>\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s suppose you have a company that has just launched a new feature for its email marketing platform:<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Title<\/h3>\n\n<p>&#8220;We are Revolutionizing the world of Email Marketing: Mailrelay Launches the best Intelligent Automation Tool&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Subtitle<\/h3>\n\n<p>&#8220;The new feature allows brands to increase their conversion rates with AI-based technology.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Lead:<\/h3>\n\n<p>Mailrelay, a leader in email marketing, today announced the launch of its latest innovation: an automation tool that promises to transform the way businesses manage their email campaigns.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 Body<\/h3>\n\n<p>With this new feature, users will be able to segment their databases more precisely, personalize messages in real time and analyze customer behavior to optimize every interaction. <\/p>\n\n<p>&#8220;We are excited to offer this tool that responds to today&#8217;s digital marketing needs.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00b7 CTA<\/h3>\n\n<p>Find out how this new feature can help you take your email marketing strategy to the next level. Visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mailrelay.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n<p>Press releases are still a fundamental part of any communication strategy, even in the digital environment. <\/p>\n\n<p>If you combine it with tools such as email marketing, you can maximize its reach and effectiveness. <\/p>\n\n<p>Remember that, although the format may seem simple, the key is to offer relevant information and do it in an attractive way. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","class_list":["post-82936","glossary","type-glossary","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Press release - Mailrelay<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A press release is a brief, structured document used by companies or entities to send relevant information to journalists and the media.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/mailrelay.com\/en\/glossary\/press-release\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Press release - 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