📌 Overview
It is easy to pick the wrong category when submitting a press release. For example, you may have meant to choose Lifestyle but selected Apps and Software by accident. This article explains what to do if that happens and how to avoid it in the future.
🎯 Why the Category Matters
The category tells distribution channels and readers what your press release is about. A mismatched category can affect:
- Which sections of a news site or network your release appears in
- How relevant the release looks to the audience you want to reach
- How clearly the release fits the topic of your content
If the category is wrong, it is worth correcting it as early as possible.
⚡ What to Do Right Away
Whether a category can be changed depends on where your press release is in the submission process. Follow these steps:
- Open your press release in the platform and check its current status.
- If the release is still a draft or has not been finalized, open it and look for the category field. Select the correct category and save your changes.
- If the release has already been submitted, do not submit a duplicate. A second submission can create confusion and may use up an additional release.
- Note the title of your press release, the category you selected, and the category you actually wanted.
- Contact our team using the chat widget so they can review the release and tell you what options are available.
💬 What to Tell Our Team
Including the right details in your first message helps us resolve the issue faster. Please share:
- The title of the press release
- The category you selected by mistake
- The category you want instead
- The date you submitted the release
Example message: I submitted a press release and selected Apps and Software by mistake. I meant to choose Lifestyle. Can the category be updated?
✅ How to Avoid This in the Future
- Review the category before you click submit. Take a few seconds to double-check the dropdown selection.
- Choose the category that best matches your main audience, not just the product or service you mention.
- If you are unsure which category fits best, think about where a reader would expect to find the story.
- Use the preview or review step, if available, to confirm all details before final submission.
❓ Common Questions
- Can I submit the release again with the right category? We recommend that you do not do this until you have checked with our team. A duplicate may cause extra charges or duplicate content.
- Will the wrong category hurt my results? It may affect where your release is shown, which is why we recommend reporting the mistake quickly.
- Is there a deadline for reporting the mistake? The sooner you report it, the more options are usually available, so please reach out as soon as you notice it.
🙋 Need More Help?
If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type human teammate to be instantly connected with a member of our team.