Last updated: November 7, 2026
Write for 5 Letter Words and help readers understand technology without the jargon. We accept a small number of guest articles from people who genuinely know their topic and can explain it plainly. If that sounds like you, read this page carefully before pitching.
What We Publish
Guest articles must fit one of our sections: Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI News, Cybersecurity, Data, Business, SEO, Software Development, Emerging Tech, or Tips and Tricks. The best submissions answer one clear question completely, the way our own guides do on the homepage and across the magazine. Learn more about our style on the About page.
Our Rules, No Exceptions
- Original work only. The article must be written for 5 Letter Words and must not be published anywhere else, in whole or in part. Copied, spun or recycled content is rejected.
- No AI-generated filler. We can tell. Write from real knowledge and real examples. Light tool use for grammar is fine; submitting raw generated text is not.
- Plain language. Short sentences, simple words, every technical term explained the first time it appears. Our readers include beginners.
- Facts must check out. Use primary sources such as official documentation and company announcements. Do not invent statistics, dates or quotes.
- Length and format: 1,500 words or more, with clear headings, short paragraphs and at least one useful list or table where it helps.
- Links: you may include one link to your own website in your author bio. Links inside the article must genuinely help the reader; promotional links are removed.
- No paid placements disguised as guest posts. If you want promotion, see our Advertise page instead.
How to Pitch
Email 5letterwords1@gmail.com with the subject line “Guest Post Pitch” and include: your proposed title, three to five bullet points covering what the article will explain, one short writing sample or a link to your published work, and two lines about who you are. We reply to pitches that fit, typically within a few business days. Full contact details are on our Contact page.
Editing and Rights
We edit every accepted article for clarity, accuracy and style, and we may adjust the title and headings. Your name appears as the author. By submitting, you confirm the work is yours and you give us the right to publish and keep it on 5 Letter Words, as described in our Terms and Conditions. We do not pay for guest contributions at this time; what you get is an author credit, a bio link and an audience that came to learn.