Get Featured onHackerNoon's Homepage
We write Top Story-worthy articles that get your insights in front of 1M+ monthly readers. Same reach as $1,000 sponsored posts — earned organically through quality.
The Tech World Reads HackerNoon
When your article becomes a Top Story, you're not just getting views — you're getting the right audience.
83% Top Story Rate
5 out of 6 articles we submit get selected as Top Stories — the highest tier of HackerNoon recognition.
1M+ Monthly Readers
Top Stories get featured on HackerNoon's homepage, putting your insights in front of 1 million+ tech readers.
350K Newsletter Reach
Selected stories are distributed to 350,000+ email subscribers in the HackerNoon weekly newsletter.
DA 90+ SEO Power
HackerNoon's domain authority (90+) means your articles rank on Google for years, driving evergreen traffic.
Interview Invitation
Top writers get invited for exclusive HackerNoon interviews, boosting your profile as a thought leader.
Podcast & Audio
Top Stories often get converted to audio and added to HackerNoon's podcast for additional 50K+ reach.
Don't Just Take Our Word For It
Real notifications. Real Top Story selections. Real results.
Consistently ranked Top 10 Writer in Tech Companies category
Recent Top Stories
Real articles that earned Top Story placement and reached millions of readers.
Stripe's x402 Turned Bitcoin's Micropayments Dream Into a Bot Economy
Bithumb's $44B Bitcoin Error Highlights Structural Failures in Centralized Exchange Design
Why Web3 Projects Need Ongoing PR to Stay Relevant: The Promise vs. The Reality
AI Spawned a Religion in 48 Hours — The Real Story Is Way Darker
Is OpenAI's o3 Finally Thinking Like a Human?
Does Google's Willow Quantum Chip Put Bitcoin's Cryptography at Risk?
Invest in Authority Content
HackerNoon's paid Business Blogging costs $1,125 per post. Our organic Top Story approach costs less — and carries more credibility.
Single Story
Test the waters with one high-impact article
One-time payment
- 1 long-form article (1,500-2,500 words)
- Topic research & angle development
- SEO-optimized writing
- Custom cover image direction
- 2 rounds of revisions
- Publishing under your HackerNoon profile
- Top Story optimization
Authority Builder
Build momentum with a content series
One-time payment
- 3 long-form articles
- Content strategy session
- Topic ideation & calendar
- SEO & keyword research
- Custom cover images
- Unlimited revisions
- Interlinked article series
- Top Story optimization
- Priority support
Thought Leader
Dominate HackerNoon as a category leader
One-time payment
- 6 long-form articles
- Quarterly content strategy
- Deep topic research
- SEO & keyword mapping
- Custom cover images
- Unlimited revisions
- Crosslinked content ecosystem
- Top Story optimization
- Monthly strategy calls
- Social snippets for each article
- Dedicated Slack support
Compare: HackerNoon's Business Blogging = $1,125/post (paid placement) vs. Our Top Story articles = $150-$199/post (organic, editorially endorsed)
Thought Leadership Only
These articles are thought leadership pieces — industry insights, analysis, and expertise-driven content. Promotional or advertorial content gets rejected by HackerNoon's editorial team and won't qualify for Top Story selection.
Need promotional content? Contact us about Sponsored Content packages — we can help with paid placements and brand-focused articles.
🛡️ Top Story Guarantee
If your article doesn't get selected as a Top Story, we don't stop. We'll continue writing new articles until we deliver the promised number of Top Stories included in your package.
You pay for Top Stories, not just articles. Your success is our guarantee.
From Idea to Top Story
A proven process refined over dozens of articles to maximize your Top Story chances.
Discovery Call
We understand your expertise, target audience, and content goals. What topics position you as the authority?
Topic Research
We analyze trending topics, keyword opportunities, and what's getting picked as Top Stories right now.
Writing & Optimization
We craft narratives with hooks that capture attention and insights that provide real value — the Top Story formula.
Review & Publish
You review, we refine, then publish to your HackerNoon profile. We handle all the technical setup.
Questions? Answered.
What is a HackerNoon Top Story?
Top Stories are editorially selected articles that get premium placement on HackerNoon's homepage, newsletter distribution to 350K+ readers, and often podcast features. This exposure typically costs $1,000+ through paid channels.
What's your Top Story success rate?
83% of our articles get selected as Top Stories (5 out of 6). We've cracked the formula: compelling narratives, genuine insights, and topics that resonate with the tech community.
Do I need a HackerNoon account?
Yes, articles are published under your profile to build your personal brand. We'll help you set one up if you don't have one — it's free and takes 5 minutes.
How is this different from paid Business Blogging?
HackerNoon's Business Blogging costs $1,125 per post (or $674/post for 12-post packages). Our organic approach earns Top Story selection, which carries more credibility as editorial endorsement — and you get homepage + newsletter distribution worth $1,000+ in equivalent ad spend.
What topics work best?
Web3, AI, startups, developer tools, SaaS, cybersecurity, and tech industry analysis perform exceptionally well. We'll help identify angles that match your expertise.
How long does each article take?
Typically 5-7 business days from topic approval to published article. Rush delivery available for an additional fee.
Ready to Become a
HackerNoon Star?
Join the founders and tech leaders who've built authority through our Top Story articles. Let's get your insights in front of the right audience.
Questions About HackerNoon Publishing
What is a HackerNoon Top Story?+
A Top Story is an article selected by HackerNoon's editorial team for exceptional quality. Top Stories get featured on the homepage, reaching 1M+ monthly readers, and are included in their newsletter to 350K+ subscribers. It's the most valuable placement on the platform.
What's your Top Story success rate?+
We have an 83% Top Story pick rate - 5 out of 6 articles we submit get selected for the homepage. This is because we understand HackerNoon's editorial standards and craft content specifically designed to meet their criteria.
How long does it take to get published?+
From kickoff call to published article, it typically takes 2-3 weeks. This includes our research phase, writing, your review and revisions, and HackerNoon's editorial review process.
Do I need to have a HackerNoon account?+
Yes, you'll need to create a free HackerNoon contributor account. We'll submit the article under your profile so you build authority and can engage with comments directly.
What topics work best for HackerNoon?+
HackerNoon readers love Web3, blockchain, AI, startups, and founder insights. Technical deep-dives, market analysis, and contrarian takes perform especially well. We help you find the angle that resonates with their audience.
Can I republish the article elsewhere?+
HackerNoon allows republishing after 72 hours with proper canonical attribution. We can help you repurpose the content for LinkedIn, Medium, or your company blog for maximum reach.
Book your strategy call
Schedule a free 30-minute call to discuss your founder brand and Web3 content strategy.