Partner With GNL Magazine

GNL Magazine is a Black-woman-owned gaming and culture publication dedicated to thoughtful editorial coverage, in-depth guides, reviews, and stories that resonate with our engaged community of players and tech enthusiasts. We work with brands and partners whose products, services, and stories align with our audience and editorial mission.

We offer collaboration opportunities that go beyond traditional advertising — each proposed partnership is crafted to deliver value to both readers and brands in an authentic, editorial voice.

All sponsored content is reviewed and edited to meet our editorial standards before publication. Placement is never guaranteed simply by purchase — quality, relevance, and audience interest are our priorities.

How Our Editorial Partnerships Work

Rather than link insertion or passive placements, we focus on curated, narrative-driven content that aligns with GNL Magazine’s identity and serves our audience first.

We do not offer:

  • Link insertion or retrospective edits to existing articles

  • Pre-written third-party articles provided by external parties

  • Content unrelated to gaming, gaming tech, or culture

Editorial integrity is core to everything we publish.

Important Notice Regarding Third-Party SEO Listings

GNL Magazine is not affiliated with any black hat SEO providers, link directories, or third-party sites offering paid backlinks or link insertions. If you found us through such a platform, please note that we did not authorize that listing. All advertising and sponsorship inquiries must go through our official channels.

We do not accept gambling, casino, betting, CBD, writing services, dating, adult, forex, detox, cryptocurrency, or other grey niche submissions. We do not accept grey niche content.

Submissions violating this list will be rejected and may not be refunded.

Updated July 15, 2025

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

GNL Magazine is a video game and gaming technology publication focused on original guides, reviews, and editorial content. We accept sponsored guest content only and do not accept unsolicited pitches or submissions via email.

All sponsored content must be ordered directly through this page and is subject to editorial review and approval. Placement of an order does not guarantee publication.

Content We Accept

All submissions must be directly relevant to our audience and editorial focus.

Video Games

  • Game guides and walkthroughs

  • Game-related listicles

  • Gameplay systems, mechanics, or features

Gaming Technology

  • Gaming hardware and accessories

  • Gaming-focused how-to guides

  • PCs, consoles, peripherals, and mobile gaming tech

Culture and Personal Essays (Gaming-Centered)

  • Personal stories related to gaming, fandom, or online communities

  • Experiences navigating gaming spaces

  • Minority representation in gaming, tech, esports, and entertainment

Content We Do Not Accept

We do not accept content or links related to the following:

  • Grey niche content of any kind

  • Gambling, casino, betting, or iGaming

  • Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, NFTs, or blockchain projects

  • CBD, tobacco, dating, adult content, or escort services

  • Essay mills, writing services, or academic assistance

  • Financial schemes, gold buying, or investment promotions

  • SaaS, AI tools, or business software unrelated to gaming

Requests involving any of the above will be rejected without exception.

Content Requirements

All sponsored submissions must meet the following standards:

  • Minimum length of 800 words

  • 100 percent original content only

  • No AI-generated, rewritten, spun, or reseller content

  • Clear structure, proper grammar, and accurate sourcing

  • SEO-aware writing is welcome, but keyword stuffing is not permitted

  • No more than one external link per 150 words

  • External links must be relevant and editorially appropriate

  • At least one image, with proper credit to the creator or source

GNL Magazine does not offer link insertion services and does not modify existing articles for SEO purposes.

Authorship and Attribution

Please include your name and a brief author bio at checkout.
Submissions without author information will be published under GNL Partnership or Sponsored Content, at our discretion.

Editorial Review

All content is reviewed and edited to meet GNL Magazine’s editorial standards. Editors may make changes for clarity, tone, formatting, or consistency while preserving the original intent of the piece.

If a submission does not meet our standards or align with our audience, it will not be published, even if an order has been placed.

Important Note

We do not respond to outreach emails requesting:

  • Link placements

  • Existing article edits

  • Pricing negotiations

  • Topic pitching

All relevant information is provided on this page.

FAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If your question is not answered below, it is likely not a service we offer.

Are your links do-follow?
Yes. External links included in sponsored content are do-follow unless otherwise determined by editorial discretion.

Will articles have a sponsored or disclaimer tag?
Yes. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as Partner Content in accordance with FTC disclosure guidelines.

Will the article be permanent?
Yes. All published sponsored articles are permanent and remain archived on GNL Magazine unless removed for legal, policy, or editorial reasons.

How many links are allowed per article?
We allow one external link per 150 words. All links must be relevant and appropriate for our audience.

Do you accept grey niche submissions such as CBD, casino, crypto, sports betting, or writing services?
No. We do not accept grey niche content or links of any kind.

Do you offer link insertions or edits to existing articles?
No. GNL Magazine does not offer link insertion services, backlink-only arrangements, or edits to existing articles for SEO purposes.

Can you lower your price?
No. Our pricing reflects the time, labor, editorial review, and operational costs required to maintain GNL Magazine. Prices are non-negotiable.

What is your turnaround time?
Most sponsored content is written, edited, formatted, and published within 48 to 72 hours after approval.

Are your articles indexed on Google?
Yes. All published articles are indexed by Google.

Do you provide screenshots or access to analytics?
No. We do not provide traffic screenshots, analytics access, or performance guarantees.

What payment methods do you accept?
All payments must be made directly through our website. PayPal is available. We do not register for or accept alternative payment platforms.

Can I submit my article or request via email?
No. We do not accept sponsored content submissions, pitches, or advertising requests via email. All orders must be placed directly through this page.