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Distribution Starts at Acceptance

Once your Capsule is canonical - accepted by public vote and finalized on-chain - it becomes eligible for distribution across the Press Network. Distribution is what makes canonical status commercially and reputationally valuable. Rejected or pending Capsules are not distributed. This is the mechanism that makes acceptance meaningful.

The Press Network

The Press Network is the interconnected distribution feed that connects all PressHash outlets and partner feeds. When your article is distributed:
  • It appears in feeds on other PressHash outlets around the world
  • It enters topic-specific channels (investigative, local, business, politics, science, etc.)
  • It enters regional channels (Northeast US, Western Europe, etc.)
  • It enters language channels (English, Spanish, French, etc.)
  • It becomes discoverable in the Explorer’s canonical content feed

Distribution Tiers

Your distribution reach depends on your outlet’s track record:
TierWho QualifiesWhat You Get
StandardAll active, onboarded outletsPress Network, basic feed inclusion
Elevated75%+ acceptance rate, clean integrity recordHigher feed position, more channels
Premium90%+ acceptance, Verified/Clean labels, 12+ months activeMaximum position, all channels, partner priority
Your tier is calculated automatically from your on-chain record. No applications. No negotiations.

Configuring Your Channels

Portal → OutletDistribution → select your active streams:
  • Press Network (mandatory)
  • PressHash network
  • Topic channels
  • Regional channels
  • Language channels
  • Affiliate streams (named outlets you partner with)

The Mandatory Press Network Module

Every PressHash outlet must display the Press Network feed widget on their site. This shows recently accepted Capsules from across the network - a non-intrusive sidebar or footer module. Disabling it triggers:
  • A Brand Separation Fee (automatic PRESS charge)
  • A distribution tier downgrade
  • A permanent public log entry on-chain
This rule exists because outlets benefit from the network’s reach. Opting out of showing the network feed while receiving its distribution is not permitted.

What Improves Your Tier

FactorHow to Improve
Acceptance rateSubmit well-evidenced, well-sourced Capsules
Integrity scoreAvoid court findings; respond when challenged
Bond stabilityKeep journalist bonds active long-term
Court response rateAlways respond to summons
Role tenureLong-term active participation

Checking Your Distribution Status

Portal → AnalyticsDistribution shows:
  • Your current distribution tier
  • Active channels
  • Capsule-level reach data
  • Press Network impressions by article
# Via Bridge API
GET https://bridge.presschain.io/distribution/:capsuleId