> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.presschain.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Syndication & Distribution

> How the Press Network distributes your canonical journalism - tiers, channels, and the mandatory feed module.

## 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:

| Tier         | Who Qualifies                                             | What You Get                                     |
| ------------ | --------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ |
| **Standard** | All active, onboarded outlets                             | Press Network, basic feed inclusion              |
| **Elevated** | 75%+ acceptance rate, clean integrity record              | Higher feed position, more channels              |
| **Premium**  | 90%+ acceptance, Verified/Clean labels, 12+ months active | Maximum position, all channels, partner priority |

Your tier is calculated automatically from your on-chain record. No applications. No negotiations.

## Configuring Your Channels

Portal → **Outlet** → **Distribution** → 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

| Factor              | How to Improve                                |
| ------------------- | --------------------------------------------- |
| Acceptance rate     | Submit well-evidenced, well-sourced Capsules  |
| Integrity score     | Avoid court findings; respond when challenged |
| Bond stability      | Keep journalist bonds active long-term        |
| Court response rate | Always respond to summons                     |
| Role tenure         | Long-term active participation                |

## Checking Your Distribution Status

Portal → **Analytics** → **Distribution** shows:

* Your current distribution tier
* Active channels
* Capsule-level reach data
* Press Network impressions by article

```bash theme={null}
# Via Bridge API
GET https://bridge.presschain.io/distribution/:capsuleId
```