General content guideline
We give importance to the quality of content published on Newswav and its relevance to our users. If we find that your content does not meet Newswav’s quality standards, or that a violation is identified, we will reject the submission and notify you of the reason.
Here is a list of things to avoid when submitting your articles/ videos, breaking any of these could result in your submission being rejected:
- Plagiarism exceeding 20%
- Missing image credit or source
- Publisher's watermark found on images
- Failing to meet the minimum requirement of 300 words (article submission)
- Excessive grammar or spelling errors
- Submitting videos from other publishers or websites (video submission)
- Duplicated content
- Lack of facts or references to support data or statistics in content
- Violent, graphic, or pornographic video content
- Content violates The Malaysian Communications And Multimedia (MCMC) Content Code 2022
Note: Creators are strictly prohibited from paraphrasing other creators' work on Newswav. We require all creators to respect the originality of content from others and foster a healthy community.
How do I get more views for my content?
1. Push notifications
Every now and then, the team handpicks a few outstanding Creator content to recommend to users via push notification alerts. However, several factors are taken into consideration during the content selection process, including overall content quality and organic content engagement.
2. Share your content
Our app allows creators and users to share content to other platforms such as Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram Story, and many more. You can use the share function to boost your content visibility, and at the same time encourage others to share it out too.
To share your content, please follow these steps:
(a) Open your content in the Newswav app/ website
(b) Click the ⇨ Share icon at the bottom tab
(c) Select the media you want to share it to or copy the link to share manually
3. Newswav Creator Campaigns (NCC)
These are themed campaigns or contests that Newswav runs periodically, which give you the opportunity to submit more content. Participating in NCC campaigns are a great way to gain exposure for your content on our platform, on top of having the chance to earn extra money or win exciting prizes.
To find out more about NCC campaigns and how you can join them, click here
How do I make my articles more engaging?
Here are some tips you can follow to make your article more engaging:
1. Topic selection
While you have the choice to write about any topic, we've found that articles related to current affairs, lifestyle, and opinion pieces tend to perform well on our platform.
Alternatively, if you have a niche area of expertise, writing about it can help you establish yourself as an authority in your industry, and grow your personal brand and following.
2. Word count
The maximum word limit is 2,000 words. Please ensure that your content adheres to this restriction. Any content exceeding the word count will not be able to be submitted.
Nonetheless, do make sure that you meet the minimum requirement of 300 words.
3. Visual appeal
Including relevant images can break up long blocks of text and make your article more readable and engaging. Be sure to choose images that are high quality and relevant to your content. Some popular websites that offer free stock images include Unsplash, Pexels, Pixabay and Freepik.
You’re also free to use original images (taken by yourself) or infographics/ charts to support your content.
For a complete guide on how to add or use images in your articles, click here
4. Referencing
References provide credibility to your writing and allow readers to check the source of your information. For a complete referencing guideline, please see below.
Referencing guideline
Here are some common questions about adding references in your article:
1. When do I need to add a reference?
Always include a reference in your article when you:
(a) Provide a direct quotation
(b) Use statistical or other data
(c) Provide information that are not common knowledge (eg. scientific facts, medical information)
Note: All factual statements, quotes, and claims must be properly linked within the relevant sentences to ensure accuracy and credibility.
🆕All creators must hyperlink each sentence requiring a source or reference, as providing sources only at the end of the article is insufficient and will result in rejection.
2. How do I add a reference?
The easiest way to add a reference into your article is via hyperlinks. Here’s how to do it:
(a) Copy the web link of the source you want to reference
(b) Highlight the text that you want to turn into a hyperlink
(c) Click the 🔗 Link icon or press Ctrl+K on your keyboard
(d) Insert the web link into the URL box
(e) Press Enter on your keyboard or click the Tick button
(f) The hyperlinked text will be displayed in red and underlined
Alternatively, you may include a traditional citation or reference list at the end of your article if that is the method you’re familiar with.
3. Can I cite Wikipedia as my reference?
Wikipedia is generally not considered a reliable source for academic or research purposes. It is recommended that you use more credible and authoritative sources, such as reputable news websites.
Need more help?
Return to Newswav Creator Help Centre main page, or email us at creator@newswav.com.