PR software for startups
Land press without a PR agency.
Agency retainers cost thousands a month before you see a single placement. Glyph gives founders and lean teams direct access to the journalists who cover their space — find reporters, pitch them directly, and answer media queries, all free while we're in beta.
Side by side
Glyph vs. a PR agency vs. Cision
See how self-serve PR software stacks up against an agency retainer and an enterprise platform — for a startup budget.
| Glyph | PR Agency | Cision | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free while in beta | $5k–$20k/mo retainer | $$$ annual contract |
| No long-term contract | |||
| Founder can run it directly | Limited | ||
| Curated, beat-verified directory | Limited | ||
| Pitch journalists directly (outbound) | |||
| Real-time media query feed | Limited | ||
| Built for AI, tech & crypto beats | Limited | ||
| Set up in minutes, no onboarding call |
Why founders choose Glyph
Earn coverage without the agency bill
No agency retainer required
PR agencies charge thousands a month before you see a single placement. Glyph gives lean teams the same access to journalists for free while we're in beta — so you can earn coverage on a startup budget.
Built for founders who move fast
No onboarding calls, no account managers, no waiting on a weekly status deck. Sign up, find the reporters who cover your space, and send your first pitch in minutes.
Relevant journalists, not a static media list
A curated, beat-verified directory of tech, AI, and crypto journalists, podcasters, and newsletter writers means you pitch the people who actually cover startups like yours.
Inbound and outbound in one place
Pitch reporters directly when you have news, and answer journalist queries when they're looking for sources. Most tools do one or the other — Glyph does both.
PR software for startups, questions answered
Do startups really need a PR agency?
Not to get started. Agencies add value at scale, but their retainers are out of reach for most early-stage teams. Glyph gives founders and lean teams direct access to journalists so you can land press yourself — without the monthly contract.
How much does Glyph cost?
Glyph is free to start while we're in beta. There's no annual contract, no minimum spend, and no sales call required — a fit for startups watching every dollar of runway.
How is Glyph different from Cision or a PR agency?
Cision is an enterprise platform priced for large teams, and agencies charge a monthly retainer plus services. Glyph is self-serve PR software a founder can run directly: a curated journalist directory, direct pitching, and a real-time media query feed — focused on tech, AI, and crypto.
Can a non-marketer run PR with Glyph?
Yes. Glyph is built for founders and first marketing hires, not just PR pros. Find the journalists who cover your space, see what they're working on, and pitch them directly — no PR background needed.
How quickly can I send my first pitch?
Minutes. There's no onboarding call or setup period — sign up, browse the directory or the media query feed, and send your first pitch the same day.
Land your first press hit — for free
Join the founders and lean teams earning coverage on Glyph. Find the right journalists and send your first pitch in minutes — no agency, no contract.