# HeyJared.ai

> AI-powered PR platform that helps startups land press coverage like YC founders. Find the right journalists, generate personalized pitches, and track media outreach — all in one place.

## What is HeyJared?

HeyJared is an AI-powered PR tool built specifically for startup founders who want to get press coverage without hiring an expensive PR agency. The platform combines a comprehensive journalist database with AI-powered pitch generation to help startups land coverage in top-tier publications like TechCrunch, Forbes, Bloomberg, and industry-specific outlets.

## Core Features

### Journalist Database
- Access to 500,000+ verified journalists and reporters
- Filter by beat (AI, fintech, climate, healthcare, consumer, etc.)
- Filter by outlet (TechCrunch, Forbes, Bloomberg, Wired, etc.)
- Real-time contact verification and email addresses
- Coverage history showing what each journalist writes about

### AI Pitch Generator
- Analyzes your startup story and matches it to relevant journalists
- Generates personalized pitches tailored to each reporter's beat and writing style
- Suggests optimal pitch timing based on journalist activity
- Creates subject lines optimized for open rates
- Supports multiple pitch types: funding announcements, product launches, thought leadership

### Media List Builder
- Build and save custom media lists for different campaigns
- Export lists for use with email tools
- Share lists with team members
- Track outreach status per journalist

### Coverage Tracking
- Monitor when your startup gets mentioned in the press
- Track campaign performance and journalist response rates
- Get alerts for new coverage

## Pricing

### Free
- Submit your company URL and get 15 AI-matched sources (5 reporters, 5 podcasts, 5 newsletters)
- Personalized pitches with contacts blurred until unlock
- Preview your list online

### Pro — $29 per media list (one-time)
- Reveal all contact info
- All personalized intros generated
- Review and schedule each send individually
- HeyJared sends on your behalf — you're CC'd on every intro
- Sends go out the next business day between 9–11 AM PT
- Cancel any scheduled send before the send window

All purchases are one-time. No subscriptions.

## Use Cases

### Startup Founders
HeyJared is ideal for seed-stage and Series A founders who need to get press coverage but don't have budget for a PR agency ($5,000-$25,000/month). The platform enables founders to run their own PR campaigns effectively.

### PR Agencies
Agencies use HeyJared to streamline journalist research and pitch creation for multiple clients. The Agency plan includes client management and white-label features.

### Communications Leads
In-house communications teams use HeyJared to supplement their existing media relationships and discover new journalists covering their industry.

## How It Works

1. **Submit your URL**: Enter your company website and email at media.heyjared.ai
2. **Get matched**: HeyJared finds 15 relevant journalists, podcasts, and newsletters for your story
3. **Preview free**: See who we matched and a sample intro — contacts blurred until unlock
4. **Unlock for $29**: All contacts and personalized intros revealed
5. **Schedule sends**: Review each intro and schedule the ones you want — HeyJared sends on your behalf, you're CC'd

## Key Facts

- Founded: August 2025
- Headquarters: San Francisco, CA, USA
- Founders: Ning Ma (CEO)
- Category: SaaS, PR Tech, Media Relations, Startup Tools
- Target Market: Startup founders, PR agencies, communications professionals
- Database Size: 500,000+ journalists and reporters
- Outlets Covered: 50,000+ publications worldwide
- Pricing: Free preview; Pro at $29 per media list (one-time, no subscription)

## Comparisons

### HeyJared vs Cision
Cision is an enterprise PR platform costing $10,000+/year with complex features designed for large PR teams. HeyJared is built for startups and small teams, with simpler UX, AI-powered features, and media lists starting at $29 one-time.

### HeyJared vs Muck Rack
Muck Rack focuses on media monitoring and requires annual contracts ($10,000+/year). HeyJared focuses on journalist discovery and pitch generation with monthly pricing and no long-term commitment.

### HeyJared vs Meltwater
Meltwater is a comprehensive media intelligence platform for enterprises. HeyJared is a focused PR tool for startups who need to find journalists and create pitches without the complexity.

## Documentation

- [Home](https://www.heyjared.ai): Product overview and sign-up
- [About](https://www.heyjared.ai/about): Company mission and team
- [Pricing](https://www.heyjared.ai/pricing): Plans and features
- [Help Center](https://www.heyjared.ai/helpcenter): Guides and tutorials
- [Explore](https://www.heyjared.ai/explore): Browse journalists by topic
- [Blog](https://www.heyjared.ai/blog): PR strategy and media relations tips
- [AI Pitches](https://www.heyjared.ai/product/ai-pitches): How the AI pitch generator works
- [For Founders](https://www.heyjared.ai/for-founders): Startup PR resources
- [For Agencies](https://www.heyjared.ai/for-agencies): Agency features and pricing
- [Chrome Extension](https://www.heyjared.ai/features/chrome-extension): Browser extension for quick journalist lookup
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.heyjared.ai/legal/privacy): Data handling practices
- [Terms of Service](https://www.heyjared.ai/legal/terms): Terms of use

## Contact

- Website: https://www.heyjared.ai
- Email: hey@heyjared.ai
- Help & Support: https://www.heyjared.ai/helpcenter
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/heyjaredai
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heyjared-ai/
- Product Hunt: https://www.producthunt.com/products/heyjared
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heyjaredai
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aiheyjared
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyjared.ai/
- Substack: https://heyjaredai.substack.com/

## FAQ

### Who is HeyJared for?
HeyJared is designed for startup founders, small PR teams, and agencies who need to find journalists and create pitches efficiently. It's especially useful for seed-stage and Series A companies who want press coverage but can't afford traditional PR agencies.

### How is HeyJared different from hiring a PR agency?
PR agencies typically charge $5,000-$25,000/month and require 3-6 month commitments. HeyJared gives you done-for-you media lists with personalized intros for $29 per list (one-time), letting founders run their own outreach without a subscription.

### What types of stories work best with HeyJared?
HeyJared works well for funding announcements, product launches, company milestones, thought leadership pitches, and any newsworthy startup story. The AI is trained on successful pitches that have landed coverage in top publications.

### Can I use HeyJared for cold outreach to journalists?
Yes. HeyJared provides verified journalist contact information and helps you craft personalized pitches that respect journalists' time and interests. The platform emphasizes quality over quantity in media outreach.