Launch Your Local News Business with My Local Press

My Local Press is empowering independent journalists to revive local news in communities where newspapers have closed or coverage has dwindled. With a powerful suite of publishing, monetization, and AI-driven tools — accessible from a smartphone or desktop — you can launch and grow a local news outlet entirely on your own terms.

The platform lets you publish articles, videos, and interviews while earning revenue through advertising, coupons, and subscriptions. Everything is built to help you serve your community and build a sustainable business at the same time.

Getting Started Is Simple

1. Verify Your Identity

Head to www.mylocalpress.com/get-vouched-for to complete identity verification — a key step in maintaining the trust and credibility that local journalism depends on.

2. Download the App

Install the My Local Press app on iOS or Android at www.mylocalpress.com/get-app and start publishing from anywhere.

3. Set Up Payments

To earn revenue, create a free Stripe account at www.stripe.com and connect it in your My Local Press dashboard under Settings > Payment Settings. Revenue from ads and subscriptions is deposited directly into your bank account.

4. Start Publishing

Use My Local Press's writing, research, AI, and monetization tools to publish stories, grow your readership, and sell ads, coupons, and subscriptions. Built-in analytics help you — and your advertisers — track performance and measure impact.

Whether your goal is to build a profitable media outlet, support an existing newspaper, or simply make a meaningful difference in your community, My Local Press gives you the flexibility, tools, and technology to do it.

Ready to get started? Sign up today at www.mylocalpress.com.