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Content Syndication

Content syndication is the practice of republishing digital content - such as articles, videos, whitepapers, or infographics - on multiple third-party platforms to reach a wider audience, increase visibility, and generate leads or traffic. It is commonly used in both B2C and B2B marketing to extend the reach of owned content without the need to create new material from scratch.

Overview

In content syndication, the original publisher grants permission for their content to be redistributed in part or in full on other websites, platforms, or media outlets. Syndicated content typically includes attribution and often links back to the source, helping the original author or organization gain exposure, backlinks, or leads.

Content syndication can be:

• Full content (entire article republished)
• Partial content (summarized or excerpted)
• Licensed or paid (especially in B2B demand generation)

Types of Content Syndication

1. Editorial Syndication

Used by news organizations, where one media outlet republishes another’s content to increase reach or fill editorial gaps.

2. B2B Demand Generation

In B2B marketing, content syndication is used to distribute gated content (such as whitepapers or eBooks) in exchange for contact information, which becomes a marketing lead. This is commonly run through specialized syndication networks or lead generation vendors.

3. Partner and Affiliate Syndication

Brands often syndicate content across partner websites or affiliate networks to maintain consistent messaging and increase discoverability. Take Forrester and FT.com as an example.

Benefits

• Expanded reach: Amplifies visibility beyond the brand's owned media.
• Lead generation: Especially in B2B, it helps capture potential buyer information via gated assets.
• SEO and backlinks: When done correctly, syndicated content can contribute to domain authority through backlinks.
• Cost-efficiency: Reuses existing content assets, reducing the need for new production.

Challenges

• Duplicate content risks: Improperly structured syndication can negatively impact SEO.
• Lead quality variability: In demand generation, some syndicated leads may not be sales-ready or sufficiently qualified.
• Attribution and tracking: Monitoring performance and engagement across syndication platforms can be complex.

Industry Use and Providers

Content syndication is used by publishers and marketers across industries - from tech and finance to healthcare and media. Notable providers and platforms in the B2B space include companies that specialize in intent-based syndication and account-based marketing services.

For example, DemandWorks, a U.S.-based B2B demand generation firm, uses content syndication as part of its multi-channel strategy to deliver qualified leads to enterprise technology clients.

Other large content platforms such as Outbrain and NetLine also provide syndication solutions for B2C and B2B audiences.

See Also

1. Content marketing
2. Digital marketing
3. Lead generation
4. Native advertising