Most Common Questions:
Is it really free?
Yes, all Family Features content is free. Family Features works with nationally-recognized corporate sponsors, commodity boards and associations to develop and distribute quality editorial pieces that are relevant to your readers.
You may publish the materials as provided or edit them to meet your needs. We simply ask that you give credit to our sponsor as provided in the materials, or if you choose to rewrite a feature, include some form of attribution to the sponsor. For example, you could indicate, "recipes courtesy of Nestlé Toll House Morsels," or "visit VeryBestBaking.com for more recipe ideas."
When possible, we appreciate receiving tear sheets of materials you publish. This allows us to track usage of the materials.
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What if I need local stories?
Family Features understands the challenge publishers face in delivering unique local content that establishes a direct connection with readers. As such, Family Features encourages editors to localize content by adding local sources, photos and information. Many of our content items now include tips and resources to help you create a local story, such as local interview sources and details on community-specific events or programs.
When creating a customized or local story using Family Features materials, we ask only that you credit our sponsor and send us a tear sheet.
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Can I really edit?
Yes, you can edit all of the content provided by Family Features to fit your space and editorial needs. Our only requirement is that you mention and/or source the sponsor. For example, "information courtesy of Energizer Batteries."
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Can I publish materials on my website?
Yes, the easiest way to publish materials on your website is to set up your automatically updating Web feeds. Once set up, these feeds automatically refresh with new content every week. You can also select individual content items from FamilyFeatures.com to update your site. Files are provided in HTML format or you can convert Text/JPEG files.
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My company has a policy against using brand names. Can I still use your materials?
Yes, you may choose to remove brand names from the copy and simply credit the sponsor somewhere on the page. For example, "information courtesy of Energizer Batteries."
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How much content do you produce each year?
How much content do you produce each year?
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How long are your Features and Articles available?
We understand the importance of having timely content and aim to keep a good selection of content themed to reader needs. We suggest that you download content as soon as possible after seeing it as availability varies and can be as short as one month.
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Must I publish the materials within a certain time after ordering/downloading?
Some materials are seasonal (holidays, special occasions) or highlight ingredients or products that are seasonal (for example, fresh produce, holiday items). By being sensitive to seasonality, you will help avoid readers not being able to find items at their local stores. Please note, content may also contain time-sensitive consumer offers, contests, and toll-free numbers or websites. For this reason it is best to run the materials within a reasonable amount of time.
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Terms of Use
Family Features provides food and lifestyle content to print and online media for publication. This material is provided at no charge and can be used as provided or edited as needed.
In developing the content, Family Features works with sponsors to create timely editorial copy. If materials are used as provided, sponsor attribution is already included. If you choose to edit the materials, we recommend attribution in one of the following ways:
- Attribute the materials with a simple "recipes courtesy of ... " or "materials courtesy of ... " statement.
- Attribute photos, e.g. "photo courtesy of ..."
- Direct readers to the website for more information. "For more tips and ideas go to www.[Sponsor Site Address Here].com."
Photos may be used only in conjunction with the story provided. They may not be used independent of the story and should include appropriate attribution such as "photo courtesy of xxx."
When possible, we appreciate receiving tear sheets for any materials you publish. This allows us to track usage of the materials. This can be done using one of the following simple methods:
- Upload PDFs through the website by selecting "My Account" and then "Order History" from the main menu.
- E-mail a PDF file to tearsheets@familyfeatures.com.
- Return tear sheets in the postage-paid envelopes we provide.
Please note, that you are welcome to use content even if you are unable to return tear sheets.
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