Best Way to Get a Guest Post on Maxim.com (2026): Guaranteed Maxim Features
Maxim is a men’s lifestyle magazine launched in the UK in 1995 and published from New York since 1997. It is not an open guest-post site, but United Press can secure a named, approved feature on maxim.com, live within 14 days of your approval or a 100% refund.
Can you guest post on Maxim.com?
Not in the usual way. Maxim is an edited magazine, not a blog that publishes outside articles on request. There are two realistic routes onto the site.
1. Earned coverage: pitch Maxim’s editors a story that fits their readers. It is free, but nothing is promised. 2. A guaranteed feature: Maxim is in our publication network as a full feature. We agree the placement in writing before you pay, write the article with you, you approve it, and it goes live on maxim.com within 14 days of approval. If not, you get a full refund.
Our network lists Maxim features with a typical turnaround of one to three weeks and a no-follow link. We confirm all terms in writing for your article.
Guest post, earned story or guaranteed feature?
| What matters | Open guest post | Earned story | Guaranteed feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Available on Maxim? | No open submissions | Yes, if editors like it | Yes, through our network |
| Certainty | – | None | Agreed in writing |
| Your approval | – | No | Yes, before it goes live |
| Timing | – | Unpredictable | Within 14 days of approval |
| Link | – | Editor’s choice | No-follow, as listed |
A British idea that became a global brand
Maxim was devised in London by publisher Felix Dennis and now runs editions around the world.
Source: Maxim (magazine).
Brands that suit a Maxim audience
Maxim speaks to a men’s lifestyle audience. These categories usually fit best.
What a Maxim link is worth
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What you get
- A named feature on a famous lifestyle brand.
- Credibility you can share on your site and socials.
- A no-follow link, which follows Google’s rules for paid placements.
- A page that can show up when people search your brand.
What to avoid
- Anyone selling “do-follow guest posts” on Maxim without proof.
- Keyword-stuffed anchor text, which Google treats as link spam.
- Thin articles written only to carry a link.
- Claims you cannot back up.
Google’s spam policies say paid links should be marked as no-follow or sponsored. Read Google’s link spam guidance.
What makes a Maxim-ready feature
- A headline that sounds like a magazine story, not an advert.
- Strong, high-quality images of the product or person.
- A clear reason the story matters now.
- One natural link to your website.
- Real details: materials, places, numbers and names.
- A quote from a founder or expert with personality.
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Lifestyle titles to pair with Maxim
Link terms and editions differ. We confirm the exact title before you book.
Titles shown for planning only, not a list of past clients.
Three example Maxim features
A British watchmaker launching a limited edition
“This British watch is built for adventure, and only a limited run will be made”
- Placement: Maxim full feature.
- Angle: craftsmanship and scarcity.
- Outcome sought: pre-orders.
A craft gin brand entering the US
“The London gin that wants to change your weekend cocktail”
- Placement: Maxim full feature.
- Angle: the founder and three signature serves.
- Outcome sought: retailer and bar interest.
A boutique hotel group opening a new property
“Inside the new hotel built for long weekends away”
- Placement: Maxim and Esquire.
- Angle: design, food and the location.
- Outcome sought: bookings.
Illustrative plans with example headlines. They are not client results.
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Maxim guest post questions
Does Maxim accept guest posts?
Maxim is an edited magazine and does not work like an open guest-post blog. You can pitch its editors, or book a guaranteed feature through a publication network.
How do I get featured on Maxim.com?
With United Press, the feature is agreed in writing, you approve the article, and it goes live on maxim.com within 14 days of your approval or you get a full refund.
Is a Maxim link do-follow?
No. Our network lists Maxim feature links as no-follow, which is in line with Google’s rules for paid placements.
Who owns Maxim?
Maxim was bought by Sardar Biglari in 2014. Its publisher is listed as Biglari Holdings.
How long does it take?
Our network lists a typical turnaround of one to three weeks. We guarantee publication within 14 days of your approval of the final copy.
Can a UK brand be featured?
Yes. Maxim began in the UK, and British brands with a strong lifestyle story often fit well.
How much does it cost?
There is no fixed price. Every campaign is planned around your goal and the titles you need. Share your goal and budget in the form below for a personalised plan.
Ready to be featured on Maxim.com?
Tell us about your brand and your launch. We will send a free plan with the angle, timing and any other lifestyle titles that fit.