FAQ

You’ve got questions? We’ve got answers! Here are some of the most common queries all in one place.

Q. I’m not getting your emails. What could be the problem?
First, check your “Spam”, “Promotions” or “Junk” folder – sometimes email providers like to play hide and seek. If you find it there, drag it into your main inbox and add our address to your contacts to make sure future issues land where they should. If all else fails, reach out to us at [email protected], and we’ll help you troubleshoot. 


Tip: The more you open and click inside The Bright Beat, the more your email provider learns that you actually want to see us. 




Q. Who owns The Bright Beat?
We are independently owned and operated, which means there is no affiliation with any corporate entities or investors. Every decision we make is our own without any outside influence. 


Q. Is The Bright Beat really free?
Yes!! The newsletter is 100% free and you can unsubscribe at any time – although we don’t think you’ll want to. 😉   


Q. How often will I receive The Bright Beat newsletter?
The newsletter is delivered to your inbox once a week on Sunday morning – in time for your morning cup of coffee or tea. We may add additional days in the future as we continue to grow. 


Q. How are you different from other “good news” newsletters?
We’re big fans of any newsletter that shares our goal to spread and celebrate good news and positivity, but we think we stand out in several ways. Our newsletter is designed to be visually appealing and user friendly. Our content is well organized in popular categories so it’s very easy to read – no hodge podge of stories and links. It’s also timely and we aim to pick stories that serve a wide audience. We’re not just interested in fluff pieces, but impactful content that showcases the good happening all around us. And we take a fun approach to our writing, so you’re left feeling both informed and upbeat. Perhaps, most of all, we’re looking to foster a sense of community, where readers can engage, have a voice and feel empowered to make a difference.   


Q. How do you choose which stories to include in each issue?
We have strict criteria that we follow when choosing our featured content. At the heart of our selection process is finding stories that are topical, hold the most relevance to the most readers, and evoke a sense of hope, joy, inspiration, progress or positivity. We also look across a variety of popular categories such as Business, Health, Technology, Entertainment & more. 


Q. What news sources do you curate content from?
We scour a wide range of media sources each day – from mainstream news organizations to more obscure websites and local news outlets. We typically link to our sources so you can fact-check or dive deeper into a story. 


Q. How do you make money?
Currently, The Bright Beat is entirely self-funded. If you’d like to support our efforts financially, please <click here>. Going forward, we expect to make money through carefully chosen sponsorships and ads that align with our values (no spammy stuff, promise 😊). 


Q. How can I get in touch?
We love to hear from our readers! Email any feedback or questions to [email protected] or visit our Contact page. We read every message and respond to every email within 24-48 hours.   


Q. How can I support The Bright Beat?
One of the biggest ways you can support us is by spreading the word! Please share our newsletter with your network and encourage them to sign up. <Include referral link>. If you’d like to make a monetary donation, you can do so <here>.    


Q. Do you use AI tools like Chat GPT?
Yes, as a tiny operation, AI tools help us efficiently manage the workload. Think of AI as an assistant – not the boss. Everything we do with AI is still human-led and infused with our personal touch.       


Q. How do I unsubscribe?
You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link on the bottom of every email. 


Q. Are you on social media?
Yes, if you’d like to add more positivity to your daily news feed, you can currently follow us on Instagram at <add handle>. We may add additional social media platforms in the future.  


Q. Can I submit a story idea or recommendation? 
Absolutely!  We welcome input from all our readers! We see The Bright Beat as not just a newsletter, but a community so if you’ve got a story idea or recommendation you’d like us to consider, send us an email at [email protected] or visit our Contact page. We’d love to hear from you! 


Q. How can I change my email address?
The quickest and easiest way to change your email address is to click the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails. This will remove the email address on record. After that, you can re-subscribe with a new email address by clicking here.  


Q. Can I advertise my brand with The Bright Beat?
Yes! We can’t exist without the support of our wonderful sponsors. If you think we’re a fit, drop us a note at [email protected] or visit our Contact page. We’d love to chat!