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MSN Partner Hub content defect diagnostics tool

Visual content diagnostics in MSN Partner Hub

Quickly find and fix issues in your MSN Partner Hub content with our new streamlined viewer. See exactly why your content was rejected, highlight the problem areas, and resubmit—right from the same tool.

You’ll save time and resolve issues faster with features like inline issue highlighting, enhanced video diagnostics, and integrated editing.

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Publishing best practices

Examples of headline best practices when publishing on MSN

Write clear, engaging headlines

Headlines are the first—and sometimes only—chance to grab a consumer's attention. Use language that is clear, informative, and aligned with the story's content. Avoid misleading phrasing or exaggeration that overpromises what your article delivers.

Get tips for writing stronger headlines

Best practices for choosing visuals that match the story when publishing on MSN

Choose visuals that match your story

Thumbnails play a key role in helping consumers decide what to click. Select images that accurately reflect your story's subject matter rather than using logos, generic stock photos, or clickbait visuals. This builds trust and improves engagement.

See our thumbnail best practices

How to avoid common MSN formatting errors

Avoid common formatting pitfalls

Formatting mistakes—like broken headlines, oversized images, or missing thumbnails—can limit your content's reach. Learn how to format your articles correctly to ensure they display properly and are fully optimized for visibility in the feed.

See common publishing issues to avoid

Best practices to optimize headlines and thumbnail images for MSN content ranking

Understand how MSN ranks content

MSN uses multiple signals—like content quality, engagement, and recency—to rank stories in the feed. Understand how these factors influence visibility so you can optimize your publishing approach.

Explore MSN content ranking signals

Join the new MSN Partner community on Microsoft Q&A

Find answers to common questions about MSN Partner Hub access, analytics, content publishing, and payments. Browse MSN Partner Hub product tags to explore discussions and solutions.

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