Journalist Hunt is a searchable database of more than 200,000 journalists, bloggers and media contacts. It is built for businesses that want press coverage but do not want to research reporters one at a time or pay for a full PR agency.
The company markets it mainly to founders, marketers, tech startups and PR professionals. Its coverage spans tech niches, countries and regions, and outlets named on the site include Forbes, Insider, Connecticut Post and TechCrunch.
How does Journalist Hunt work?
The process has three steps. First, users filter contacts by niche, location and media outlet. Second, they add the matching journalists to a list and export it as a .csv or .xlsx file with one click.
Third, they use the exported contact details to email journalists and pitch their story. Journalist Hunt supplies the data rather than the outreach itself, and the site asks users not to spam: pitch only reporters who cover your niche, personalize the message and send follow-ups.
Key features of Journalist Hunt
Search is the core feature. Filters cover beat, country, location, employer, As Seen In, industry, medium or format, seniority or role, and journalist type. Searches are unlimited on every plan.
Profiles go beyond a name and email. They list primary and secondary beats, topics covered and not covered, recent and total articles, and social links for both the journalist and the outlet. Users can build unlimited lead lists and bulk select 50 or 100 journalists at a time, depending on plan.
Key Features
Multi-filter journalist search — Filter by beat, country, location, employer, As Seen In, industry, medium or format, seniority or role, and journalist type. Searches are unlimited on all plans.
Primary and secondary beats — Profiles list primary and secondary beats so users can match a pitch to what a journalist covers.
Topics covered and not covered — Profiles show topics a journalist covers and does not cover, which helps avoid irrelevant pitches.
Recent and total articles — Users can see a journalist's recent articles and total article count to judge activity.
Emails and social links — Contact details include emails and social media links for both the journalist and the outlet.
Unlimited journalist lead lists — Users can create unlimited lead lists, each built from up to 500 journalists on the plans shown.
Bulk select — Add many matching journalists to a list at once: 50 at a time on Starter, 100 at a time on Pro and Premium.
CSV and XLSX export — Export lists to .csv or .xlsx with one click, with monthly export caps that vary by plan.
PR writing tools — The vendor offers a Press Subject Line Generator, Press Release Generator, Press Release Examples Library and Press Pitch Generator.
Priority customer support — All three plans list priority customer support.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Large database of 200,000+ journalists, bloggers and media contacts across niches, countries and regions
Detailed filters including beat, outlet, industry, format, seniority and journalist type
Profiles show topics covered and not covered plus recent articles, which supports targeted pitching
Month-to-month cancellation, with access kept until the end of the paid month
Free press release, pitch and subject line tools alongside the database
Three clear monthly price points starting at $49
Cons
No free plan; the pricing page offers a 3-day trial on paid plans only
Monthly export caps limit how many contacts can be downloaded on lower tiers
Pricing page lists export figures inconsistently, so limits need checking before purchase
No integrations are listed, so outreach happens outside the product via exported files
Pricing
Starter $49 Per month
Pro $79 Per month
Premium $149 Per month
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Journalist Hunt?
Journalist Hunt is a searchable database of more than 200,000 journalists, bloggers and media contacts. Users filter by beat, location, outlet and other criteria, build lists and export them to CSV or XLSX for pitching.
How much does Journalist Hunt cost?
Plans are $49 per month for Starter, $79 for Pro and $149 for Premium. The pricing page also shows an Annual option labeled "6+ months free" without stating annual prices.
Does Journalist Hunt have a free trial?
The pricing page shows a "Start your 3-day trial" button on each plan. The homepage also uses "Get started for free" wording, but no permanent free plan is described.
What data does Journalist Hunt provide on journalists?
Profiles include names, emails, social media tags, location tags, beats and industries. Paid plans also list topics covered and not covered, recent and total articles, and seniority or role.
Can I use Journalist Hunt for just one month?
Yes. The FAQ says you can subscribe for one month and cancel when your work is done. You keep access until the end of the subscription month.
Is my data secure on Journalist Hunt?
The company says it does not share user data with third parties and that all personal data is encrypted. Payments are processed through Stripe.
Is Journalist Hunt good for small businesses?
The company markets it to startups and small businesses that lack a large PR budget. Its plans start at $49 per month and can be canceled at any time.
What file formats can I export?
Lists can be exported as .csv or .xlsx files. Monthly export limits depend on the plan.