Republic of IraqGuest Posts, Backlinks, Press Releases & Influencer Marketing in Iraq
Numu is the Iraq media marketplace for guest posts, press releases, backlinks, and influencer partnerships — an underserved, high-opportunity market undergoing rapid digital growth. Get direct access to verified publishers and creators covering Baghdad, Erbil, Basra, and beyond, all in one self-serve platform.
Publish on Iraqi media through Numu
Iraq’s digital media market is expanding quickly as internet access and smartphone adoption grow across a young population. As an early-mover Iraq media marketplace, Numu gives brands verified access to a market most competitors have not yet built proper inventory for.
Guest Posting
Publish editorial content on Iraqi news sites and portals. Reach a growing, digitally engaged audience with limited existing brand competition.
Learn more →Press Releases
Distribute business announcements across Iraqi media in Arabic or Kurdish. Ideal for reconstruction, telecom, and market entry news.
Learn more →Sponsored Articles
Place branded long-form content on established Iraqi publications. Full editorial integration with audiences across Baghdad, Erbil, and Basra.
Learn more →Digital PR
Run multi-channel PR campaigns across Iraqi digital media. Combine editorial placements, press releases, and creator partnerships for unified coverage.
Learn more →Link Building
Acquire backlinks from Iraqi domains in a market with far less link-building competition than Gulf or North African countries.
Learn more →Partner with Iraqi creators and influencers
Iraq has one of the youngest populations in the region, and social media usage — particularly among 18 to 30 year-olds in Baghdad and Erbil — has grown rapidly. Iraqi creators offer brands early access to an audience that most international marketers have overlooked.
Instagram Influencers
Partner with Iraqi lifestyle and business creators on Instagram, a leading platform among Baghdad and Erbil’s young, connected population.
Learn more →TikTok Creators
Reach Iraq’s fast-growing Gen Z audience through TikTok creators producing content in Iraqi Arabic and Kurdish dialects.
Learn more →YouTube Sponsorships
Sponsor Iraqi YouTubers for product reviews and lifestyle content with growing subscriber bases across the country.
Learn more →Telegram Channels
Place sponsored messages on Iraqi Telegram channels — a heavily used platform for news and community updates in Iraq.
Learn more →Podcast Sponsorships
Sponsor Iraqi Arabic podcasts, an emerging format among younger, urban audiences in Baghdad and Erbil.
Learn more →Explore Iraqi inventory across every channel
Leading Iraqi publications on Numu
Verified editorial outlets that accept sponsored content and advertising across Iraq’s growing digital media landscape.
Availability and pricing shown on each publisher’s listing in the marketplace.
Why Iraq is MENA’s most underserved growth market
Iraq is home to over 43 million people and one of the youngest populations in the Middle East. Internet penetration and smartphone adoption have grown rapidly over the past decade, yet the country remains dramatically underserved by international brands, SEO agencies, and marketing platforms compared to Gulf markets. For brands willing to move early, Iraq offers genuine first-mover advantage.
Baghdad remains the political, economic, and media capital, home to the largest concentration of Iraqi publishers and creators. Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, has its own distinct media ecosystem, including Kurdish-language outlets and a more internationally connected business community due to foreign investment in the north. Basra, Iraq’s main port city and oil hub in the south, drives coverage in the energy and logistics sectors.
Media pricing in Iraq is significantly lower than in Gulf markets, while engagement rates on platforms like Telegram and TikTok remain high — making it one of the most cost-efficient markets in MENA for brands seeking to build early market presence before competition intensifies.
Built for teams buying media in Iraq
International SEO agencies
Buying backlinks from Iraqi domains in a market with significantly less link-building competition than Gulf or North African countries.
PR and comms teams
Distributing press releases across Iraqi media for reconstruction, telecom, and infrastructure announcements, and market entry into Baghdad or Erbil.
Brand marketing teams
Running early-mover campaigns combining sponsored articles on Iraqi publishers with influencer partnerships to build brand presence before the market matures.
Telecom & fintech brands
Companies expanding mobile, banking, and digital payment services into Iraq’s rapidly digitizing consumer base.
How buying media in Iraq works on Numu
Browse & filter
Search Iraqi publishers and creators by language, category, domain metrics, engagement, and price.
Place your order
Add your brief, select add-ons, and pay securely. Your payment is held in escrow until delivery is confirmed.
Content goes live
Your placement is published on the publisher’s site or the creator’s channel. You receive the live URL or post link to verify.
Industries active in Iraq’s media market
Iraq’s economy is centered on energy, reconstruction, and a rapidly digitizing consumer and finance sector.
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Frequently asked questions about media buying in Iraq
Can I target specific cities like Baghdad or Erbil?
Yes. Most Iraqi publishers and creators on Numu are based in or primarily cover Baghdad, the political and media capital. Erbil, capital of the Kurdistan Region, offers Kurdish-language and internationally connected inventory. Basra, the southern oil and port hub, is also covered. You can request city-specific targeting when placing your order.
What services does Numu offer in Iraq?
As a growing Iraq media marketplace, Numu offers guest posting, press release distribution, sponsored articles, digital PR, link building, and influencer marketing on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Telegram, and podcasts — all on verified Iraqi publishers and creators.
Is Iraq a good market for early brand positioning?
Yes. Iraq is significantly underserved compared to Gulf markets — fewer international brands are actively running media and influencer campaigns there, which means less competition for attention and lower costs per placement. Brands entering now can build recognition ahead of the market’s continued digital growth.
What does media placement cost in Iraq?
Iraq offers some of the most cost-efficient media pricing in MENA. Guest posts start around $70-100. Established Iraqi publications range from $200 to $1,500+. All prices are shown upfront on Numu.
Can I combine publisher and creator campaigns in Iraq?
Yes. Numu is the only MENA marketplace offering both media placements and influencer marketing in one platform, letting you pair editorial coverage with creator partnerships from a single dashboard.
Ready to reach the Iraqi market?
Browse verified publishers and creators in Baghdad, Erbil, Basra, and beyond — compare metrics, and launch your campaign in one of MENA’s fastest-growing digital markets.