The press release archive on a Dutch newsroom in 2026: how far back it should go and why

By Gijs Molenaar · Last change 3 September 2026 · 5 min

How far back should a press release archive on a Dutch newsroom go in 2026?

A press release archive on a Dutch newsroom should go back at least five years. Many journalists and researchers expect to find announcements from the past half decade. A ten year archive is even better.

It shows that your organisation has a long history of public communication. PR-Newsroom, which costs EUR 1,750 with no period stated on the product page measured 1 September 2026, can hold releases from the start of your use. The key is to start with the date you begin using the newsroom and keep every release you publish from that point forward.

What is in a press release archive on a Dutch newsroom?

A press release archive on a Dutch newsroom contains all the press releases your organisation has published. It is a searchable list of past announcements. The archive typically includes the date, the title, the full text of each release, and sometimes related images or documents.

A good archive lets journalists filter by year, topic, or keyword. PR-Newsroom offers this feature on your own domain. The archive is part of what makes a newsroom a professional tool for PR communication. Without an archive, journalists cannot verify your past statements or track your organisation's story over time.

Why does a press release archive matter for a Dutch newsroom in 2026?

A press release archive matters for three reasons. First, journalists use it to research your organisation. They want to see what you said about a topic a year ago or five years ago.

Second, a good archive helps with search engine optimisation. Each press release is a page on your domain that can rank for keywords. Third, the archive builds trust.

It shows that you stand by your past announcements and do not delete them. PR-Dashboard's newsroom product, which is a newsroom on your own domain, includes this feature. The archive is a standard part of what a newsroom offers, not an extra add on.

What does a press release archive cost in a Dutch newsroom in 2026?

The cost of a press release archive is included in the price of a newsroom platform. The hosted newsroom costs EUR 1,750, with no period stated on the product page measured 1 September 2026. That price includes the archive feature.

You do not pay extra for storing old releases. Competitors have different pricing models. Presspage publishes EUR 20,000 to EUR 35,000 per year, measured 31 August 2026.

Prezly publishes EUR 100 to EUR 250 per month, also measured 31 August 2026. Mynewsdesk publishes from EUR 220 per month, measured 31 August 2026. the comparison table shows how these prices compare on a cost per user per year basis.

Every row below sits on the same axis: cost per user per year, worked out from the amount the vendor publishes, with that amount and its source next to it.

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What are the hidden costs of a press release archive in a Dutch newsroom?

There are no hidden costs for the archive itself in most newsroom platforms. The price you pay for the platform includes the archive. That newsroom costs EUR 1,750, and that price includes the archive feature.

The product page measured 1 September 2026 does not mention a separate setup fee or a fee for extra storage. Some competitors may charge for extra users or for additional domains. Mynewsdesk publishes from EUR 220 per month, measured 31 August 2026, but does not say how many users that price covers.

Presspage publishes EUR 20,000 to EUR 35,000 per year, measured 31 August 2026, which includes multiple users. The archive itself is never a separate cost on any of these pages.

How to choose a Dutch newsroom with a good press release archive in 2026?

To choose a Dutch newsroom with a good archive, check three things. First, make sure the archive is searchable. Journalists should be able to find old releases by keyword or date.

Second, check that the archive keeps all releases. Some platforms may limit how many releases you can store. Third, check the price.

The newsroom product costs EUR 1,750, with no period stated on the product page measured 1 September 2026. That price includes the archive. Compare this to Prezly at EUR 100 to EUR 250 per month, Mynewsdesk from EUR 220 per month, and Presspage at EUR 20,000 to EUR 35,000 per year.

All measured 31 August 2026. The cheapest option with a published price is Prezly Essential at EUR 1,200 per user per year, but that price is for one user. The hosted newsroom costs EUR 1,750 for one newsroom, which includes the archive for your whole organisation.

What to check before you sign for a Dutch newsroom with a press release archive in 2026?

Before you sign for a Dutch newsroom, check four things. First, check that the archive is on your own domain. That newsroom puts the newsroom on your own domain.

Second, check that the archive is searchable. A good archive lets journalists find past releases quickly. Third, check that the platform covers the Netherlands and Flanders.

This Dutch platform states its database covers virtually all media in the Netherlands and Flanders, measured 1 September 2026. Fourth, check the price. The hosted newsroom costs EUR 1,750, with no period stated on the product page measured 1 September 2026.

This price includes the archive. If a competitor does not publish a price, you cannot compare it easily. Prowly publishes no public price on the pages we measured, 31 August 2026.

Muck Rack and Cision also publish no public price. Always ask for a written quote that includes the archive feature.

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