Even some of the websites from EssayDirectory.com are not reputable?

I've been searching on this website for a while now. Haven't found a single website that can be trusted for writing service.
Even if I search the websites from the Directory, I find threads proving they are scam.
It would be appreciated if someone kindly indicate what I am supposed to do! Obviously writing it myself is not an option.

The chances of finding a reputable writing service on EssayDirectory are much higher than on Google or Bing. Even the most reputable services have some negative reviews (because they have more clients than less reputable websites).

If you have absolutely no idea about which service to choose, go with the sites that advertise here or on EssayDirectory (websites that spend money on advertising are unlikely to provide poor service).

I definitely take that into consideration.
Before reading essayscam I tried a website which in fact is not in the directory. I am not sure if am allowed to mention which website it was but I had a relatively positive experience with them. The paper I was given however is in a fairly good quality so am happy with the paper.

However the instruction I gave them is breached and now it's published in a blog. The person who did this is not too clever. He copy pasted whatever I wrote in that blog.

Luckily I have not paid the full amount to the writing service yet. Their support team claims to investigate the issue and get back to me.

Wondered if anyone had a similar experience.

From my knowledge, a website may not be listed in EssayDirectory for one of the following reasons:

1. One of the other websites belonging to the same company is already listed in the directory. Some companies own dozens of "different" websites (not even informing their potential clients that they are a part of the same company) and it would not be fair for companies owning one website to list dozens of websites of their competition.

2. They don't want to be discussed in the public (ie. are on the "DND list"). But it's not something I can 100% confirm.

I agree, especially if someone doesn't know where to start looking.

I'm sorry, but that is just not accurate. I know for a fact that the vast majority of sites that engage in paid advertising are fraudulent sites. My published investigations have proven that to be the case, and it is still very much true to this day. Fraudulent sites often cannot gain legitimate exposure naturally. They have to pay for it.

As for the sites that advertise in this forum, at least one of them (criticalspoof) blatantly SPAMs its links all over this forum. EssayTrust is an absolute joke; it would take me forever to compile a list of the lies on that site. Academicsciences .co.uk (which IMMEDIATELY requested to be on the DND list) claims to have launched in 2010, which is a lie. The domain was registered on October 24, 2011. I could go on and on.

What about the quality of their papers? Most freelance writers (including the best and the worst ones) write for many companies, so it's a little harsh to assume all of their writers are bad. When someone spends money on advertising their quality cannot go below a certain level (otherwise, they'd be losing money in the long term).

Qualified, American writers with self-respect and the need to live above the poverty line do not write for any of the foreign ripoff companies.


That's not true at all; not even remotely close. A single sale of a dissertation or thesis can easily cover the $126 (which keeps going up) per week that sites pay for advertising here. Plus, this industry has an incredibly high turnover rate.

In the age of the Internet, freelance writers don't really care who pays them (as long as they pay them) or if a company they contract with is foreign or not. There's a legitimate reason why Paypal, for example, works in about 200 countries worldwide. If a company rips one of their writers off, they stop working for them and post their stories here or elsewhere.


The cost of creating and promoting a new website is much higher than $126 or even $1000. It doesn't make sense for a company to invest money in advertising and provide unacceptable service (risking bad reviews at the same time). They could just provide unacceptable service without promoting it.

It's not about location; it's about payouts. Ask some of the freelance writers in this forum how much the foreign ripoff companies pay per page. I've seen as low as .75c per page.


How do you explain essayrelief.com and its 555 related sites from Karachi, Pakistan having been quite expensively designed and promoted for the sole purpose of engaging in 100% copy-and-paste plagiarism for countless years until finally stopped by SNR?

It's not a crime to offer $.75 per page. If a writer doesn't like the rate, he/she just moves on. $.75-$1 per page are being offered daily on established sites like elance or freelancer and nobody seems to see a problem with that. I'm also "outraged" that people in rural Kenya can buy raw milk for $.20 per gallon while here I have to pay $5 per gallon. $0.75 per page will attract below-average writers, but such companies are no competition to established companies either.


I don't think allegedly plagiarized papers had anything to do with the lawsuit. Besides, a plagiarized paper can easily be chargebacked so in that case there's no financial loss to the client and there is double loss (cost of advertising + cost of chargeback) for the company.

Who said it's a crime? I simply stated that legit writers don't stick around, which is why the product provided by foreign sites is almost always ESL crap.


Yes, it did, and the crimes aren't just "alleged." It was proven beyond a shadow of a doubt in US District Court; so much so, in fact, that Axact's own attorneys petitioned the Court to allow them to dump their client. Axact systematically stole and 100% plagiarized 6 (six) different papers from SNR-owned sites and delivered each one of those papers to SNR's agents as the "custom-written" paper corresponding to each one of 6 different orders that SNR's agents placed. It's all on public record at Justia.

That's how much I made an hour on my first job as a busboy when I was 14.

To be fair, $.75 when you were 14 is the equivalent of about $15.00 today =)

What is it with you and 'your' qualified American writers?
Why do you find it so irresistible to always attempt to align yourself with American writers? Are you by any chance an immigrant who always feels the need to assert his/her Americanness?

Do American writers pay you to defend them?

All Americans are immigrants. My grandparents on both sides legally immigrated to the US as children. So, yes, I guess that I do have a fondness for legitimate immigrants.

Really big talk. You're really nothing but a shadowy operative that only thrives through spitting trash. Why can't you round up illegal immigrants and send them back to wherever they came from?

You're not fond of anything except attacking others to feel good about your own filthy life.
So, were your grandparents from Nigeria? You know, your scams seems hereditary.
Native Americans are not considered immigrants(in the narrowed sense of the word)

heh

Educate yourself.

Native Americans spread out today from Canada to the tip of Chile descended not from one but at least three migrant waves from Siberia between 5,000 and 15,000 years ago.

I don't think that's a safe assumption. It's just an equation that includes cost of the ads, effectiveness of the ads, labor costs, other expenses, etc. In many cases, I suspect they're quite profitable with a business model heavy on promotion, first-time/last-time customers, and 75-cents-a-page ESL dreck. Given their locations, I doubt they're budgeting much for taxes, insurance, etc., either.

Exactly.

I still don't understand why most of you focus on "low pay rates." Writing online is a freelance writing / contracting job - that means, you either agree to the terms and work for the agreed amount or you move on and look for a better rate. Those of you who live in a modern country will not work for $1 a page, but there are some "writers" who will still consider such a low rate because for them the rate is not that bad. The quality of the paper will obviously be poor, but if a client likes it then so be it.

Complaining about low rates is like complaining about extremely high rates. If we discussed cars and someone posted a link to a car that costs 1M then most of us would agree that the manufactures selling these cars for 1M are: thieves, ripoff artists, scammers, etc. The same negative reaction without an adequate reason.

I totally agree, Major. You can't sit around worrying that some companies are paying too low. The essay business, being largely unregulated and highly globalized, is a case where the free market reigns with particular authority. Page 7 of that rhetorical analysis is worth exactly as much as you can get someone to pay you for it. If that happens to be $2, then either you suck, or you haven't connected with the right buyer. Either way, the solution is not to complain that the company needs to pay more than $2. It's probably not "right" for them to operate the way they do, but I can't save the world. I'm not some conservative who believes that this could or should be the case for every industry. But for essays, unrestrained capitalism it is.

I am routinely slapped by the invisible hand.

That is called a seizure, PV. Get it checked out.

I am NOT focused on "low pay rates." I am focused on the overwhelmingly s-i*ty quality that customers routinely receive from the companies that offer such low payouts to writers. AGAIN, this is because American writers who tend to prefer eating things other than canned tuna and ramen noodles every night do NOT work for such companies. The papers are written almost exclusively by unqualified, foreign (mostly from India, Pakistan, and the Philippines), ESL, resoundingly UNprofessional writers in the English language.

Your reasoning, as usual, is imbecilic; simply because some writers charge lower than 'your' American writers doesn't imply they'll produce crap. Low pricing doesn't necessarily mean poor quality. Your only bitterness is that these writers threaten your livelihood and you cannot work anywhere else outside of this cheating industry. Idiot.


Stop disgracing your fellow compatriots. You can't be this cheap. A person's diet preferences is not directly related to his/her income. There are rich guys out there who prefer simple diets. Expensive diets are for those trying to assert themselves, and subtly inform the world they 'have made it'.

I, for one, am a strict vegetarian(no meat, milk, eggs, no leather chair/shoes, no fur coats, etc). This lifestyle normally compromises my dietary options so if you think i am cheap because i live exclusively on greens and fruits, you need your head checked. It is good, however, hearing of your food analogy. I know where this comes from. Have you checked your weight lately?


Are you telling the students to pay expensively to access the services of American writers when, in fact, most of these(American) writers are incompetent to handle many subjects?

Look up the word "routinely," simpleton. Unlike you, I actually understand the language and choose my words wisely.

Seriously, just STFU already. You don't grasp the most simple of American idioms and expressions.

Why do you keep ignoring my question? Again, how many people are posting under your "queen sheeba" account, Melissa? Why is it that your posts jump back and forth between nonsense in broken English and native (albeit insane) ramblings in the voice of a native speaker?

You have to research in a lot before finding the reputable legit business....it definitely will be a had task....we can believe on the user reviews because they tend to be honest...

Essay Directory is the better way of vetting academic outsourcing sites because these companies are investigated by the powers that be here at EssayScam before they are allowed to advertise their services. The reason this site exists is to make sure that only reputable companies and writers are brought to the attention of the students. They do the hard work of looking into the background of the company for the student so that the student can deal with the company with a certain degree of peace of mind. Any bad or negative experiences that a student discovers about the site has nothing to do with EssayScam and the fact that the company or writer is allowed to advertise their services here. While the inclusion of the site and writer in Essay Directory, Writers, and Services, may seem like an endorsement from EssayScam, it is important to remember that these people pay to advertise and as such, do not have the right to claim any endorsement of their services and I believe that none of them have done that either. As with everything in the academic world, hiring services is on a personal choice basis and the outcome of the working relationship will vary from person to person. That is why it is not proper to say that the sites listed in Essay Directory are also fraudulent. EssayScam does its best to prevent that from happening.

@Smiley73 it is my belief that there is no fool-proof way of vetting an academic writing website. Even those who advertise here can be questioned by the users and writers because they pay to be listed. As with anything advertised, there can be exaggerations on the part of the seller / writing company in order to push their services. Just because the site says these companies and writers are reliable doesn't mean it should be accepted blindly by the students. After all, the forum is paid to say that. No. The students will still do better to investigate the comments and work record of the companies and writers recommended by ES. Yes, I am one person who does not advocate in blind faith.

Although, I will consider the companies listed here as being more careful when it comes to hiring their writers and (as in the case of independent writers) the way they deal with the clients that come their way. Paying to promote the brand means these companies and writers are walking a fine line between being called a scam or being called a lifesaver by the student. So, while I will not consider all of the companies and writers listed here as immediately reputable, I would say that the companies and writers are at least more careful when it comes to their actions when dealing with clients. They put their money where their mouths are after all.

I agree @WriteReview. The sites and freelancers listed here should be approached with the same caution one would give to a company not listed. Why would I say that when I am also listed as a freelancer? Because it's the truth. When I filled out my profile, I was able to include what I wanted or didn't want to include. My profile is accurate and true, but of course I would say that, right? So will any other writer or company for that matter. I would expect a prospective client to ask me a ton of questions and to want to proceed slowly to ascertain my work quality before diving in with anything major. For those seeking a reliable writing service or writer, there are so many things to look for and to watch out for. For me, though, I have several personal rules that I enforce upon myself.

Helping the prospective client feel comfortable

I understand clients want and need to feel comfortable and real comfort comes from more than just delivering what we promise to the best of our abilities. I think one reason (not all) I am able to gain a client's trust quicker than some is because I reiterate their order requirements (in writing and often verbally as well). That lets them know that I've actually paid attention to what they are asking and it gives them the chance to clarify anything they feel I may not understand. Now, that said, when we get past the reiteration stage (my part) and the reconfirmation stage (the client's part), if they later come back and say something wasn't done as requested (very rare as my process reduces many of the common issues that might arise later), I can literally show what they asked, what I understand they wanted, and that they reconfirmed my understanding. That's not to say that I never make a mistake. I do. I try not to, but we all do, and anyone (or company) who claims otherwise is the one to be wary of. ;)

Be honest if you can't do something

No one can do everything and among those who can do many things, no one does 100% of the things perfectly all the time. If a project seems too intense or complex, be honest. If you're willing to give it a shot, offer to start with a small portion to see if you can master it. If you aren't sure or prefer not to try, refer the project to a colleague. If you are opting to "give it a try," be honest with the client. Let them know it's not your area of "expertise" and explain that you are willing to try. I recommend that writers never take a project they aren't sure they can successfully complete simply for the sake of making a buck. That is a breeding ground for issues and a surefire way to get branded a "scammer." I can do many types of projects across multiple disciplines, but I can't do them all. Then, there are some I could do, but I don't want to. For example, I can do advanced accounting and related reports and spreadsheets, but I hate it!

When looking for a writer or company, it is wise to consider how they approach you and your project from start to finish. Also, noting that "approach" involves more than just the mechanics of writing. It involves how you are treated from the first introduction until the project is completed... and after, in many cases. It's also important to remember, if going with a company, that not all writers are the same. Talents vary and if you aren't pleased with one writer, it doesn't mean that writer is a "bad" writer or that the company is a scam.

Which brings me to the last point I want to add... the scam/scammer. The term is widely overused. It seems that nearly every issue that many members post about is generally called a "scam." Yeah, yeah, I get it... this is EssayScam. ;) However, a scam is an intentional action or lack thereof. There ARE a ton of scammers in this industry, no doubt, but just because a person has an issue with his/her writer or client doesn't mean the writer/company/client is a scammer. When looking for a writer or writing company, you have to look beyond forum posts and reviews (good or bad). Unfortunately, this means taking a time to research and many of the students seeking a writer/company wait until they need our help soon (rush jobs) and they end up going with the one who makes the most promises for the lowest price, then are upset when they get burned. Just remember, if it sounds to good to be true, most often it is. If a writer or company is promising the moon with a few stars to boot, be careful. None of us are that perfect. ;)

Correct. We advertisers who get clients from this forum also have to consider our reputations here at all times. Those of us who have been active here for more than a decade under the same ID could never have done so without satisfying our clients with the quality and reliability of our work on a consistent basis.

AFAIK there's only one such individual that also advertises on the forum. Khm khm khm :)

I find it hard to believe that the companies listed in EssayDirectory are scams. They would not have stayed long at this forum if they were. Eventually they would have been found out and removed from the advertising channel. The owners of this forum, as far as I know, do not take kindly to being deceived. They hate it even more if they are paid to advertise something that could potentially hurt, or has actually hurt the students they seek to protect. I would not believe the OP because of these reasons. These companies are reputable and, are the lesser evil based on the number of proven criminals out there that are attached to companies and the like. Some of them even work for themselves, but do not come here to advertise because they know what will be coming to them if they even try to step foot into this forum.

Once you're on this forum with access to all the info available through the search function, it shouldn't take you much longer than 10 minutes to find a legitimate writer who won't rip you off.

Well, the companies listed are not all active anymore either. Just like all writing companies, the ones who advertised aggressively here were also affected by the rise of AI as a writing app for students. Were the companies that used to advertise here scams? We have no way of knowing anymore. Once the company is out of business, the forum has no way of tracking its history anymore. Therefore, I will assume that the companies that are still actively listed in this forum as legitimate businesses. They would have left the business already if they were not legitimate.