Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dispatch?
Dispatch is a free, real-time news intelligence platform that curates headlines from over 1,350 sources across six world regions. We organize stories into 14 categories so you can quickly find the news that matters to you.
Is Dispatch free to use?
Yes. Dispatch is completely free to use. There are no subscriptions, paywalls, or premium tiers.
How often is the news updated?
Our system fetches new articles from all 1,350+ sources every 5 minutes. The feed you see is refreshed every 10 minutes, so you always have access to the latest headlines.
What regions does Dispatch cover?
Dispatch covers six world regions: North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. You can filter your feed to focus on specific regions in your settings.
What categories are available?
We organize news into 14 categories: News, Business & Finance, Technology & Science, AI News, X Feeds, Instagram Feeds, Entertainment & Culture, Art, Fashion, Travel, Lifestyle, Food, and Sports.
Can I customize my news feed?
Absolutely. You can select preferred regions, categories, and even mute specific publishers. Your preferences are saved locally and sync across sessions if you create an account.
Does Dispatch write its own articles?
No. Dispatch aggregates content from third-party publishers via their publicly available RSS feeds. All articles remain the property of their original publishers. We link directly to the source for every story.
How does the newsletter work?
You can subscribe to a daily or weekly email digest of top stories. Choose your preferred delivery time and we will send a curated summary straight to your inbox. Manage your subscription in Settings → Newsletter tab.
Can I save articles for later?
Yes. Use the bookmark feature to save any article. Your bookmarks are stored locally and sync across devices when you are signed in.
How do I report a problem or give feedback?
We welcome feedback. You can reach us through the Settings page or by contacting us via the links in the footer.