At Looped Back, we are committed to providing accurate, reliable, and well-researched information. Our fact-checking policy ensures that all published content meets high journalistic standards, minimizes misinformation, and upholds the integrity of our platform.
2. Fact-Checking Process
Our fact-checking process consists of the following steps:
a. Source Verification
- We rely on credible and authoritative sources, including government agencies, academic institutions, reputable news organizations, and industry experts.
- We prioritize primary sources and cross-reference them with multiple trusted sources before publishing any information.
b. Editorial Review
- All content undergoes a rigorous editorial review process to ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity.
- Our editorial team fact-checks claims, statistics, and statements using verified sources.
- When uncertain, we consult subject-matter experts to confirm the validity of the information.
c. Updates and Corrections
- If an error is identified in our published content, we promptly correct it and issue an update with a clear acknowledgment of the correction.
- We maintain a transparent corrections policy, providing readers with clear information about what was changed and why.
3. Guidelines for Fact-Checking
To maintain accuracy and credibility, our team follows these guidelines:
- Avoid speculation: We do not publish unverified claims, rumors, or misleading information.
- Ensure balanced reporting: We present multiple viewpoints when covering controversial or complex topics.
- Use reliable data: Any statistics, figures, or data must be sourced from reputable and verifiable entities.
- Quote reputable experts: Expert opinions are only used from verified professionals in their respective fields.
- Check for bias: Our team assesses sources for potential bias and ensures neutrality in reporting.
4. User-Submitted Content
- Looped Back encourages user participation but maintains strict moderation to prevent misinformation.
- User-generated content is reviewed before publication, and any misleading or false claims are removed or flagged.
- We provide users with clear channels to report inaccuracies, and our team investigates all flagged content promptly.
5. Third-Party Fact-Checking Partnerships
- We collaborate with independent fact-checking organizations when necessary to verify claims and ensure credibility.
- If external fact-checkers dispute information published on Looped Back, we will conduct an internal review and update our content accordingly.
6. Transparency and Accountability
- Each fact-checked article includes references to the sources used.
- Authors and editors are held accountable for the accuracy of their work.
- If a significant error is identified, we provide a public correction notice and update the content.
7. Contact Us
We welcome feedback and encourage our readers to report inaccuracies. If you have any concerns regarding our fact-checking process, please contact us at:
Email: februaryws2023@gmail.com