Editorial policy

This demonstration policy is a starting point, not legal advice. Adapt it to the publication, jurisdiction, subject matter, and actual newsroom process.

Independence and accuracy

Editors are responsible for story selection, framing, verification, and correction. Commercial partners do not receive an undisclosed right to direct newsroom conclusions.

Commercial disclosure

Paid display inventory is labeled as advertising. Sponsored and partner articles carry a prominent disclosure near the headline and in feeds. Affiliate relationships are disclosed before relevant links.

Corrections

Material errors are corrected promptly and the article records what changed. Minor spelling or style changes may be corrected without a note when meaning is unaffected.

Conflicts and sources

Authors disclose relevant conflicts to editors. Anonymous sourcing requires editorial approval, a clear public rationale, and corroboration appropriate to the claim.