At GadgetsBattle.com, your trust is our top priority. We are committed to providing reporting that is accurate, fair, and balanced. Every story we publish adheres to strict verification standards tailored to its subject, sensitivity, and audience expectations.
Understanding “Due Accuracy”
“Due accuracy” means presenting information correctly within context—balancing thorough verification with available evidence, topic relevance, and reasonable expectations of our readers.
How We Ensure Accuracy
- Thorough Research
Our team aims to deliver the most reliable account possible, sourcing information directly from involved stakeholders. Journalists critically examine assumptions, investigate claims, and highlight uncertainties whenever full confirmation is not yet possible. - Context-Specific Standards
The level of verification depends on the type of content. For example, a short news brief citing official data requires different checks than a detailed investigative report involving interviews, documents, and expert opinions. - Credible Sources & Attribution
We rely on verifiable, trustworthy sources. When direct materials are unavailable, we clearly attribute information to the outlets or platforms referenced. - Verification of Claims
Every claim—whether from public authorities, companies, or individuals—is validated wherever possible. If a claim cannot be independently confirmed, we make this limitation transparent to readers. - Corrections and Transparency
Errors are corrected promptly. We specify what was changed and, where relevant, why the correction was made. - No Intentional Misrepresentation
GadgetsBattle.com never fabricates or distorts information. Any significant error is acknowledged and rectified without delay. - Open Reader Feedback
All articles include a “Suggest a Correction” option, enabling readers to report inaccuracies or provide additional context.
Our Fact-Checking Process
Reporting & Drafting
Reporters gather evidence, conduct interviews, and compile documentation before drafting each story.
Editorial Review
All content undergoes internal review. Depending on the topic’s complexity, one or more editors assess sources, accuracy, and phrasing.
Engaging with Sources
For stories involving allegations or potential harm, we contact all relevant parties and provide a fair opportunity to respond.
Expert Consultation
For highly technical or specialized topics, we consult subject-matter experts and incorporate their feedback appropriately.
Source Standards at GadgetsBattle.com
- Independent Verification: Key facts are confirmed by at least two independent sources whenever possible. If only one source is available, corroboration from additional evidence is required.
- Documents Over Hearsay: Priority is given to official records, datasets, court filings, and direct evidence over memory-based or anonymous claims.
- Survey Transparency: When citing polls or surveys, we disclose methodology, sample size, and known limitations.
- On-the-Record Preference: We encourage sources to speak on the record, providing context about their expertise and potential biases.
Handling User-Generated Content (UGC)
- Verification: UGC is not automatically treated as verified. We confirm origin, time, and location using metadata, visual cues, and other validation methods.
- Clear Labels: All UGC is clearly marked so readers can distinguish it from newsroom-produced content.
- Fact vs. Rumor: In fast-moving stories or social media reports, we differentiate verified facts from unverified claims and label emerging updates clearly.
AI Use and Editorial Responsibility
The GadgetsBattle.com editorial team is fully responsible for the accuracy of all published content. AI tools may be used for writing assistance, organization, or language clarity, but all final fact-checking and approval are done by human editors. Any AI-generated information is considered unverified until confirmed.
How to Request a Correction
If you believe an article contains an error, please use the “Suggest a Correction” link on the page or contact us directly:
📩 Email: corrections@gadgetsbattle.com
Include:
- The article URL
- The specific passage in question
- What you believe is incorrect
- Supporting sources or documentation
All correction requests are carefully reviewed, and we respond when appropriate.
Related Policies
- Editorial Guidelines: Our principles of fairness, independence, and impartiality.
- Corrections & Updates Policy: How we label edits, clarifications, and updates.
- Attribution & Anonymity Policy: Our approach to anonymous sources and transparent attribution.
- Ethics Policy: Our commitment to integrity, safety, and harm reduction.
- Privacy Policy & Terms of Use: How we handle user data and privacy rights.