At The Cryptic Dispatch, we are dedicated to producing high-quality, independent journalism that serves the public interest. Our content standards ensure fairness, accuracy, and integrity in everything we publish. Our Content Standards are to be read in conjunction with our Editorial Policy and Review Process.
đ Accuracy & Accountability
- All reporting must be fact-checked, well-sourced, free from misinformation, and verifiable before publication.
- Corrections to errors are made promptly and transparently.
- Headlines, summaries, and articles should accurately reflect the content without misleading readers.
đ Impartiality & Fairness
- Coverage must be balanced, fair, and free from bias.
- Journalists must disclose conflicts of interest to ensure
- Commentary and analysis must be clearly distinguished from news reporting.
- Opinions must be clearly distinguished from factual reporting.
âď¸ Ethics & Integrity
- We uphold the highest standards of ethical journalism, avoiding sensationalism and misinformation.
- Content must not include defamation, hate speech, or discriminatory language.
- Plagiarism is strictly prohibitedâevery article must be original and properly credited.
- Anonymous sources may only be used when necessary and with strict editorial oversight.
đ Diversity & Inclusion
- We strive to represent diverse voices and perspectives in our coverage.
- Coverage must avoid harmful stereotypes, discrimination, or exclusion.
- Editorial decisions prioritize stories that serve the public interest.
đ˘ Community Engagement & Transparency
- Reader feedback is welcomed and encouraged, and editorial decisions are made with public trust in mind.
- Letters to the editor and reader submissions are reviewed to ensure quality and respectfulness.
- We maintain independence from political and commercial influence, ensuring integrity in reporting.
For further details on our editorial guidelines or to provide feedback, please visit our Editorial Policy and Review Process or contact us by email: enquiries@crypticdispatch.com.