LongHorn Survey aims to provide information that is useful, understandable, and reasonably accurate.
This Fact-Checking Policy explains how we approach the verification of factual information published on longhornsurvey.buzz.
Our Fact-Checking Approach
Before publishing content, we aim to review important factual claims and verify them using appropriate sources.
The level of verification may depend on the subject, complexity, and potential impact of the information.
We give particular attention to information such as:
- Names and organizations
- Dates and timelines
- Statistics and numerical claims
- Definitions
- Technical information
- Product or service details
- Research findings
- Statements attributed to individuals or organizations
Sources We Consider
Depending on the topic, information may be checked against:
- Official government websites
- Regulatory authorities
- Official company websites and documentation
- Academic research
- Educational institutions
- Recognized organizations
- Original reports and studies
- Reputable publications
- Other relevant primary or reliable secondary sources
When possible, we prefer primary sources for important factual claims.
Information That Changes Over Time
Technology, online services, privacy practices, search engines, products, laws, and other subjects covered by LongHorn Survey may change.
For information that can change frequently, we aim to consider the publication or update date of the source.
Readers should also check official sources when making decisions based on information that may have changed since an article was published.
Statistics and Research
When an article contains significant statistics, research findings, or study results, we aim to identify a reliable source and accurately represent what that source reports.
We avoid intentionally presenting estimates, opinions, or assumptions as established facts.
Source Attribution
When factual information relies substantially on an external report, study, publication, or organization, we aim to provide appropriate attribution where it helps readers verify the information.
Direct quotations should be clearly identified and attributed to their source.
Corrections
Accuracy is important, but errors can still occur.
When we identify a meaningful factual error, we aim to review the relevant information and make an appropriate correction.
A correction may involve:
- Replacing incorrect information
- Updating outdated facts
- Adding necessary context
- Correcting a statistic or date
- Updating or replacing a source
- Clarifying potentially misleading wording
Minor spelling, grammar, or formatting corrections may be made without a formal correction notice.
Reporting an Error
If you find information on LongHorn Survey that you believe is inaccurate or outdated, please contact us through our Contact Us page.
To help us review the issue, please provide:
- The article title or URL
- The information you believe is incorrect
- An explanation of the issue
- A reliable supporting source, if available
We will review reasonable correction requests and update content when a correction is warranted.
Responsibility to Readers
Our fact-checking process is intended to reduce factual errors and improve the reliability of our content. However, no publishing process can guarantee that every piece of information will remain accurate indefinitely.
For legal, medical, financial, cybersecurity, or other consequential matters, readers should verify important information with qualified professionals or authoritative sources.
Policy Updates
We may update this Fact-Checking Policy as our research and publishing practices develop.
Changes to this policy will be published on this page with an updated revision date.