Editorial policy

An editorial log should identify the byline or editorial label, research category, source dates, review responsibility, update date, and any conflict of interest. Articles may be labeled as a guide or research summary when no original test record exists. A tested label may be used only when supporting records identify actual logs, dates, conditions, sample counts, and limitations, and when the tested category supports the method.

Sources should be dated and linked where possible. Sponsored or paid placements, if any, should be separated from editorial content and labeled before the link or call to action. Affiliate relationships should be disclosed near relevant links. No payment should be accepted for favorable scores, rankings, or conclusions. Commercial arrangements must be described accurately, not inferred from this policy.

Corrections should be handled through the published contact channel, with material corrections recorded in a change note. Do not invent experts, affiliations or testing experience. Planned procedures must be distinguished from completed work and must not be presented as certification.