Our ethical standards are designed to protect reader trust and preserve a clear line between editorial work and commercial influence.
Conflicts of Interest
Writers and editors should disclose material conflicts that could reasonably affect coverage.
Gifts and Incentives
Free products, access or commercial relationships should not guarantee favorable coverage.
Attribution
Information, quotations, research and images should be attributed appropriately. We do not knowingly present another person’s work as our own.
Privacy and Harm
Editorial decisions should consider privacy, public interest and the potential harm caused by unnecessary exposure of personal information.