At The Ink Post, our mission is simple but serious: to bring clarity to a complex world. In an era of noise, spin, and speculation, we are committed to honest, independent, and factual journalism—especially when it comes to geopolitics and global affairs.
This Editorial Policy outlines the principles, standards, and processes that guide our newsroom. Whether you’re a reader, contributor, or critic, you deserve to know how our journalism is created and what we stand for.
Our Editorial Values
Accuracy First
We fact-check every story before publication. Our reporters and editors verify claims using credible sources, documents, and, whenever possible, first-hand reporting. We avoid speculation and clearly label opinion, analysis, or satire.
Independence and Integrity
The Ink Post is editorially independent. Our reporting is free from external influence—be it political, corporate, or ideological. We do not allow advertisers or partners to dictate our editorial content. When we cover topics involving our partners, we disclose them transparently.
Accountability
We are not perfect, and we don’t pretend to be. If we make an error, we correct it promptly and clearly—either through a correction note at the end of the article or a public statement, depending on the severity.
Balance and Fairness
We aim to represent all sides of a story, especially on issues involving international conflict or diplomacy. While we may take editorial positions in analysis pieces, we strive to offer space to diverse viewpoints.
Sourcing and Attribution
- We attribute all third-party information, quotes, and data to their original sources.
- Anonymous sources are used rarely, and only when there is no other way to obtain the information. Their identity must be verified by our editorial team.
- We respect off-the-record agreements and follow journalistic standards of source protection.
Conflicts of Interest
Our writers, editors, and contributors are required to disclose any personal, financial, or professional conflicts related to the stories they cover. If a conflict exists, we either assign the story to another writer or mention the disclosure within the piece.
Editorial Process
- Story Pitching: Reporters propose story ideas, which are reviewed by editors based on newsworthiness, relevance, and public interest.
- Research & Reporting: Journalists gather facts, conduct interviews, and compile context.
- Editing: Every article goes through at least one round of editorial review. Major stories are reviewed by senior editors.
- Publication: Articles are published only when approved by our editorial desk. Post-publishing reviews and updates may be made if needed.
Corrections Policy
We take responsibility for our content. If you notice an error in any of our stories, please contact us at corrections@theinkpost.com. We review every complaint carefully and update content with clarity when necessary. Minor factual errors are corrected in-line with a note; significant changes are flagged at the top or bottom of the article.
Opinion and Analysis
Our Opinion and Analysis sections are clearly labeled. These pieces reflect the author’s viewpoint, not necessarily the stance of The Ink Post. We welcome rebuttals and guest opinions on major topics, provided they meet our editorial standards.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation
We may use AI tools to assist in research, data organization, or language clarity—but never to replace journalistic judgment. All final editorial decisions are made by humans. No story is published without human oversight and accountability.
User Contributions and Comments
If and when we enable user comments or allow external submissions, we reserve the right to moderate or remove content that violates our community guidelines—especially content that is defamatory, misleading, hateful, or spammy.
Transparency
We believe trust is earned. If we partner with another outlet, publish a sponsored article, or receive funding for specific coverage, it will be clearly disclosed within the article or at the bottom of the page.
Contact the Editorial Team
We’re open to feedback, story tips, corrections, and collaborations. You can reach our editorial team at:
📧 Email: editor@theinkpost.com
🌐 Website: https://theinkpost.com
At The Ink Post, journalism is not just about reporting events—it’s about standing for truth in a world full of half-truths. Thank you for reading, engaging, and holding us accountable.
