Fact-Checking Policy
At HYDNEWS, we believe credibility begins with getting the facts right.
Our fact-checking process is designed to reduce errors, distinguish confirmed information from unverified claims, and give readers appropriate context.
How We Verify Information
The verification process depends on the nature and complexity of each story.
Where appropriate, our editorial process may include checking:
Names and identities
Dates and locations
Statistics and numerical claims
Government announcements
Public records and documents
Company statements
Quotes and attributed statements
Reports from credible organizations
Original sources behind widely circulated claims
We prefer primary and authoritative sources whenever they are reasonably available.
Primary Sources
For subjects involving government policies, examinations, public projects, regulations, elections, statistics, public notices, or similar matters, official documentation is generally preferred over second-hand reporting.
Secondary sources can provide valuable context but should not replace stronger primary evidence when the latter is available.
Multiple Sources
Important claims may be compared across multiple credible sources when additional verification is necessary.
The number of sources required depends on the nature of the information and the strength of the available evidence.
Anonymous Sources
Anonymous sourcing should be used carefully.
When information cannot be attributed publicly, editors should consider the credibility of the source, the public importance of the information, and whether independent corroboration is available.
Social Media
A viral post is not automatically a verified fact.
Information originating on social media should be evaluated carefully, particularly when it involves breaking news, accusations, emergencies, manipulated media, or potentially harmful claims.
Official accounts and direct confirmation are preferred whenever available.
Statistics and Data
When publishing statistics, surveys, research findings, or financial figures, we aim to identify the original or authoritative source where practical.
Numbers should also be presented with enough context to avoid misleading readers.
Unconfirmed Information
If information cannot be independently confirmed but is important to an ongoing story, its uncertain status should be communicated clearly rather than presented as established fact.
Post-Publication Review
Verification does not necessarily end when an article is published.
New evidence may emerge, official information may change, or readers may identify an issue requiring further review.
When significant inaccuracies are confirmed, we follow our Corrections Policy.
Last Updated: September 2026