Here are 5 tips so that, together, we can fact-check better:
1. Add clues!
Every day you alert us to suspicious content circulating on the Internet, but we also need your help to debunk it. A link to an article you have read or your knowledge about a specific area can become a decisive clue to dismantle a hoax. You can browse ‘La Buloteca’ and contribute your clues.
We need your superpower! Remember that you can also register as an ambassador of Maldita.es and collaborate with your expert knowledge.
2. Differentiate the content: ‘Hoax’, ‘Resolved’, ‘Unverifiable’ or ‘Under Investigation’
When you use ‘La Buloteca’ you will find content marked in different colours. If it is in red, it is a “hoax” that we have already debunked and in the clues we will add the link to the article. If the content is in green it means it is “resolved”, that is, it does not fall within the category of a hoax, but it is something that needs context or explanation.
If the colour is dark grey it means that the content you sent us is “unverifiable”. Meanwhile, if it is in yellow it means that we are investigating it and, to resolve it, we need your collaboration, whether through clues you can send us or through your own knowledge and experiences.
In addition, it is important that you keep in mind that the comments and questions in ‘La Buloteca’ are written by the Maldit@s, not by the Maldita.es team. That is, the content is not verified unless it is marked as “hoax”, “resolved” or “unverifiable”.
3. Write a headline and a description
Be careful not to leave comments without a headline or descriptions without any clues. Try not to leave any field empty! ‘La Buloteca’ is a space to fact-check together and, the more information you provide, the better. Links, images, comments... Everything adds up in the fight against disinformation.
4. Be careful with links to private Facebook profiles
When you send us your queries, remember to link to an article or an image. Keep in mind that if you send us a post from a private Facebook profile we will not be able to access it. You can describe what the hoax is about and link to another source on the topic.
5. Do not give personal information
The content of ‘La Buloteca’ is published openly so that all Malditos and Malditas can fact-check together. That is why we recommend that you do not give your name, your email, or any personal data. If you want to contact us, remember that you can also write to us through other channels such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and our WhatsApp service (655 19 85 38).
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