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Wikipedia Guidelines vs Policies: How the Hierarchy Actually Works
Wikipedia's rules aren't random-policies are mandatory, guidelines are advice, and essays are opinions. Learn how the hierarchy keeps Wikipedia reliable and how to edit without getting blocked.
CC BY-SA Licensing on Wikipedia: How Versioning, Compatibility, and Reuse Work
Wikipedia's CC BY-SA license lets anyone reuse its content for free, as long as credit is given and changes are shared under the same terms. Learn how versioning, compatibility, and reuse rules work in practice.
AI as Editor-in-Chief: Risks of Algorithmic Control in Encyclopedias
AI is increasingly used to edit encyclopedias like Wikipedia, but algorithmic control risks erasing marginalized knowledge and freezing bias into the record. Human oversight is still essential.
Watchlist Power Tips for Active Wikipedia Editors
Learn how to use Wikipedia's watchlist effectively to track edits, catch vandalism, and improve article quality with smart filtering, daily habits, and cleanup routines for active editors.
Fact-Checking Using Wikipedia: Best Practices for Journalists
Wikipedia is not a source-but for journalists, it’s a powerful tool to find verified facts. Learn how to use citations, avoid pitfalls, and turn Wikipedia into a gateway to real evidence.
How to Handle Harassment Off-Wiki That Affects Your Wikipedia Editing
Off-wiki harassment targeting Wikipedia editors is rising. Learn how to recognize, report, and protect yourself from threats that spill beyond the site-so you can keep editing safely.
Challenges Journalists Face When Using Wikipedia as a Primary Source
Journalists often rely on Wikipedia for quick facts, but using it as a primary source risks spreading misinformation. Learn why it's dangerous and how to use it responsibly.
Source Lists in AI Encyclopedias: How Citations Appear vs What’s Actually Verified
AI encyclopedias show citations that look credible, but many don't actually support the claims. Learn how source lists are generated, why they're often misleading, and how to verify what's real.
Editorial Calendars: How to Time Wikipedia Announcements for Maximum Press Coverage
Learn how to time Wikipedia edits with major events and media cycles to earn free press coverage. Stop promoting - start informing.
Copyright Takedown Requests on Wikipedia: Trends and Issues
Wikipedia removes thousands of copyright claims each year, often erasing valuable content. Learn how takedown requests work, who files them, and why knowledge is disappearing from the world’s largest encyclopedia.
How to Build Annotated Bibliographies for Wikipedia Article Development
Learn how to build annotated bibliographies using reliable sources to create or improve Wikipedia articles. Understand what counts as credible, how to format entries, and how to defend your edits with evidence.
Wikipedia Guild of Copy Editors November 2025 Backlog Drive: How Volunteers Are Clearing Thousands of Articles
In November 2025, thousands of Wikipedia volunteers are working to clear over 12,000 articles stuck in the copy editing backlog. Learn how this quiet effort keeps Wikipedia clear, accurate, and readable for millions.
