Tag: Wikipedia protection
Leona Whitcombe
How Wikipedia Protects High-Profile Articles During Breaking Events
Wikipedia uses automated alerts and volunteer editors to lock down high-profile articles during breaking events, preventing vandalism and misinformation. Protection levels vary based on threat level, and decisions are made rapidly by a global team of trusted editors.
Leona Whitcombe
Wikipedia Protection Policy: When and How Pages Are Protected
Wikipedia protects pages to prevent vandalism and misinformation. Learn how and why articles get semi-protected, fully protected, or extended confirmed, and what you can do if you can't edit a locked page.
