Last Updated: January 6, 2026
At Seattle Wiki, our mission is to provide accurate, trustworthy, and actionable information about the Pacific Northwest. We take our responsibility to our readers seriously. This Editorial Policy outlines the standards, guidelines, and ethical principles that govern every piece of content published on SeattleWiki.org.
1. Accuracy & Fact-Checking
We are committed to data-driven reporting. Our “Wiki-style” guides and news updates are not based on rumors.
- Primary Sources: We prioritize official data from government bodies (e.g., WSDOT, Sound Transit, City of Seattle), verified press releases, and direct interviews.
- Verification: Every statistic, date, and price mentioned in our articles is cross-referenced before publication. If a piece of information cannot be verified, it is omitted.
- Context: We strive to provide the full context behind the news, explaining why a change is happening, not just what is happening.
2. AI Technology & Human Oversight
Seattle Wiki leverages modern tools to assist our editorial process, but we remain a human-first publication.
- Assisted Research: We may use AI tools to organize large datasets (such as census data or transit schedules) or to structure article outlines.
- Human Authorship: Every article is written, edited, and fact-checked by a human member of our Editorial Board. We do not publish auto-generated content without strict human review.
- The “Human Touch”: Our recommendations for restaurants, neighborhoods, and events are based on the real-world experiences of our local contributors, not algorithm predictions.
3. Corrections Policy
We strive for perfection, but errors can happen. When they do, we fix them openly and quickly.
- Minor Errors: Typos or small grammatical fixes are corrected immediately without a note.
- Factual Corrections: If we correct a significant fact (e.g., a wrong date, price, or location), we will add a “Correction” note at the bottom of the article detailing the change and the date it was made.
- Retractions: If an article is found to be fundamentally incorrect or misleading, we will retract it with a full explanation.
- Reporting an Error: If you spot a mistake, please email us at contact@seattlewiki.org with the subject line “Correction Request.”
4. Independence & Integrity
Our loyalty is to our readers—the locals and visitors of Seattle.
- No “Pay-for-Play”: We do not accept payment in exchange for positive reviews. If a restaurant or service is recommended on Seattle Wiki, it is because our team genuinely believes it is valuable.
- Press Trips: If our team visits a location or attends an event on a press pass or via a comped ticket, we will disclose this clearly within the article. This does not influence our editorial opinion.
5. Advertising & Affiliates
To keep Seattle Wiki free for readers, we utilize advertising and affiliate partnerships.
- Ad Separation: Advertisements (such as banner ads) are clearly labeled and are distinguishable from editorial content. Advertisers do not have editorial control over our articles.
- Affiliate Links: Some of our guides may contain affiliate links (e.g., to hotel booking sites or ticket vendors). If you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps fund our research.
- Transparency: We will always include a disclosure at the top of any article that contains affiliate links.
6. Content Updates
Seattle is a rapidly changing city. A guide written in 2024 may be obsolete by 2026.
- Annual Reviews: We conduct annual audits of our “Evergreen” content (e.g., Neighborhood Guides, Transit Tips) to ensure pricing and hours are current.
- Datelines: We clearly display the “Published” or “Last Updated” date on every post so you know how fresh the information is.
7. Contact the Editorial Board
We welcome feedback, questions, and story tips from our community.
Editorial Team: contact@seattlewiki.org