Editorial Policy
At Code North, our mission is to provide readers with accurate, engaging, and well-researched content about programming, software development, digital tools, and emerging technologies. This Editorial Policy outlines our content creation standards, publishing principles, fact-checking process, and contributor guidelines.
1. Editorial Independence
Code North operates with editorial independence. Our articles, tutorials, and opinion pieces are created without influence from advertisers, sponsors, or commercial partners. When we publish sponsored or affiliate content, it is clearly disclosed to maintain transparency.
Our editorial decisions are based on:
- Reader interest and benefit
- Relevance to the tech and developer community
- Accuracy, ethics, and public value
2. Content Standards
We strive to maintain the highest journalistic and technical standards in every article we publish. Each post on Code North must be:
- Accurate – Based on verified information and trustworthy sources
- Clear and concise – Written in accessible language, even for beginners
- Original – Plagiarism or unauthorized reuse of content is strictly prohibited
- Actionable – Especially in tutorials or tool reviews, with code that works and instructions that are reproducible
- Inclusive and respectful – Free from bias, discrimination, or offensive language
We prioritize Canadian readers but write for a global audience of developers.
3. Fact-Checking and Review Process
Our editorial team follows a strict fact-checking process:
- Technical articles are reviewed for correctness by experienced developers or editors
- Data-driven content includes verifiable sources or direct links to studies
- News and updates reference official announcements, changelogs, or company posts
We correct factual errors promptly upon identification and note the date of the last update.
4. Corrections Policy
If an error is found in a published article, we follow these steps:
- Review the error and confirm its nature
- Edit the article to correct the mistake
- Include a note at the bottom explaining what was changed and why
Readers can report corrections to: [email protected]
5. Contributors and Guest Authors
We welcome contributions from tech writers, engineers, and thought leaders. However, all guest submissions must align with our standards and values.
Requirements:
- Must be original work, not published elsewhere
- Should offer educational value to developers or tech professionals
- Cannot be purely promotional or AI-generated without oversight
All submissions are subject to editing by our team for clarity, tone, and formatting.
6. Affiliate Links and Sponsorships
We may occasionally include affiliate links or sponsored content. These are always disclosed clearly in the article.
We only partner with companies and tools we believe are relevant and beneficial to our audience. Sponsored content must meet the same editorial standards as independent posts.
7. Content Updates and Archiving
Technology changes rapidly. We regularly review and update older content to ensure continued relevance. Articles that are outdated and no longer useful may be archived, redirected, or annotated with a note.
We aim to:
- Refresh tutorials and guides annually (or sooner if needed)
- Add update notes for significant changes in tools, frameworks, or APIs
8. Ethical Guidelines
Code North follows the ethical principles set forth by Journalism Standards in Canada and Canadian Code of Advertising Standards, including:
- Honesty and integrity
- Avoiding conflicts of interest
- Respecting intellectual property
- Fairness to individuals and communities
We do not publish clickbait, false claims, or sensationalist headlines.
9. Community Feedback
We value feedback from our readers and welcome comments, suggestions, and even respectful disagreement. However, all communication must remain constructive. Harassment, spam, or abusive language will not be tolerated.
