Editorial Guidelines | TheSpread.com

Our Mission

At Spread Media Inc. (publisher of TheSpread.com), our mission is to deliver accurate, timely, and responsible sports news, betting analysis, and educational content that helps readers make informed decisions.

Accuracy & Fact-Checking

• All articles are reviewed for factual accuracy before publication. Data such as odds, lines, injury reports, results, and schedules are verified against official or primary sources.
• Odds and market data are time-sensitive; where applicable, we include timestamps and update notes.
• Editors verify statistics, names, dates, and attributions. Screenshots or source notes may be retained for auditability.

Independence & Objectivity

• Editorial decisions are independent from advertisers, sponsors, and affiliates.
• Affiliate relationships do not influence our analysis, rankings, or recommendations.
• Paid or sponsored content is clearly labeled.

Transparency, Disclosures & Responsible Gaming

• We disclose the presence of affiliate links in betting content and follow FTC guidelines on endorsements and testimonials.
• We encourage responsible gaming and include prominent responsible gaming notices and resources in betting-related content.
• We avoid clickbait, misleading headlines, and undisclosed changes to key facts.

Use of Sources

• Primary sources (e.g., official league sites, team announcements, regulatory filings, sportsbook data) are prioritized.
• Secondary sources are cited or attributed when used.
• Anonymous sources are rare and require editor approval with a compelling public-interest justification.

Updates & Versioning

• Time-sensitive items (odds, injuries, schedules) may be updated post-publication. Material changes are noted in an Update or Correction line with a timestamp.
• See our Corrections Policy for how we handle errors.

Editorial Conduct & Conflicts

• Editors and contributors must disclose potential conflicts (financial interests, employment, close relationships) related to their coverage.
• Plagiarism, undisclosed AI-generated content, and image/content manipulation that misleads readers are prohibited.
• We respect legal and ethical standards around minors, sensitive incidents, and protected classes.

User Safety & Integrity

• We prohibit harassment, hate speech, and doxxing in comments or community spaces we control.
• We comply with valid legal requests and applicable regulations.

How to Contact the Editorial Team

To suggest a correction, provide feedback, or raise a concern, contact our editors at [email protected].

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