Corrections Policy
Last updated: 20 September 2026
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!This policy explains how CoreSignal handles factual errors once an article is published, how we mark corrections, and how you can request one. It should be read alongside our Editorial Policy and Fact-Checking Policy, which this page expands on.
1. Purpose of this policy
Even with careful editorial review, errors can occasionally occur, as described in our Editorial Policy. This policy sets out, in more detail, what happens next: how a correction gets made, how it’s shown to readers, and how anyone can flag a possible error to us.
2. Our commitment
Our objective is not to conceal mistakes but to maintain an accurate and trustworthy public record. We do not quietly rewrite a factual error without acknowledging that a correction was made, and we do not leave a confirmed error uncorrected simply because an article has already been published.
3. What counts as a correction
A correction addresses a factual inaccuracy in published content, such as an incorrect date, figure, name, eligibility detail, or a misattributed statement. It’s different from an update, which adds new information to a developing story without implying the earlier version was wrong, and different from routine copyediting, such as fixing a typo or a broken link, which doesn’t require a correction note.
4. Minor vs. significant corrections
Not every fix carries the same weight, so we treat them differently:
Minor corrections
Small errors that don’t change the substance of the story, such as a misspelled name, a minor date formatting issue, or a broken link.
- Fixed directly in the text
- Not usually flagged with a visible note
Significant corrections
Errors that affect a reader’s understanding of the story, such as a wrong eligibility criterion, an incorrect figure, a misattributed quote, or a wrong date for a deadline or result.
- Fixed in the text
- Marked with a visible correction note (see below)
5. How we handle a correction request
We review the claim
Every correction request, whether from a reader or identified internally, is checked against the original sources used for the article.
We verify it
Where the article cited a primary or official source, we re-check that source. Where new evidence is submitted, we assess its reliability before acting on it.
We make a decision
If the claim is confirmed, we correct the article. If our original reporting is adequately supported by reliable evidence, we may retain it and, where appropriate, explain why.
We respond
Where contact information is provided, we let the person who flagged the issue know the outcome.
6. How corrections are marked
For significant corrections, we add a brief, dated note to the article, stating what was changed and, where useful, what the original text said. We don’t remove the note after a period of time; it remains part of the article’s public record, consistent with our Editorial Policy.
7. How quickly we correct
We aim to correct confirmed factual errors as soon as reasonably possible after verification. Time-sensitive errors, such as an incorrect exam date, deadline, or eligibility detail in a live scheme guide, are prioritised given the direct impact they can have on readers acting on that information.
8. Retractions
In rare cases where an article is found to be fundamentally unreliable, rather than containing a fixable factual error, we may retract it. A retracted article is replaced with a notice explaining that it has been withdrawn and, where appropriate, why.
9. Scheme & exam detail updates
Government schemes, exams, and recruitment processes change frequently, sometimes through no error on our part; a deadline gets officially extended, or a scheme’s criteria are revised after we published. Where possible, we update these guides to reflect the current official position and note when the update was made, so readers can tell how current the information is. As always, we encourage readers to confirm live details against the official government source before acting, per our Disclaimer.
10. How to request a correction
To help us review your request quickly, please include:
- The article title or URL
- The specific claim you believe is incorrect
- A source or evidence supporting the correction, where available
You can submit this through our Contact Us page, selecting “Correction / fact-check request,” or by emailing us directly.
11. Changes to this policy
We may revise this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our editorial practices. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.
12. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Corrections Policy, please contact us.
Email: ask@coresignal.in
Website: https://coresignal.in
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