NewsGuard
The Internet Trust Tool.
Overview
NewsGuard is a tool that uses a team of journalists to rate the credibility and transparency of news and information websites. It provides a browser extension that displays a green or red rating next to links in search results and social media feeds, indicating whether a website is generally reliable or not. It also provides detailed "Nutrition Labels" that explain the rating for each site.
✨ Key Features
- Credibility ratings for thousands of news websites
- Browser extension for easy access to ratings
- Detailed "Nutrition Labels" explaining the ratings
- Ratings based on nine journalistic criteria
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Ratings are done by experienced journalists
- Transparent and apolitical rating criteria
- Focus on the credibility of the entire website, not just individual articles
Unique Value: Provides a simple and easy-to-use tool for assessing the credibility of news sources at a glance, helping users to avoid misinformation.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Used by libraries, schools, and individuals to help navigate the online news landscape.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Fact-checking a specific claim within an article
🏆 Alternatives
Uses a team of journalists to provide expert ratings, rather than relying on crowdsourcing or algorithms.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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