References & Sources

Use original sources and attribute accordingly. Do not cite an article which cites another. Find the original source.
Reference hard facts, statistics or background information that is not common knowledge. Attribute accordingly.
Balance your story with both sides of an issue, when necessary.
Do not use Wikipedia or similar sites, which are secondary sources at best and compile other published works.
Writer/experts: Support your claims with verifiable facts.
Do not reference yourself.
Avoid commercial sites that only sell products. Use corporate/manufacturer sites for spec information, if necessary. When in doubt, refer to site guidelines.
Be current: Avoid outdated information.
Quote an expert source, when possible/applicable.
Include the source's contact information for fact checking.
Use only credible, expert sources, whether online, print or broadcast. Do not reference site forums, chat groups or user-generated information sites.
Affiliate links, such as an Amazon account, are not allowed.