Identify the Error
Before submitting a correction, carefully review the article to pinpoint the exact issue. Corrections fall into several categories:
- Factual errors β Incorrect dates, names, statistics, or scientific claims
- Outdated information β Data or events that are no longer current
- Misattribution β Wrong author, source, or citation
- Typographical errors β Spelling, grammar, or punctuation mistakes
- Missing context β Important nuances or caveats that alter meaning
- Formatting issues β Broken links, missing images, or layout problems
π‘ Tip: Use your browser's search function (Ctrl+F / Cmd+F) to locate specific text passages quickly within the article.
Gather Supporting Evidence
Every correction should be backed by credible, verifiable sources. Strong evidence accelerates review and approval.
- Primary sources β Original documents, peer-reviewed journals, official publications
- Secondary sources β Reputable news outlets, academic textbooks, government reports
- Expert consensus β Widespread agreement among qualified professionals in the field
- Multiple corroborating sources β At least two independent sources confirming the same fact
β οΈ Note: Personal opinions, unverified blogs, social media posts, and self-published content are not accepted as supporting evidence for corrections.
Choose Your Submission Method
We offer multiple ways to submit corrections, depending on the complexity and your preferences.
- Inline correction tool β Click the "Flag this section" button directly within any article
- Correction form β Use the detailed form below for complex or multi-section corrections
- Talk page discussion β Discuss proposed changes with other contributors first
- Email submission β Send corrections to corrections@aevum.org for bulk or sensitive reports
Complete the Correction Form
Fill in the correction form below with all required details. The more thorough your submission, the faster we can process it.
β Good to know: You'll receive email notifications at each stage of the review process. Urgent corrections (e.g., health or safety-related misinformation) are prioritized and typically resolved within 24 hours.
Review & Approval Process
Every correction goes through our multi-stage quality assurance pipeline:
- Automated screening β AI tools flag potential issues and verify source credibility
- Editorial review β A trained editor evaluates the correction against our style and accuracy guidelines
- Expert verification β For complex topics, subject-matter experts review the proposed change
- Implementation β Approved corrections are published and tracked in our changelog
π‘ Tip: If your correction is declined, you'll receive a detailed explanation. You may appeal the decision by providing additional evidence or requesting expert arbitration.
Submit Your Correction
Fill out the form below with as much detail as possible. Fields marked with * are required.