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These are the guidelines to the Ethel Cain Wiki. By contributing to this wiki, you agree to follow these guidelines. Failure to adhere to the Editing Policy may result in warnings, editing restrictions, or bans.
Editing Policy
To maintain a high-quality and well-organized wiki, all users must follow these editing guidelines. Consistent formatting, accurate information, and a neutral tone are essential for keeping this wiki informative and reliable.
General Editing Guidelines
- All contributions should be factual, relevant, and aligned with the wiki’s purpose.
- Articles must be written in a neutral, encyclopedic tone. Avoid personal opinions, speculation, or exaggerated language.
- If you are unsure about a major edit, discuss it on the article’s talk page before making changes.
- Vandalism, joke edits, or misinformation will result in immediate action, including warnings or bans.
Content Accuracy & Sources
- When adding new information, provide reliable sources whenever possible, especially for biographical details, song meanings, and interviews.
- Avoid rumors, fan theories, or unverified claims. If necessary, clearly state that information is unconfirmed.
- If you find inaccurate information, correct it and, if possible, cite a source to support the correction.
Formatting & Style
- Follow the existing wiki formatting style, including proper use of templates, headings, and categories.
- Use correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation. If English is not your first language, consider using grammar-checking tools before submitting edits.
- When linking to other pages within the wiki, use internal links (e.g., [[Ethel Cain]] instead of external URLs).
- Avoid unnecessary capitalization, excessive bold or italic text, and redundant information.
Major Edits & Page Creation
- Significant edits (such as major rewrites, restructuring, or deleting large sections) must be discussed on the article’s talk page first.
- Before creating a new page, check if the topic is already covered elsewhere to avoid redundancy.
- Use appropriate categories, infoboxes, and templates when creating a new page.
- Pages should include proper navigation templates to ensure easy access to related content.
Edit Wars & Reversions
- If you disagree with an edit, do not repeatedly revert changes. Instead, discuss the issue on the article’s talk page or contact a staff member.
- Engaging in edit wars (continuous undoing of each other’s edits) is strictly prohibited.
- If an edit dispute arises, bring it to a staff member’s attention instead of escalating the situation.
Unacceptable Edits
- Vandalism: Any deliberate attempt to deface or disrupt an article.
- False Information: Intentionally spreading misinformation or hoaxes.
- Personal Opinions: Articles should remain objective and free from subjective opinions.
- Spam & Self-Promotion: Promoting external content for personal gain.
- Plagiarism: Copying content from other sources without permission or attribution.
Reporting Editing Issues
If you notice an issue with an article that violates the Editing Policy, report it to a staff member instead of engaging in an edit war. Constructive collaboration is encouraged to maintain the integrity of the wiki.