There are some simple checks that you can do to ensure that the information you are getting from a website is safe and reliable.
- Check for validity - Who wrote the article? Is there contact information provided? Is the domain reliable (.com, .edu, .gov)?
- Check for currency - When was the site last update? Is there a date of the provided information available?
- Check for content - Is the content biased? Is there depth of content? Are there related sites provided?
- Check for accuracy - Can the claims being made here be found on other sites?
Use these tips to help you authenticate the information you are reading on a website.
