01 · What this policy covers
What this policy covers
OneFreeTools publishes a catalog of free, browser-based tools and the supporting articles that surround each tool. This Editorial Policy explains how the content is written, who reviews it, how facts are checked, and how we keep the catalog honest as it grows.
02 · Editorial principles
Editorial principles
Every tool page on OneFreeTools is built around four principles:
- Useful first. The tool itself is the priority. Articles exist to make the tool more useful, not to bulk up a page for SEO.
- Plain language. Explanations are written for a working professional, not for a textbook. Jargon is defined the first time it appears.
- Honest about limits. Every tool has edge cases. We name them in the "mistakes to avoid" or "things to watch for" sections rather than implying the tool is perfect.
- Original wording. Articles are written specifically for OneFreeTools. We do not paraphrase competitor pages or republish content from other sites.
03 · Research and sourcing
Research and sourcing
Tools that follow well-known specifications (Base64, Morse code, NATO phonetic alphabet, JSON, Markdown, ROT13, regex) are implemented from public technical references. When a specification is ambiguous, we side with the most widely-implemented behavior.
Tools that involve approximation (reading time, syllable counting, readability scores, words-to-minutes) use the standard formulas published in linguistics and education research, with the chosen WPM or syllable-detection rule disclosed in the article.
04 · Accuracy and updates
Accuracy and updates
We test each tool against a set of representative inputs before publishing. After launch, the tool stays in maintenance mode — bug reports from users prompt fixes within a reasonable timeframe.
- Tool logic is reviewed against the specification it implements.
- Articles are reviewed for accuracy when the underlying specification or common practice changes.
- Spelling, grammar, and clarity are reviewed during every meaningful revision.
- If we discover a meaningful error, we correct it promptly and add an "Updated" date to the page.
05 · AI assistance and human review
AI assistance and human review
OneFreeTools uses modern writing tools, including AI-assisted drafting, to scaffold the supporting articles around each tool. Every article is then reviewed and edited by a human before publishing. AI assistance is treated like a research intern — useful for first drafts and structure, never the final voice.
We avoid generic AI-generated filler. Each article is shaped by the tool's actual behavior, the audience that uses it, and the specific edge cases we have run into.
06 · Corrections
Corrections
If you spot a mistake — in a tool's output, in an article's claims, or in a citation — please contact us at hello@onefreetools.com. We aim to acknowledge corrections within seven business days and apply them as quickly as the change requires.
07 · Advertising and editorial separation
Advertising and editorial separation
OneFreeTools is funded by advertising (Google AdSense and similar networks). Advertising never shapes the editorial content of a tool page. Specifically:
- We do not write articles to promote specific advertised products.
- Tool descriptions, FAQs, and "use cases" reflect the editorial team's judgement, not paid placements.
- If a tool partners with an external service in the future, it will be disclosed at the top of the tool page.
08 · Originality and duplicate content
Originality and duplicate content
Each tool page on OneFreeTools ships with a uniquely-worded overview, how-to, FAQ, and tips section. We deliberately avoid recycling boilerplate copy across pages. Where two tools share a workflow (for example, encoder and decoder pairs), the articles still discuss the specific role of each tool rather than copying language verbatim.
09 · User feedback and tool requests
User feedback and tool requests
Tool requests, bug reports, and editorial feedback shape the catalog. Use the contact page to send a request. We prioritize tools that fit recurring workflows and that can be implemented as small, browser-side utilities.
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