1. I will tell the truth.
2. I will write deliberately and with accuracy.
3. I will acknowledge and correct mistakes promptly.
4. I will preserve the original post, using notations to show where I have made changes so as to maintain the integrity of my publishing.
5. I will never delete a post.
6. I will not delete comments unless they are spam or off-topic.
7. I will reply to emails and comments when appropriate, and do so promptly.
8. I will strive for high quality with every post – including basic spell-checking.
9. I will stay on topic.
10. I will disagree with other opinions respectfully.
11. I will link to online references and original source materials directly.
12. I will disclose conflicts of interest.
13. I will keep private issues and topics private since discussing private issues would jeopardize my personal and work relationships.
On Creating And Maintaining Your Blog” covering these points on blog ethics:
1. Publish as fact only that which you believe to be true.
2. If material exists online, link to it when you reference it.
3. Publicly correct any misinformation.
4. Write each entry as if it could not be changed; add to, but do not rewrite or delete, any entry.
5. Disclose any conflict of interest.
6. Note questionable and biased sources.
The Blogger Code of Ethics by Blog Marketing Academy is simple and easy to remember:
1. Be thankful.
2. Be and act kind.
3. Be and act generous.
4. Help people.
5. Be honest.
6. Be transparent.
7. Only sell what is in the absolute best interest of the customer.
8. Don’t require approval or praise.
Reference:
Max Turndorf 