Checks the accuracy of webpage content based on other web sources.
FactoidL (beta) Extension
Not sure what you're reading is accurate? FactoidL (pronounced factoidal), is a quick, automated fact checking tool that compares sentences you read to another source.
The idea behind the FactoidL project is simple: keep fact checking transparent, free, and easy to use.
For feedback or helping out with the project, please contact: [email protected]
Release 2.5 (Plato) Notes:
-Options for changing the source API url (note: still uses tags for xml source text results.)
-Each factoid is marked as verified as accurate (✔️) or inaccurate (❌), or unverified (❓).
-Slight boost in algorithm performance, although offset with new verified/unverified checks.
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The idea behind the FactoidL project is simple: keep fact checking transparent, free, and easy to use.
For feedback or helping out with the project, please contact: [email protected]
Release 2.5 (Plato) Notes:
-Options for changing the source API url (note: still uses
-Each factoid is marked as verified as accurate (✔️) or inaccurate (❌), or unverified (❓).
-Slight boost in algorithm performance, although offset with new verified/unverified checks.
Source Manifest.json
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