About Newsguard
We're on a mission to restore trust in journalism by empowering readers to identify bias, manipulation, and disinformation in news content.
Our Mission
In an era where information spreads instantly and misinformation can have real-world consequences, Newsguard provides the tools needed to critically evaluate news content. Our platform uses advanced AI to detect subtle manipulation techniques that often go unnoticed by casual readers.
We believe that an informed public is essential for a healthy democracy. By making bias detection accessible and transparent, we help readers develop critical thinking skills and make more informed decisions about the information they consume.
How It Works
Submit an Article
Paste a URL or article text into our analyzer. Our system works with content from any news source.
AI Analysis
Our machine learning models analyze the text for bias patterns, emotional manipulation, and manipulation techniques.
Sentence-Level Flagging
Problematic sentences are highlighted and categorized by manipulation type, making it easy to see exactly where issues occur.
Detailed Insights
Review explanations for each flag, understand the manipulation tactics used, and make informed judgments about the content.
What We Detect
False Absolutes
Statements that present subjective opinions or unverified claims as absolute facts.
Vague Authority
Citing undefined or vague sources (e.g., "experts say") to lend false credibility to a claim.
False Dichotomy
Presenting only two opposing options when other possibilities exist, forcing a choice between extremes.
Emotional Manipulation
Using fear, outrage, or exaggerated urgency to bypass critical thinking and provoke a reaction.
Sensationalism
Using exaggerated or shocking language to grab attention, often at the expense of accuracy.
Divisive Rhetoric
Language intended to create an "us vs. them" mentality or attack specific groups (Ad Hominem).
Our Technology
Newsguard leverages state-of-the-art natural language processing and machine learning models trained on thousands of examples of biased and manipulative content. Our system continuously learns and improves, adapting to new manipulation tactics as they emerge.
We prioritize transparency in our analysis. Every flag comes with a clear explanation, allowing users to understand not just what was detected, but why it matters. This educational approach helps users develop their own critical reading skills over time.
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