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Editorial policy
Last reviewed: 24 August 2026
AdaptLore helps readers decide what to read, what to watch and which adaptation claims they can trust. We cover manhwa, manhua, anime and donghua through news, reviews, guides and title trackers. This policy explains how we do that work—and where we draw the line.
Our editorial principles
- Readers come first. A page should answer a real question, not exist only to attract a click.
- Facts must be traceable. Dates, studios, platforms, episode counts and licensing claims require an identifiable source.
- Uncertainty must be visible. We do not turn an estimate, leak or translation ambiguity into a confident headline.
- Formats and origins matter. We distinguish Korean manhwa from Chinese manhua, and anime from donghua, rather than treating them as interchangeable labels.
- Opinion must earn its conclusion. Reviews and recommendations explain the experience, strengths and trade-offs behind a verdict.
How we report a story
For news and tracker updates, we begin with the closest available primary source. We record what was announced, who announced it and when we checked it. If an English translation could change the meaning, we compare the original wording, official translations and surrounding context before publishing.
We separate an announcement from a release date. “In production” does not mean “coming this year,” and a seasonal or annual window is not rewritten as an exact date. When a story develops, we update the existing page where that best serves the reader instead of publishing several thin versions of the same news.
Source hierarchy
- Official series, publisher, studio, production committee or streaming-platform channels
- Rights holders, creators and authorized staff speaking in a verifiable public context
- Official event statements, press releases, filings and licensed-edition announcements
- Reputable specialist reporting that identifies or links to its underlying evidence
- Community posts and databases as research leads—not as final proof
What our status labels mean
| Label | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Confirmed | An authorized party has publicly confirmed the project or claim. |
| In production | Production is explicitly underway. This label does not imply a release date or year. |
| Release date | An exact date has been announced by an authorized source. |
| Release window | Only a year, season, quarter or month is official; we preserve that level of precision. |
| Currently airing | Officially released episodes are ongoing at the time of our latest check. |
| Completed | The relevant publication or screen season has reached its stated end—not merely stopped updating. |
| Unverified / rumor | The claim lacks sufficient confirmation and should not be read as fact. |
| Editorial analysis | A reasoned interpretation or forecast, clearly separated from official information. |
How our reviews work
Our reviews are written to help a reader decide whether a series fits their taste. The writer must read or watch enough of the work to support the scope of the review and will say when a verdict covers only an early arc, available translation or current season.
- Reviews are spoiler-light by default; unavoidable spoilers receive a warning.
- We discuss craft, pacing, character work, art or animation, translation context and the intended audience—not just plot summary.
- A score or verdict must be explained. Popularity alone is not evidence of quality.
- Review copies, event access or other material support are disclosed when relevant.
- No advertiser, publisher or platform can purchase a positive verdict or advance approval of our conclusions.
Guides and recommendations
Reading orders, “best” lists and comparison guides are organized around reader intent. We explain why a title is included, who it suits and what may put some readers off. Rankings are not copied from databases or built solely from traffic potential. When legal availability varies by region, we say so and favor official reading and viewing options.
Recommendation pages are reviewed when licensing, completion status or major adaptation information changes. Older publication dates are not disguised as new simply to make a page look fresh.
Images, covers and copyrighted material
We use official covers, key visuals, promotional stills and limited contextual images to identify and discuss a work. We credit the source or rights holder where practical and do not publish full chapters, scanlations, episodes or image sequences that substitute for the original.
Illustrative artwork created for AdaptLore is labeled as editorial artwork. AI-generated or composited imagery must never be presented as an official cover, character design, screenshot or announcement asset.
Use of AI tools
AI tools may help organize research notes, identify duplicate material, suggest an outline or improve clarity in a draft. They are not treated as sources and cannot confirm a fact. Every published page remains the responsibility of a human editor.
- No invented quotations, citations, reading experiences or source claims.
- No automated publication without source and language review.
- No imitation of a living writer’s distinctive voice.
- Material AI-generated images are labeled, as described above.
Corrections and updates
When we make a material error, we correct the page promptly and add a note explaining what changed. Quiet edits are limited to spelling, grammar, formatting and other changes that do not alter meaning. Developing stories may also carry an update note so readers can distinguish new information from the original report.
See our corrections page for the current record and how to report a possible error.
Commercial independence
Advertising, affiliate links, sponsorships and business relationships do not determine what receives a confirmed status, how a work is reviewed or whether criticism is published. Sponsored material is labeled before the main content. Affiliate links may generate revenue, but they do not change the price paid by the reader or guarantee inclusion in a guide.
Editors and contributors should disclose a personal or financial relationship that could reasonably affect their coverage. When a conflict is significant, the assignment goes to someone else or the relationship is stated on the page.
Questions, corrections and concerns
If you believe we have misidentified a format, missed an official source, used an image incorrectly or made a factual error, please contact the editorial team. Include the page URL and, where possible, the primary source that supports the correction.
Good-faith criticism helps make the site more useful. We review it as editorial feedback, not as a request to remove an uncomfortable but accurate opinion.