Editorial Guidelines

At Scantotalk, our mission is to enrich our readers’ lives with heartwarming, thoughtful, and inspiring messages.

Our content ranges from fashion trends, hairstyles, nails and makeup hacks. These guidelines are crafted to ensure our content maintains the highest standards of quality, relevance, and emotional resonance.

Content Standards

Accuracy and Credibility

  • Research: All content must be well-researched, accurate, and provide value to our readers. Writers are expected to use reputable sources and cross-verify information.
  • Citations: Properly cite all sources, including studies, expert opinions, and statistics. Provide links to the original source whenever possible.

Originality

  • Unique Content: All articles must be original and unique. We do not tolerate plagiarism. Each piece should reflect the writer’s unique voice while adhering to our brand’s tone and style.
  • Quoting and Paraphrasing: When referencing another author’s work, use quotation marks for direct quotes and provide proper attribution. Paraphrased content should also be cited appropriately.

Image Sourcing

  • Image Attribution: We source images from various websites and social media platforms. Proper credit must be given to the original creators. Ensure that images used are either royalty-free or have the appropriate permissions for use.
  • Image Quality: Only high-quality images that enhance the content should be used. Avoid low-resolution or irrelevant images.

Tone and Style

  • Conversational Tone: Write in a conversational and engaging tone. Our content aims to be informative yet accessible to our readers.
  • Inclusive Language: Use inclusive language that respects all readers. Avoid any language that may be considered offensive or discriminatory.

Submission Guidelines

Article Structure

  • Headlines: Craft compelling and clear headlines. Use H1 for the main title and H2 or H3 for subheadings.
  • Introduction: Start with a captivating introduction that provides a brief overview of the article’s content.
  • Body: Organize the body into clear, concise paragraphs. Use subheadings, bullet points, and numbered lists to enhance readability.
  • Conclusion: End with a strong conclusion that summarizes the key points and provides a call to action or further reading suggestions.

Formatting

  • Word Count: Articles should typically range between 800 to 1500 words, depending on the topic’s complexity.
  • SEO Optimization: Incorporate relevant keywords naturally into the content. Ensure that the article is optimized for search engines without compromising readability.

Review Process

  • Editorial Review: All submissions will undergo an editorial review process to ensure compliance with our guidelines. Feedback will be provided, and revisions may be requested.
  • Fact-Checking: Our editorial team will fact-check all content before publication to ensure accuracy.

Ethical Standards

Honesty and Transparency

  • Disclosure: Any potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed. If an article is sponsored or contains affiliate links, it must be clearly stated.
  • Editorial Independence: Our editorial team maintains full independence over the content published. Advertisers and sponsors do not influence our editorial decisions.

Respect for Intellectual Property

Copyright Compliance: Respect the intellectual property rights of others. Do not use copyrighted material without permission.