Corrections

When an error is identified in a stridecount reference page, the policy is to correct the information rather than delete it. This ensures the historical record of the page is maintained. A correction is indicated by a note appended to the foot of the article. This note states what was amended and the date the correction was made, providing clear transparency for all readers.

Substantive corrections are reserved for inaccuracies in factual claims, such as an incorrect mark achieved, a wrong competition date, or a misattributed record. Minor typographical errors, such as a misspelt name in a non-critical context or a simple formatting issue, are silently corrected as part of routine maintenance. The distinction ensures that significant amendments are formally logged.

Readers can report a potential error by contacting stridecount directly. To facilitate a swift review, a report should include the full web address of the article and a precise quote of the claim believed to be inaccurate. Providing the correct information, along with a verifiable source, is also helpful. Upon receipt, substantive error reports are typically reviewed and actioned within two working days.

Facts on a reference page are not static, as athletic performances and records change. When a new mark supersedes an old one, or when an athlete's status changes, the page is updated to reflect the current state. In such cases, a correction note is added only if the page previously contained an error about the new fact. Routine updates reflecting the progression of the sport are made without a correction note.

The expected turnaround for a substantive correction, from report to published amendment, is usually within five working days. This allows for verification against primary sources such as official competition results or governing body records. The correction note will remain at the foot of the article in perpetuity.