Wikipedia Citation Needed is a Chrome extension developed by the Wikimedia Foundation's Future Audiences team. The tool helps users verify the reliability of statements found online by cross-checking them with relevant information from Wikipedia.
Key Features and Benefits
- Cross-Checks Information: Automatically checks statements on web pages against Wikipedia articles to assess their reliability.
- Easy to Use: Simple browser extension for seamless integration into your browsing experience.
- Reliability Assessment: Helps users identify potentially unreliable or unverified claims by sourcing information from Wikipedia.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Quick access to Wikipedia for fact-checking directly while browsing.
- Supports the effort to counter misinformation by making it easier to cross-check data.
- Free to use and easy to install.
Cons:
- Relies on Wikipedia's accuracy, which may not always be perfect.
- May not cover all web content, as not every statement is cross-referenced with Wikipedia.
Who is the Tool For?
Ideal for anyone looking to verify the credibility of information online, including students, researchers, journalists, and general internet users.
Pricing Packages
- Free: The extension is available at no cost, with full access to Wikipedia citation checks.
