Code of Ethics
The Tulum Times follows a public code of ethics to protect trust, ensure editorial independence, and reduce harm in all reporting across Tulum and the Riviera Maya.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are made by editors and reporters only. Advertisers, sponsors, and commercial partners cannot approve, rewrite, delay, or suppress coverage.
Accuracy and Verification
We verify claims before publication with primary documents, direct reporting, and independent sources. If a fact cannot be verified with confidence, we either remove it or label it as unconfirmed.
Conflicts of Interest
Staff and contributors must disclose personal, financial, or political interests that could influence coverage. Stories are reassigned when disclosure is not enough to protect impartiality.
Unnamed Sources
We use unnamed sources only when there is clear public-interest value and credible risk of retaliation. Editors must know the source identity and corroborate key claims before publication.
Corrections and Accountability
We correct factual errors promptly and transparently. Corrections, clarifications, and updates follow the public workflow described on our Corrections page.
Human Oversight and AI
Automation may assist with transcription, translation, and workflow tasks, but publishing decisions remain human. AI use is disclosed when it materially contributes to an editorial output.
Separation from Advertising
Sponsored content is clearly labeled and visually separated from editorial coverage. Paid placements never determine newsroom priorities or story conclusions.
Public Feedback
Readers can report concerns through Contact or by writing to editor@tulumtimes.com. We review actionable feedback and respond according to editorial impact and urgency.