HaloSumut — Your Window to North Sumatra
These Cyber Media Guidelines serve as the foundation for editorial practices, publication standards, and user interaction on HaloSumut. We are committed to responsible journalism, accuracy, and integrity in delivering information to the public.
🧭 Scope & Principles
HaloSumut operates as a digital media platform that publishes news, features, opinions, and other forms of content. All editorial activities are guided by the principles of:
- Accuracy
- Balance
- Independence
- Accountability
- Good faith
We aim to ensure that all published content is factual, verified, and presented in a fair and responsible manner.
📰 News Verification & Accuracy
Every piece of news published by HaloSumut undergoes a verification process. We strive to:
- Cross-check information from credible sources
- Present multiple perspectives when necessary
- Clearly distinguish between facts and opinions
In urgent situations where information is still developing, updates and corrections will be made transparently.
✍️ User-Generated Content (UGC)
HaloSumut may allow user-generated content such as comments or submissions. Users are responsible for the content they publish.
We reserve the right to:
- Edit or remove content that violates laws or ethical standards
- Restrict access for users who repeatedly violate guidelines
Prohibited content includes:
- Hate speech, discrimination, or harassment
- False or misleading information
- Content that violates applicable laws
⚠️ Corrections & Clarifications
If errors are found in published content, HaloSumut will:
- Promptly correct inaccurate information
- Provide clarification where necessary
- Clearly indicate updates or revisions
We are committed to transparency and accountability in all corrections.
⏱️ Right of Reply & Right of Correction
Any individual or party who feels harmed by our content has the right to submit a:
- Right of Reply (response to published content)
- Right of Correction (request to correct factual inaccuracies)
Requests will be reviewed and processed in accordance with applicable regulations and journalistic standards.
🔗 Content Removal
Content may be removed or modified under the following conditions:
- Legal obligations or court orders
- Ethical violations
- Verified inaccuracies
- Requests that meet applicable standards and regulations
📢 Advertisements & Sponsored Content
All advertisements and sponsored content will be clearly distinguished from editorial content. HaloSumut maintains editorial independence and does not allow advertisers to influence newsroom decisions.
🔒 Privacy & Data Protection
We respect user privacy and handle personal data in accordance with applicable laws and our Privacy Policy. Any misuse of personal data is strictly prohibited.
⚖️ Compliance with Regulations
HaloSumut adheres to applicable laws and regulations governing digital media in Indonesia, as well as internationally recognized journalistic standards.
📬 Contact & Complaints
For complaints, corrections, or inquiries regarding our content, please contact us:
Email: redaksi@halosumut.com
Phone/WhatsApp: +62 812-6423-238