{"id":198,"date":"2025-12-27T14:27:45","date_gmt":"2025-12-27T14:27:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mtv.vn\/en\/?page_id=198"},"modified":"2025-12-28T11:10:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T11:10:05","slug":"policies-ethics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mtv.vn\/en\/policies-ethics\/","title":{"rendered":"Policies & Ethics"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last Updated:<\/strong> December 28, 2025<\/p>\n

1. Our Core Promise: Readers First<\/h3>\n

At Men\u2019s Sports & Lifestyle<\/b> (Men Trending), our mission is to build the ultimate playbook for the modern man. To achieve this, trust is our most valuable currency.<\/p>\n

We operate under a strict code of conduct: Our loyalty is to our readers, not to advertisers, brands, or algorithms.<\/b><\/p>\n

Whether we are reviewing a $300 pair of football boots or analyzing a controversial trend, our coverage is guided by three principles: Independence, Accuracy, and Transparency.<\/b><\/p>\n

2. Editorial Independence & Commercial Integrity<\/h3>\n

We are a reader-supported publication. While we monetize through affiliate marketing and advertising, we maintain a strict “Church and State” separation between our editorial team and our business operations.<\/p>\n

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    No Pay-for-Play:<\/b> We do not accept payment in exchange for positive reviews, higher ratings, or favorable editorial coverage. You cannot buy a 5-star review on Men Trending.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Affiliate Transparency:<\/b> We often use affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission. However, our writers and editors do not know which brands pay higher commissions than others. We recommend what is best<\/i>, not what pays the most.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Sponsored Content:<\/b> If an article is paid for by a brand (Sponsored Post), it will be clearly, boldly, and unambiguously labeled as “Sponsored”<\/b> or “Partner Content”<\/b> at the top of the page. We do not disguise ads as editorial content.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    3. Product Reviews & Gifting Policy<\/h3>\n

    Our GEAR<\/b> section is the backbone of our site. To ensure fairness:<\/p>\n

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      Loaner Units:<\/b> We often receive products (reviews units) from manufacturers (e.g., Nike, Adidas, Garmin) for testing. This is standard industry practice. However, providing a product does not<\/b> guarantee a review, and it certainly does not guarantee a positive one.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Real-World Testing:<\/b> We do not review products based on spec sheets. We wear them. We train in them. We sweat in them. Our reviews reflect real-world usage on the pitch and in the gym.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Return Policy:<\/b> In most cases, high-value electronics and hardware are returned to the manufacturer after the review period.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      4. Sourcing & Fact-Checking Standards<\/h3>\n

      In an era of misinformation, we commit to rigorous verification.<\/p>\n

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        Primary Sources:<\/b> We prioritize information from primary sources\u2014official club statements, direct interviews, medical journals, and manufacturer specifications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Attribution:<\/b> If we report news that was broken by another publication, we will clearly credit them and provide a link back to the original story. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited and results in immediate termination for our contributors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Medical Disclaimer:<\/b> Content in our NUTRITION<\/b> and TRAINING<\/b> sections is for informational purposes. It is researched and often reviewed by experts, but it is not a substitute for professional medical advice.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        5. AI Policy: Human-First Content<\/h3>\n

        Technology is a tool, not an author.<\/p>\n

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          We do not publish AI-generated articles.<\/b> You come here for human insight, experience, and voice. Our articles are written by humans, for humans.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          AI as a Tool:<\/b> We may use AI tools (like ChatGPT or Grammarly) for research assistance, idea generation, or spell-checking. However, the final output is always verified, edited, and authorized by a human editor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          6. Corrections & Accountability<\/h3>\n

          We aim for perfection, but we are human. When we make a mistake, we own it.<\/p>\n

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            The Process:<\/b> If you spot a factual error, please email editorial@Men Trending<\/b>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            The Fix:<\/b> We will verify the claim. If an error is confirmed, we will correct the article and append a “Correction Note”<\/b> at the bottom detailing the change (e.g., “Correction: An earlier version of this article misstated the release date of the iPhone 16”<\/i>).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Retractions:<\/b> In rare cases of fundamental failure, we will retract the story entirely with an explanation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            7. Community Guidelines<\/h3>\n

            We encourage debate, especially in our OPINION<\/b> section. However, the “pitch” must be respected.<\/p>\n

            We reserve the right to delete comments that contain:<\/p>\n

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              Hate speech, racism, or sexism.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Personal attacks against our writers or other readers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Spam or unauthorized commercial promotion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Play hard, but play fair.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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