Publisher Verification

MAP Verified™

Publisher Verification

MAP Publisher Verification establishes a transparent record for media organizations, content publishers, and news brands — connecting your outlet to a set of public trust signals that readers and partners can access and assess.

Verified Publisher Badge

Display a MAP Verified Publisher badge on your site, linking to your public publisher record containing editorial contacts, ownership transparency, correction history, and AI disclosure status.

Trust Metrics

Your publisher record includes context signals: publication age, ownership visibility, editorial corrections frequency, AI usage disclosure, and reference quality indicators — all publicly accessible.

API Recognition

Verified publishers receive recognition in MAP Verified™ analysis results, with context signals surfaced when MAP processes content from your domain.

Publisher Directory Listing

Inclusion in the MAP Publisher Registry — a public, searchable record of verified media organizations and their transparency profiles. (Full launch pending.)

Verification Requirements

  • 1.Publicly identifiable ownership or editorial leadership
  • 2.Published editorial contact or corrections pathway
  • 3.Clear labeling of sponsored, promotional, or opinion content
  • 4.Disclosure of AI use in content production, where applicable
  • 5.Functional corrections and update process

Apply for Publisher Verification

Submit your outlet for review. Our team will assess your transparency profile and contact you within 5 business days.

Contact Publisher Team