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8 Feb Polls: TikTok to combat misinformation

ISLAMABAD: TikTok has outlined efforts to combat misinformation apropos 8th February General elections on its platform.

The platform’s latest initiatives demonstrate its unwavering commitment to maintaining a safe, authentic, and reliable environment during this important period, said a news release issued here on Monday (5th of Feb, 2024).

TikTok is also working closely with local community partner organizational in Pakistan to ensure platform integrity.

These partnerships enable TikTok to identify potential misinformation, take action on it, and share accurate information with its community around important events.

TikTok’s fact-checking partners do not moderate content on the platform, but their assessments provide valuable input which helps TikTok take the appropriate action that upholds its Community Guidelines.

TikTok’s strategy included innovative product features aimed at enhancing user awareness and participation in maintaining platform integrity.

TikTok has launched the Pakistan Election Center on the platform, which is a dedicated hub, available both in English and Urdu, that will direct users to authoritative information on the election, including voting procedures and locations.

Additionally, easy-to-use reporting tools will empower users to easily identify and report potentially misleading content.

This user-centric approach fosters a vigilant and responsible community, crucial during the election period.

Furthermore, TikTok is committed to raising awareness among its users, by providing educational content and in-app guides.

These initiatives are designed to equip the community with the necessary skills to discern credible information, thereby reinforcing informed participation in the electoral process.

Enforcement of TikTok’s Community Guidelines, available both in English and Urdu, is a key component of its misinformation combat strategy.

The platform employs a multi-pronged approach, including the removal of guideline-violating content, redirecting search results to authoritative sources, and reducing the discoverability of unverified information.

This comprehensive approach ensures that the platform remains a safe space, free from harmful election-related misinformation.

Transparency and collaboration are at the core of TikTok’s efforts.

By working closely with experts, safety advisory councils, and civil society organizations, TikTok enhances its policy framework and ensures the elevation of reliable information sources within the app.

This collaborative ethos underscores TikTok’s commitment to being a responsible social media platform to ensuring that its platform remains a source of joy and creativity, while also being an authentic source of reliable and factual information.

TikTok continues to support its community in Pakistan and globally, fostering a digital environment where authentic content thrives and misinformation is diligently combated.

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