Wikipedia FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about Wikipedia, from how it works to what it costs to hire a professional editor.
Wikipedia 101
New to Wikipedia? Start here. Everything you need to understand what Wikipedia is, how it works, and whether you actually need a page.
- What is Wikipedia and how does it work?
- Who edits Wikipedia?
- Why would I want a Wikipedia page?
- Are there disadvantages?
Notability
The single most important factor in whether a Wikipedia page can be created. Understand what it takes to qualify before spending a dollar.
- What does notability mean on Wikipedia?
- How much press coverage do I need?
- General vs. subject-specific notability?
- How many sources do I need?
Page Creation Process
What actually happens when you hire someone to create a Wikipedia page? What do you need to provide, and how long does it take?
- What information do I need to provide?
- How long does it take to create a page?
- Can I edit the page after it's created?
- Is there a guarantee the page stays up?
Cost & Hiring
How much does it cost? How do you find a reputable Wikipedia agency? And how do you avoid getting scammed?
- How much does Wikipedia page creation cost?
- Do I need to hire someone?
- What qualifications should I look for?
- How do I avoid scams?
Policies & Guidelines
Wikipedia has strict rules around paid editing, conflicts of interest, and sourcing. Understanding them protects your page and your reputation.
- Is it legal to pay someone to edit Wikipedia?
- What is conflict of interest editing?
- What is the paid contribution disclosure rule?
- What sources are acceptable?
Wikipedia Deletion Process
What happens when a Wikipedia page is flagged or nominated for deletion, and what you can do about it.
- Why do Wikipedia pages get deleted?
- What is Articles for Deletion (AfD)?
- Can a deleted page be restored?
- How do I respond to a deletion nomination?
Wikipedia Translation
Creating and maintaining Wikipedia pages in multiple languages for brands with an international presence.
- Can my Wikipedia page be translated?
- Are translated pages independent articles?
- Do different Wikipedia editions have different rules?
- Which languages does Legalmorning support?
Maintenance & Monitoring
Getting a Wikipedia page created is just the beginning. What happens after it goes live, and who's watching it?
- Can anyone edit my Wikipedia page?
- What happens if my page is deleted?
- What if my page is flagged for deletion?
- Do you offer ongoing maintenance?
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