Why it matters
Incorrect information hurts readers’ trust; changing a date alone does not make content better.
Do it step by step
- 1
Choose pages with time-sensitive information or meaningful traffic.
- 2
Check each factual claim against current sources or business records.
- 3
Update changed facts, fix links, and remove unsupported claims.
- 4
Record what changed and schedule the next review at a sensible interval.
Example
Update a pricing comparison when plans change, and explain the new comparison basis.
Check your work
The selected page’s time-sensitive facts and links are current.
Complete when
The chosen pages have been reviewed and material inaccuracies corrected.
Tools and references
Reviewed 2026-11-04