Collection News & Media 2026.05.17

A Collection of Fact-Check Services to Reference When Verifying Online Misinformation and Fake News

Sources to check before sharing screenshots from group chats, stock and bonus rumors, and incident-related gossip

#Fact Check #Media Literacy #Fake News #Misinformation #News Verification

The faster information spreads online, the more likely it is to be mixed with facts and speculation. Content that stirs people's emotions, such as corporate bonuses, incidents, official documents from public institutions, and remarks by celebrities, can easily go viral with just one screenshot. The problem is that individuals who share incorrect information can also become victims, sometimes leading to legal liabilities or defamation issues. This list gathers reliable fact-checking sources and official announcements to check when you suspect fake news or misinformation.

SNU Fact Check

SNU Fact Check is a fact-checking platform operated by the Seoul National University School of Journalism and Communication, where you can find verification content from various media outlets. It helps to check not only political and social issues but also claims that repeatedly spread online. When it’s unclear what claims are true, a quick search can lead you to existing verification cases.

분류 팩트체크 플랫폼 추천 활용 검증 기사 검색

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Newstop

Newstop is a media outlet that provides fact-checks and data-driven explanatory articles. It offers a lot of content that explains the context of why certain claims are made, rather than just confirming their truthfulness. It is a great resource for checking online rumors or statistical claims.

분류 팩트체크 매체 추천 활용 루머·통계 주장 검증

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FactCheckNet

Fact Check Net

Fact Check Net is a platform where citizens, experts, and media collaborate to tackle misinformation and media literacy. You can access educational materials on fact-checking and verification content, which helps develop critical reading habits regarding information. It is suitable for those who want to go beyond simple searches and learn verification methods.

분류 미디어 리터러시 추천 활용 검증 방법 학습

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Korea Communications Standards Commission

Korea Communications Commission

This is the official site where you can check information related to the review of broadcasting and communication content and public complaints.

주요 기능 방송·통신 심의, 민원, 공지사항 분류 심의·민원 기관 추천 상황 방송 내용이 심의 이슈로 언급될 때 추천 활용 불법·유해 정보 신고 절차 확인

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Korean National Police Agency Cybercrime Reporting System

Cyber Crime Reporting System of the Korea National Police Agency

The Cyber Crime Reporting System of the Korea National Police Agency is an official channel to report and consult on cyber crimes like online fraud, hacking, and defamation. In matters that require rapid response, like second-hand transaction fraud or account theft, it’s important to organize evidential materials and submit them through official channels. It’s also useful for checking required documents and procedures before filing a report.

특징 사이버범죄 신고 분류 공식 신고 유형 신고 채널 추천 활용 중고거래 사기 신고 확인 포인트 피해 증거, 문자 캡처, 결제 내역

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Financial Supervisory Service Press Releases

The Financial Supervisory Service Press Releases are sources where you can check the official stances on public tender offers, unfair trading, and financial investment regulations. They serve as important background material when M&A issues relate to investor protection or market order. Since regulatory expressions are cautious, it’s advisable to check the original text rather than relying solely on articles.

분류 감독기관 발표 추천 활용 시장 루머·공시 이슈 확인

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DART Electronic Disclosure System

Electronic Disclosure System DART

The DART is the official electronic disclosure system operated by the Financial Supervisory Service. You can check the original materials submitted by companies, including business reports, quarterly reports, and reports on significant issues.

확인 포인트 사업보고서, 분기보고서, 주요사항보고서 분류 기업 공시 활용 상황 공식 원문 확인 추천 활용 사업 구조와 리스크 확인

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Korea Exchange KIND

KIND is a service by the Korea Exchange where you can check disclosures from listed companies, market actions, and information related to listings. It is useful for monitoring issue stocks as it provides information on trading suspensions, inquiry disclosures, and unsatisfactory disclosures. When viewed alongside DART, it offers a more comprehensive understanding of disclosure trends.

분류 거래소 공시 추천 활용 조회공시·시장 조치 확인

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Government 24 Press Release Search

Government 24 and official department sites serve as starting points for checking information related to administrative systems and public services. It’s important to verify whether there were actual government announcements when policy changes, subsidies, or captures of official documents circulate. Checking the department name, announcement date, and original URL before sharing can help reduce misinformation.

분류 정부 정보 추천 활용 정책·지원금 정보 확인

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Google Image Search

Google Image Search can help verify if a screenshot or photo was used in a different context in the past. Misinformation can spread by reusing old photos as if they were from new incidents. By checking the original source of the image and the date it was first posted, you can reduce the possibility of manipulation.

분류 역이미지 검색 추천 활용 사진 원출처 확인

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Naver News Search

Naver News Search is convenient for quickly checking whether several domestic media outlets have reported on a topic. If there’s only a single anonymous post and no major media reports or official announcements, it’s safer to view the information's credibility as low. However, media reports can also contain errors, so it’s essential to cross-verify with official materials.

분류 뉴스 검색 추천 활용 복수 언론 보도 여부 확인

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The most practical way to avoid misinformation is to slow down the sharing speed. Screenshots with unclear sources, anonymous posts, and sensational headlines should be cross-verified with official announcements or trusted media reports before judgment is made. Especially information related to investments, jobs, or incidents can lead to real harm, so it’s essential to pause and verify before forwarding.

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SNU Fact Check

팩트체크 플랫폼 · 검증 기사 검색

NewsTop

팩트체크 매체 · 루머·통계 주장 검증

FactCheckNet

미디어 리터러시 · 검증 방법 학습

Korea Communications Standards Commission

방송·통신 심의, 민원, 공지사항 · 심의·민원 기관 · 방송 내용이 심의 이슈로 언급될 때 · 불법·유해 정보 신고 절차 확인

Korean National Police Agency Cybercrime Reporting System

사이버범죄 신고 · 공식 신고 · 신고 채널 · 중고거래 사기 신고 · 피해 증거, 문자 캡처, 결제 내역

Financial Supervisory Service Press Releases