The Factual (Chrome extension)
Facts, not fear
The Factual (Chrome extension) launched on November 15, 2017 with 122 votes, #345 of 3,137 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 8 years on.
What it does
Wondering if a news article is credible? Get instant ratings on if the article is: * Well researched * Not too opinionated * Written by a topical expert * From a reputable source Ratings also injected in your Twitter and Facebook feed (Rebrand from CivikOwl)
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