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24-Hour Share Delay

Do not share any "shocking" news for 24 hours — breaking news is often corrected on day 1.

5 min Intermediate

Goal

Avoid being a vector for misinformation that gets disproved quickly.

Steps

  1. 1
    When a "shocking/amazing/scary" news hits, save in drafts instead of sharing.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
In week 1 you save yourself from posting at least one rumor.

Evidence base

School: Media Literacy / Crisis Misinformation

Founders: Claire Wardle · First Draft News (2017)

Wardle 2017 research on "information disorder" shows first 12-24h of a major event is misinformation peak before corrections.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "24-Hour Share Delay" take?
This exercise takes about 5 minutes, practiced solo in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "24-Hour Share Delay"?
In week 1 you save yourself from posting at least one rumor. In the short term: You build a "only posts verified" reputation in your circle.
Is "24-Hour Share Delay" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Media Literacy / Crisis Misinformation (Claire Wardle, First Draft News (2017)). Wardle 2017 research on "information disorder" shows first 12-24h of a major event is misinformation peak before corrections.
Is "24-Hour Share Delay" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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