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− | ||'''Wikipedia is an encyclopedia'''. Wikipedia combines many features of general and specialized [[Wikipedia:Encyclopedia|encyclopedias]], [[Wikipedia:Almanac|almanacs]], and [[Wikipedia:Gazetteer|gazetteers]]. '''[[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not|Wikipedia is not]]''' a [[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not a soapbox|soapbox]], an [[WP:Spam|advertising platform]], a [[Wikipedia:COI|vanity press]], an [[Wikipedia:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not an indiscriminate collection of information|indiscriminate collection of information]], or a web [[Wikipedia:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not a directory|directory]]. It is not a [[WP:Wikipedia is not a dictionary|dictionary]], a [[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not a newspaper|newspaper]] | + | ||'''Wikipedia is an encyclopedia'''. Wikipedia combines many features of general and specialized [[Wikipedia:Encyclopedia|encyclopedias]], [[Wikipedia:Almanac|almanacs]], and [[Wikipedia:Gazetteer|gazetteers]]. '''[[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not|Wikipedia is not]]''' a [[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not a soapbox|soapbox]], an [[WP:Spam|advertising platform]], a [[Wikipedia:COI|vanity press]], an [[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not an indiscriminate collection of information|indiscriminate collection of information]], or a web [[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not a directory|directory]]. It is not a [[WP:Wikipedia is not a dictionary|dictionary]], a [[Wikipedia 2197:What Wikipedia is not#Wikipedia is not a newspaper|newspaper]]. It can be a collection of source documents, like some of [[wikipedia:Wikimedia_Foundation#Projects_and_initiatives|Wikimedia projects]]. |
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− | ||''' | + | ||'''Wikipedia is written from a neutral point of view'''. We strive for articles in an impartial tone that [[Wikipedia:Neutral point of view|document and explain major points of view]], giving [[Wikipedia:Neutral point of view#Due and undue weight|due weight]] for their prominence. We avoid advocacy, and we characterize information and issues rather than debate them. In some areas there may be just one well-recognized point of view; in others, we describe multiple points of view, presenting each accurately and in context rather than as "the truth" or "the best view". All articles must strive for [[Wikipedia:Verifiability|verifiable accuracy]], [[Wikipedia:CS|citing]] [[Wikipedia:RS|reliable, authoritative sources]], especially when the topic is controversial or is about [[Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons|a living person]]. |
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− | ||''' | + | ||'''Wikipedia is free content that anyone can use, edit, and distribute.''' Since all editors [[Wikipedia:Copyrights|freely license their work to the public]], no editor [[Wikipedia:Ownership of content|owns an article]] and any contributions can and may be [[Wikipedia:Editing policy|mercilessly edited]] and [[Wikipedia:Reusing Wikipedia content|redistributed]]. Respect [[Wikipedia:Copyright violations|copyright]] laws, and never [[Wikipedia:Plagiarism|plagiarize]] from any sources. Borrowing [[Wikipedia:Non-free content|non-free media]] is sometimes allowed as [[Wikipedia:Fair use|fair use]], but strive to find free alternatives first. |
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− | ||''' | + | ||'''Wikipedia's editors should treat each other with respect and civility.''' [[Wikipedia:Civility|Respect your fellow Wikipedians]], even when you disagree. Apply Wikipedia [[Wikipedia:Etiquette|etiquette]], and do not engage in [[Wikipedia:No personal attacks|personal attacks]]. Seek [[Wikipedia:Consensus|consensus]], avoid [[Wikipedia:Edit warring|edit wars]], and [[Wikipedia:Do not disrupt Wikipedia to illustrate a point|never disrupt Wikipedia to illustrate a point]]. Act in good faith, and [[Wikipedia:Assume good faith|assume good faith]] on the part of others. Be open and [[Wikipedia:Please do not bite the newcomers|welcoming to newcomers]]. Should conflicts arise, discuss them calmly on the appropriate [[Help:Talk page|talk pages]], follow [[Wikipedia:Dispute resolution|dispute resolution procedures]], and consider that there are {{formatnum:{{#expr:{{formatnum:{{NUMBEROFARTICLES}}|R}}-1}}}} other articles on the English Wikipedia to improve and discuss. |
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|[[File:Light_bulb_icon_red.svg|left|50px|Souplesse des règles]] | |[[File:Light_bulb_icon_red.svg|left|50px|Souplesse des règles]] | ||
− | ||''' | + | ||'''Wikipedia has no firm rules.''' Wikipedia has [[Wikipedia:Policies and guidelines|policies and guidelines]], but they are not carved in stone; their content and interpretation can evolve over time. The principles and spirit matter more than literal wording, and sometimes improving Wikipedia requires [[Wikipedia:Ignore all rules|making exceptions]]. [[Wikipedia:Be bold|Be bold]], but not [[Wikipedia:Reckless|reckless]], in updating articles. And [[Wikipedia:Editing policy|do not agonize over making mistakes]]: [[Help:Page history|(almost) every past version of a page is saved]], so mistakes can be easily corrected. |
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[[Category:Principe fondateur de Wikipédia|*]] | [[Category:Principe fondateur de Wikipédia|*]] |
Latest revision as of 13:14, 8 August 2021
The fundamental principles of Wikipedia may be summarized in five "pillars" (principles):
Wikipedia is an encyclopedia. Wikipedia combines many features of general and specialized encyclopedias, almanacs, and gazetteers. Wikipedia is not a soapbox, an advertising platform, a vanity press, an indiscriminate collection of information, or a web directory. It is not a dictionary, a newspaper. It can be a collection of source documents, like some of Wikimedia projects. | |
Wikipedia is written from a neutral point of view. We strive for articles in an impartial tone that document and explain major points of view, giving due weight for their prominence. We avoid advocacy, and we characterize information and issues rather than debate them. In some areas there may be just one well-recognized point of view; in others, we describe multiple points of view, presenting each accurately and in context rather than as "the truth" or "the best view". All articles must strive for verifiable accuracy, citing reliable, authoritative sources, especially when the topic is controversial or is about a living person. | |
Wikipedia is free content that anyone can use, edit, and distribute. Since all editors freely license their work to the public, no editor owns an article and any contributions can and may be mercilessly edited and redistributed. Respect copyright laws, and never plagiarize from any sources. Borrowing non-free media is sometimes allowed as fair use, but strive to find free alternatives first. | |
Wikipedia's editors should treat each other with respect and civility. Respect your fellow Wikipedians, even when you disagree. Apply Wikipedia etiquette, and do not engage in personal attacks. Seek consensus, avoid edit wars, and never disrupt Wikipedia to illustrate a point. Act in good faith, and assume good faith on the part of others. Be open and welcoming to newcomers. Should conflicts arise, discuss them calmly on the appropriate talk pages, follow dispute resolution procedures, and consider that there are 90 other articles on the English Wikipedia to improve and discuss. | |
Wikipedia has no firm rules. Wikipedia has policies and guidelines, but they are not carved in stone; their content and interpretation can evolve over time. The principles and spirit matter more than literal wording, and sometimes improving Wikipedia requires making exceptions. Be bold, but not reckless, in updating articles. And do not agonize over making mistakes: (almost) every past version of a page is saved, so mistakes can be easily corrected. |