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AI Use Policy

Last Updated: January 10, 2026

At TVOTT Hillbilly News, we use AI like a toolbelt—not a puppet master. It helps us stay sharp, stay lawful, and keep our standards clean.

1. The Honest Truth: We Use AI

TVOTT Hillbilly News uses AI tools as a behind-the-scenes assistant. We use it to help with organization, writing structure, summarizing, spelling, grammar, and responsible handling of content. This policy explains how we use it—and what it does not do.

2. Why We Use AI

We do not use AI to replace our voice. We use it to protect our platform and community:

  • Safety & Legal Guardrails: helping avoid defamation, harassment, threats, or reckless claims
  • Clarity: improving readability without changing meaning
  • Consistency: keeping policies, tone, and standards aligned
  • Efficiency: saving time on drafts and formatting so we can focus on real reporting

3. Human Responsibility Comes First

AI does not run TVOTT Hillbilly News—we do. Every article, post, or statement reflects our judgment and decision to publish. AI may assist with wording, but the final call is always human.

4. What AI Is NOT Used For

  • No accusing individuals of crimes without verified, lawful proof
  • No publishing private or sensitive personal information (doxxing)
  • No encouraging harm, violence, or vigilantism
  • No creating fake evidence, documents, or misleading material
  • No impersonating individuals or fabricating quotes as fact

5. Accuracy, Verification, and Corrections

AI is a tool—not a source of truth. We treat AI-generated content as a draft and verify key information using credible sources when possible. If errors are identified, we will correct them when accurate information is confirmed.

6. AI in Moderation and Safety

We may use AI-assisted tools to help identify threats, harassment, spam, or scams. However, moderation decisions are made by humans using judgment, context, and evidence.

7. Privacy and Sensitive Information

Do not submit sensitive information you would not want shared publicly. This includes private addresses, financial details, identification numbers, or other personal data. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.

8. Transparency

We believe in being upfront. If AI is used in a way that materially affects how content is created or presented, we will make reasonable efforts to disclose that clearly. We are not here to mislead—we are here to communicate responsibly.

9. Contact

Questions about AI use on TVOTT Hillbilly News? Please contact us here.

Bottom Line

AI helps us say things the right way—it does not speak for us. The voice is ours. The responsibility is ours. Always.