Editorial Standards

PongCity is committed to producing content that is accurate, practical, and focused on helping readers better understand the game of ping pong / table tennis.

All content is created and maintained under a shared byline, PongCity Editorial Team, to ensure consistency, objectivity, and a focus on the reader rather than individual authorship.

Topics on PongCity are selected based on:

• Common questions from players and gift buyers
• Learning progression from fundamentals to advanced concepts
• Areas where guidance is often unclear or inconsistent

Articles are written to emphasize:

• Clear explanations over jargon
• Fundamentals before advanced concepts
• Context that helps readers understand why something works

PongCity strives to ensure all content is accurate at the time of publication.

To support this:

• Rules explanations align with widely accepted standards of play
• Technical guidance reflects common practice and real-world application
• Claims are framed conservatively and without exaggeration

Content may be reviewed and updated periodically to improve clarity, reflect changes in rules or equipment standards, or correct errors.

Some content includes opinions or evaluative guidance, particularly in discussions of equipment.

When opinions are presented:

• They are clearly distinguished from factual explanations
• They are based on intended use, skill level, and general suitability
• They are not presented as universal or absolute

No product is recommended solely for commercial reasons.

Equipment-related content is designed to help readers:

• Understand differences between types of gear
• Identify options appropriate for their skill level and goals
• Avoid unnecessary or mismatched purchases

Comparisons and buying guidance focus on practicality, context, and fit - not hype, rankings for their own sake, or sponsored placement.

Some pages on PongCity may include affiliate links. These links help support the operation of the site at no additional cost to the reader.

Affiliate relationships do not influence:

• Topic selection
• How products are described
• Editorial conclusions

Editorial independence is maintained at all times. Additional details are available on the Editorial Independence page.

PongCity may revise existing content to:

Improve clarity or organization

Reflect updated rules, standards, or best practices

Correct inaccuracies

Updates are made with the goal of maintaining long-term usefulness and reliability.

Every page on PongCity is written with one guiding question in mind:

Does this help the reader better understand the game or help them make more confident decisions?

If the answer is no, the content does not belong on PongCity.