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{{Redirect|WP:SPEEDY|the guideline discussing when to end deletion debates early as "keep"| | {{Redirect|WP:SPEEDY|the guideline discussing when to end deletion debates early as "keep"|Sarkarverse:Speedy keep|the list of current candidates for speedy deletion|Category:Candidates for speedy deletion|the speedy renaming of categories|Sarkarverse:Categories for discussion/Speedy}} | ||
{{Policy|WP:CSD|WP:SD|WP:SPEEDY|WP:SPEED}} | {{Policy|WP:CSD|WP:SD|WP:SPEEDY|WP:SPEED}} | ||
{{Deletion policy list}} | {{Deletion policy list}} | ||
<!-- Def and background -->The '''criteria for speedy deletion''' specify the only cases in which [[ | <!-- Def and background -->The '''criteria for speedy deletion''' specify the only cases in which [[Sarkarverse:Administrators|administrators]] have broad [[Sarkarverse:consensus|consensus]] to bypass [[Sarkarverse:Deletion process|deletion discussion]], at their discretion, and immediately delete Sarkarverse pages or media. They cover only the cases specified in the rules here. | ||
Deletion is reversible, but only by administrators, so other deletions occur only after discussion, unless they are [[WP:proposed deletion|proposed deletion]]s. Speedy deletion is intended to reduce the time spent on deletion discussions for pages or media with no practical chance of surviving discussion.<ref>In this context, "''speedy''" refers to the simple decision-making process, not the length of time since the article was created.</ref> | Deletion is reversible, but only by administrators, so other deletions occur only after discussion, unless they are [[WP:proposed deletion|proposed deletion]]s. Speedy deletion is intended to reduce the time spent on deletion discussions for pages or media with no practical chance of surviving discussion.<ref>In this context, "''speedy''" refers to the simple decision-making process, not the length of time since the article was created.</ref> | ||
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<!-- admins -->Administrators should take care not to speedy delete pages or media except in the most obvious cases. If a page has survived its most recent deletion discussion, it should not be speedy deleted except for newly discovered copyright violations and pages that meet specific uncontroversial criteria; these criteria are noted below. Contributors sometimes create pages over several edits, so administrators should avoid deleting a page that appears incomplete too soon after its creation. | <!-- admins -->Administrators should take care not to speedy delete pages or media except in the most obvious cases. If a page has survived its most recent deletion discussion, it should not be speedy deleted except for newly discovered copyright violations and pages that meet specific uncontroversial criteria; these criteria are noted below. Contributors sometimes create pages over several edits, so administrators should avoid deleting a page that appears incomplete too soon after its creation. | ||
<!-- nominators -->Anyone can request speedy deletion by adding one of the [[ | <!-- nominators -->Anyone can request speedy deletion by adding one of the [[Sarkarverse:Template messages/Deletion#Speedy deletion|speedy deletion templates]]. Before nominating a page for speedy deletion, consider whether it could be improved, reduced to a [[Sarkarverse:Stub|stub]], merged or redirected elsewhere, reverted to a better previous revision, or handled in some other way. A page is only eligible for speedy deletion if all of its [[Help:Page history|revisions]] are also eligible. Users nominating a page for speedy deletion should specify which criterion/criteria the page meets, and should notify the page creator and any major contributors. | ||
{{Anchor|Removing speedy deletion tags}} | {{Anchor|Removing speedy deletion tags}} | ||
<!-- 'targets-of' -->'''The creator of a page may not remove a speedy deletion tag''' from it. Only an editor who is not the creator of a page may do so. A creator who disagrees with the speedy deletion should instead click on the {{Button|Contest this speedy deletion}} button which appears inside of the speedy deletion tag. This button links to the [[ | <!-- 'targets-of' -->'''The creator of a page may not remove a speedy deletion tag''' from it. Only an editor who is not the creator of a page may do so. A creator who disagrees with the speedy deletion should instead click on the {{Button|Contest this speedy deletion}} button which appears inside of the speedy deletion tag. This button links to the [[Sarkarverse:Talk page|discussion page]] with a pre-formatted area for the creator to explain why the page should not be deleted. However, if the sole author blanks a page (other than a userspace page or category page), this can be taken as a deletion request, and the blank page tagged for deletion with {{Tl|Db-blanked}} (see [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G7|G7]]). | ||
Besides speedy deletion, there are the following methods of deletion: | Besides speedy deletion, there are the following methods of deletion: | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Deletion discussions]] (<small>[[Sarkarverse:AFD|AfD]], [[Sarkarverse:CFD|CfD]], [[Sarkarverse:FFD|FfD]], [[Sarkarverse:MFD|Mfd]], [[Sarkarverse:RFD|RfD]], [[Sarkarverse:TFD|TfD]]</small>), the normal method of carrying out deletion. | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Proposed deletions]], for nominating pages for uncontroversial deletion. | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Proposed deletion of biographies of living people]], for articles on living persons without sources. | ||
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== Introduction to criteria == | == Introduction to criteria == | ||
Abbreviations (G12, A3...) are often used to refer to these criteria, and are given in each section. For example, "CSD G12" refers to ''criterion 12'' under ''general'' ([[ | Abbreviations (G12, A3...) are often used to refer to these criteria, and are given in each section. For example, "CSD G12" refers to ''criterion 12'' under ''general'' ([[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G12|copyright infringement]]) and "CSD U1" refers to ''criterion 1'' under ''user'' ([[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#U1|user request]]). {{Strong|These abbreviations can be confusing}} to new editors or anyone else unfamiliar with this page; in many situations a [[Sarkarverse:Technical terms and definitions|plain-English explanation]] of why a specific page was deleted is preferable. | ||
{{Anchor|d|D|dt|DT|delt|DELT|deltem|DELTEM|deltemp|DELTEMP}}{{Anchor|deletion template|Deletion template|DELETIONTEMPLATE}} | {{Anchor|d|D|dt|DT|delt|DELT|deltem|DELTEM|deltemp|DELTEMP}}{{Anchor|deletion template|Deletion template|DELETIONTEMPLATE}} | ||
Immediately following each criterion below is a list of templates used to mark pages or media files for speedy deletion under the criterion being used. In order to alert administrators to the nomination, place the relevant speedy deletion template at the top of the page or media file you are nominating (within {{Tag|noinclude}} if nominating a [[ | Immediately following each criterion below is a list of templates used to mark pages or media files for speedy deletion under the criterion being used. In order to alert administrators to the nomination, place the relevant speedy deletion template at the top of the page or media file you are nominating (within {{Tag|noinclude}} if nominating a [[Sarkarverse:Template namespace|Template:]] page). Please be sure to supply an [[Help:Edit summary|edit summary]] that mentions that the page is being nominated for speedy deletion. All of the speedy deletion templates are named as "Db-X" with "Db" standing for "'''delete because'''". A list of the "Db-X" templates can be found at [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion/Deletion templates]]. | ||
If a page falls under more than one of the criteria, instead of adding multiple tags it is possible to add a single {{Tl|Db-multiple}} tag to cover them all. For example, if an article seems both to be promotional (G11) and also to fail to indicate significance of its subject (A7) then the tag {{Tlx|Db-multiple|G11|A7}} can be used to indicate both of these concerns. Then the article can be speedily deleted if an administrator assesses it and decides that either or both of the criteria apply. | If a page falls under more than one of the criteria, instead of adding multiple tags it is possible to add a single {{Tl|Db-multiple}} tag to cover them all. For example, if an article seems both to be promotional (G11) and also to fail to indicate significance of its subject (A7) then the tag {{Tlx|Db-multiple|G11|A7}} can be used to indicate both of these concerns. Then the article can be speedily deleted if an administrator assesses it and decides that either or both of the criteria apply. | ||
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==== G1. Patent nonsense ==== | ==== G1. Patent nonsense ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G1}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G1}} | ||
{{Main| | {{Main|Sarkarverse:Patent nonsense}} | ||
Pages consisting entirely of incoherent text or gibberish with no meaningful content or history. This ''excludes'' poor writing, partisan screeds, obscene remarks, implausible theories, [[ | Pages consisting entirely of incoherent text or gibberish with no meaningful content or history. This ''excludes'' poor writing, partisan screeds, obscene remarks, implausible theories, [[Sarkarverse:Vandalism|vandalism]] and [[Sarkarverse:Do not create hoaxes|hoaxes]], fictional material, coherent [[Template:Not English|non-English]] material, and [[Sarkarverse:Pages needing translation into English|poorly translated material]]. This excludes the [[Sarkarverse:Sandbox|sandbox]] and pages in the [[Sarkarverse:User page|user namespace]]. In short, if you can understand it, G1 does not apply. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g1}}, {{Tl|Db-nonsense}} | * {{Tl|Db-g1}}, {{Tl|Db-nonsense}} | ||
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==== G2. Test pages ==== | ==== G2. Test pages ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G2}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G2}} | ||
A page created to test editing or other | A page created to test editing or other Sarkarverse functions. Subpages of the [[Sarkarverse:Sandbox|Sarkarverse Sandbox]] created as tests are included, but '''not''' the Sandbox itself. This criterion does not apply to pages in the [[Sarkarverse:User page|user namespace]], nor does it apply to valid but unused or duplicate templates (although criterion [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#T3|T3]] ''may'' apply). | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g2}}, {{Tl|Db-test}} | * {{Tl|Db-g2}}, {{Tl|Db-test}} | ||
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==== G3. Pure vandalism and blatant hoaxes ==== | ==== G3. Pure vandalism and blatant hoaxes ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G3}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G3}} | ||
{{Further| | {{Further|Sarkarverse:Vandalism}} | ||
This includes blatant and obvious misinformation, blatant [[ | This includes blatant and obvious misinformation, blatant [[Sarkarverse:Do not create hoaxes|hoaxes]] (including images intended to misinform), and redirects created by cleanup from page-move vandalism. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g3}}, {{Tl|Db-vandalism}}, {{Tl|Db-hoax}} | * {{Tl|Db-g3}}, {{Tl|Db-vandalism}}, {{Tl|Db-hoax}} | ||
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==== G4. Recreation of a page that was deleted per a deletion discussion ==== | ==== G4. Recreation of a page that was deleted per a deletion discussion ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G4}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G4}} | ||
A sufficiently identical and unimproved copy, having any title, of a page deleted via its most recent [[ | A sufficiently identical and unimproved copy, having any title, of a page deleted via its most recent [[Sarkarverse:Deletion discussions|deletion discussion]].<ref>The result of the most recent deletion discussion controls. This means that if the most recent discussion was "keep" or a default to keep through no consensus, G4 does not apply. Likewise, an article that was deleted through its most recent discussion, but was kept in prior discussions, is subject to the criterion. ([[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 44#Is CSD G4 applicable or inapplicable to a previously kept page whose most recent discussion ended in deletion?|Discussion]].)</ref> This excludes pages that are not substantially identical to the deleted version, pages to which the reason for the deletion no longer applies, and content [[Sarkarverse:Userfication|moved to user space]] or [[WP:DRAFTS|converted to a Draft]] for explicit improvement (but not simply to circumvent Sarkarverse's [[Sarkarverse:Deletion policy|deletion policy]]). This criterion also excludes content undeleted via [[Sarkarverse:Deletion review|deletion review]], or which was deleted via [[Sarkarverse:Proposed deletion|proposed deletion]] or speedy deletion (although in that case the previous speedy criterion, or other speedy criteria, may apply). | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g4}}, {{Tl|Db-repost}} | * {{Tl|Db-g4}}, {{Tl|Db-repost}} | ||
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==== G5. Creations by banned or blocked users ==== | ==== G5. Creations by banned or blocked users ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G5}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G5}} | ||
{{Further| | {{Further|Sarkarverse:Banning policy|Sarkarverse:Blocking policy}} | ||
Pages created by [[ | Pages created by [[Sarkarverse:List of banned users|banned]] or blocked users '''in violation of their [[Sarkarverse:Banning policy|ban]] or [[Sarkarverse:Blocking policy|block]]''', and which have no substantial edits by others. G5 should not be applied to transcluded templates or to categories that may be useful or suitable for merging. | ||
* To qualify, the edit must have been made while the user was actually banned or blocked. A page created before the ban or block does not qualify. | * To qualify, the edit must have been made while the user was actually banned or blocked. A page created before the ban or block does not qualify. | ||
* To qualify, the edit must be a violation of the user's block or ban. For example, pages created by a topic-banned user may be deleted if they come under that particular topic, but not if they are in some other topic. | * To qualify, the edit must be a violation of the user's block or ban. For example, pages created by a topic-banned user may be deleted if they come under that particular topic, but not if they are in some other topic. | ||
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==== G6. Technical deletions ==== | ==== G6. Technical deletions ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G6}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G6}} | ||
[[ | [[Sarkarverse:Consensus|Uncontroversial]] maintenance, including: | ||
* Deleting dated maintenance categories. | * Deleting dated maintenance categories. | ||
* Deleting a [[ | * Deleting a [[Sarkarverse:Disambiguation|disambiguation]] page that only links to one extant article and whose title includes "(disambiguation)"<ref>If it does not end in ''(disambiguation)'', simply change it to a redirect. If it links to zero articles, it can be deleted as A3, no content.</ref> | ||
* Deleting redirects or other pages blocking [[Help:Renaming (moving) a page|page moves]]. Administrators should be aware of the [[ | * Deleting redirects or other pages blocking [[Help:Renaming (moving) a page|page moves]]. Administrators should be aware of the [[Sarkarverse:Requested moves/Closing instructions#Moving procedures|proper procedures]] where a redirect/page holding up a page move has a non-trivial page history. An administrator who deletes a page that is blocking a move should ensure that the move is completed after deleting it. | ||
* Deleting pages unambiguously created in error or in the incorrect namespace. | * Deleting pages unambiguously created in error or in the incorrect namespace. | ||
:If no special tag like {{Tl|Db-move}} can be used, the general {{Tlp|Db-g6|2=rationale=''reason''}} tag should be used instead, with a reason specified in the {{Para|rationale}} parameter of the tag. | :If no special tag like {{Tl|Db-move}} can be used, the general {{Tlp|Db-g6|2=rationale=''reason''}} tag should be used instead, with a reason specified in the {{Para|rationale}} parameter of the tag. | ||
* {{Tlp|Db-g6|2=rationale=''reason''}}, {{Tlp|Db-copypaste|''page to be moved''}}, {{Tl|Db-disambig}}, {{Tlp|Db-move|''page to be moved''|''reason''}}, {{Tlp|1=Db-xfd|2=votepage=''link to closed [[ | * {{Tlp|Db-g6|2=rationale=''reason''}}, {{Tlp|Db-copypaste|''page to be moved''}}, {{Tl|Db-disambig}}, {{Tlp|Db-move|''page to be moved''|''reason''}}, {{Tlp|1=Db-xfd|2=votepage=''link to closed [[Sarkarverse:Deletion process|deletion discussion]]''}} | ||
{{Anchor|G7|g7|author|blanked}} | {{Anchor|G7|g7|author|blanked}} | ||
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==== G7. Author requests deletion ==== | ==== G7. Author requests deletion ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G7}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G7}} | ||
If requested in good faith and provided that the only substantial content to the page was added by its author. (For redirects created as a result of a [[Help:Moving a page|page move]], the mover must also have been the only substantive contributor to the pages prior to the move.) If the sole author [[ | If requested in good faith and provided that the only substantial content to the page was added by its author. (For redirects created as a result of a [[Help:Moving a page|page move]], the mover must also have been the only substantive contributor to the pages prior to the move.) If the sole author [[Sarkarverse:Glossary#Blanking|blanks]] a page other than a userspace page, a category page, or any type of talk page, this can be taken as a deletion request. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g7}}, {{Tl|Db-author}}, {{Tl|Db-blanked}}, {{Tl|Db-self}} | * {{Tl|Db-g7}}, {{Tl|Db-author}}, {{Tl|Db-blanked}}, {{Tl|Db-self}} | ||
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==== G8. Pages dependent on a non-existent or deleted page ==== | ==== G8. Pages dependent on a non-existent or deleted page ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G8}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G8}} | ||
Examples include [[ | Examples include [[Sarkarverse:Talk page|talk pages]] with no corresponding subject page, [[Sarkarverse:Subpage|subpages]] with no parent page, [[Help:File page|image pages]] without a corresponding image, [[Sarkarverse:Redirect|redirects]] to invalid targets, such as non-existent targets, redirect loops, and bad titles, and categories populated by deleted or retargeted templates. This excludes any page that is useful to Sarkarverse, and in particular deletion discussions that are not logged elsewhere, [[Sarkarverse:User pages|user pages]], [[Sarkarverse:Talk page|user talk pages]], talk page archives, plausible redirects that can be changed to valid targets, and image pages or talk pages for images that exist on [[Sarkarverse:Wikimedia Commons|Wikimedia Commons]], and pages that should be moved to a different location.<ref>Note that new editors sometimes mistakenly start article drafts on talk pages that have no article. If you see this, move the draft to [[Sarkarverse:Articles for creation]], making sure the new user is listed as author and not you.</ref> Exceptions may be sign-posted with the template {{Tl|G8-exempt}}. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g8}}, {{Tl|Db-imagepage}}, {{Tl|Db-redirnone}}, {{Tl|Db-subpage}}, {{Tl|Db-talk}}, {{Tl|Db-templatecat}} | * {{Tl|Db-g8}}, {{Tl|Db-imagepage}}, {{Tl|Db-redirnone}}, {{Tl|Db-subpage}}, {{Tl|Db-talk}}, {{Tl|Db-templatecat}} | ||
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==== G9. Office actions ==== | ==== G9. Office actions ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G9}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G9}} | ||
{{Main| | {{Main|Sarkarverse:Office actions}} | ||
The Wikimedia Foundation office reserves the right to speedily delete a page temporarily in cases of exceptional circumstances. Deletions of this type may not be reversed without permission from the Foundation. | The Wikimedia Foundation office reserves the right to speedily delete a page temporarily in cases of exceptional circumstances. Deletions of this type may not be reversed without permission from the Foundation. | ||
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==== G10. Pages that disparage, threaten, intimidate or harass their subject or some other entity, and serve no other purpose ==== | ==== G10. Pages that disparage, threaten, intimidate or harass their subject or some other entity, and serve no other purpose ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G10}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G10}} | ||
{{Main| | {{Main|Sarkarverse:Attack page}} | ||
These "[[ | These "[[Sarkarverse:Attack page|attack pages]]" may include [[Sarkarverse:Libel|libel]], [[Sarkarverse:No legal threats|legal threats]], material intended purely to [[Sarkarverse:Harassment|harass or intimidate]] a person or [[Sarkarverse:Biographies of living persons|biographical material about a living person]] that is entirely negative in tone and unsourced. These pages should be speedily deleted when there is no [[Sarkarverse:Neutral point of view|neutral]] version in the page history to revert to. Both the page title and page content may be taken into account in assessing an attack. Articles about living people deleted under this criterion should '''not''' be restored or recreated by any editor until the [[Sarkarverse:Biographies of living persons|biographical article]] standards are met. Redirects from plausible search terms are not eligible under this criterion. For example, a term used on the target page to refer to its subject is often a plausible redirect – see [[Sarkarverse:RNEUTRAL]]. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g10}}, {{Tl|Db-attack}}, {{Tl|Db-attackorg}}, {{Tl|Db-personal attack}}, {{Tl|Db-negublp}} | * {{Tl|Db-g10}}, {{Tl|Db-attack}}, {{Tl|Db-attackorg}}, {{Tl|Db-personal attack}}, {{Tl|Db-negublp}} | ||
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==== G11. Unambiguous advertising or promotion ==== | ==== G11. Unambiguous advertising or promotion ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G11}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G11}} | ||
{{Main| | {{Main|Sarkarverse:Spam}} | ||
Pages that are ''exclusively'' promotional, and would need to be ''fundamentally'' rewritten to become encyclopedic. If a subject is [[ | Pages that are ''exclusively'' promotional, and would need to be ''fundamentally'' rewritten to become encyclopedic. If a subject is [[Sarkarverse:Notability|notable]] and the content can be replaced with text that complies with [[Sarkarverse:Neutral point of view|neutral point of view]], this is preferable to deletion. '''Note:''' An article about a company or a product which describes its subject from a neutral point of view does not qualify for this criterion. "Promotion" does not necessarily mean commercial promotion: anything can be promoted, including a person, a non-commercial organization, a point of view, etc. See [[Sarkarverse:NOTFORPROMOTION]] for the policy on this. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g11}}, {{Tl|Db-promo}}, {{Tl|Db-spam}}, {{Tl|Db-spamuser}}, {{Tl|Db-spamuser-sandbox}} | * {{Tl|Db-g11}}, {{Tl|Db-promo}}, {{Tl|Db-spam}}, {{Tl|Db-spamuser}}, {{Tl|Db-spamuser-sandbox}} | ||
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==== G12. Unambiguous copyright infringement ==== | ==== G12. Unambiguous copyright infringement ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G12}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G12}} | ||
Text pages that contain copyrighted material with no credible assertion of public domain, fair use, or a [[ | Text pages that contain copyrighted material with no credible assertion of public domain, fair use, or a [[Sarkarverse:Compatible license|compatible free license]], where there is no non-infringing content on the page worth saving. Only if the history is unsalvageably corrupted should it be deleted in its entirety; earlier versions without infringement should be retained. For equivocal cases which do not meet speedy deletion criteria (such as where there is a dubious assertion of permission, where free-content edits overlie the infringement, or where there is only partial infringement or close paraphrasing), the article or the appropriate section should be blanked with {{Tls|Copyvio|2=url=''insert URL here''}}, and the page should be listed at [[Sarkarverse:Copyright problems]]. Please consult [[Sarkarverse:Copyright violations]] for other instructions. Public-domain and other free content, such as a [[Sarkarverse:Mirrors and forks|Sarkarverse mirror]], do not fall under this criterion, nor is mere lack of attribution of such works a reason for speedy deletion. For images and media, see the [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#F9|equivalent criterion]] in the [[#Files|"Files" section]] here, which has more specific instructions. | ||
* {{Tlp|Db-g12|2=url=''source URL''}}, {{Tlp|Db-copyvio|2=url=''source URL''}} | * {{Tlp|Db-g12|2=url=''source URL''}}, {{Tlp|Db-copyvio|2=url=''source URL''}} | ||
:'''Note:''' If other criteria apply in addition to G12, the template {{Tl|Db-multiple}} should be used instead, to avoid pointless [[ | :'''Note:''' If other criteria apply in addition to G12, the template {{Tl|Db-multiple}} should be used instead, to avoid pointless [[Sarkarverse:Requesting copyright permission|copyright permission requests]] subsequent to deletion. | ||
* {{Tlp|Db-multiple|2=g12|3=url=''source URL''|4=''other criteria''}} | * {{Tlp|Db-multiple|2=g12|3=url=''source URL''|4=''other criteria''}} | ||
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==== G13. Abandoned Articles for creation submissions ==== | ==== G13. Abandoned Articles for creation submissions ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:G13}} | {{Shortcut|WP:G13}} | ||
{{Further| | {{Further|Sarkarverse:Articles for creation|Sarkarverse:Requests for undeletion/G13}} | ||
Rejected or unsubmitted [//en. | Rejected or unsubmitted [//en.Sarkarverse.org/w/index.php?title=Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:AFC_submission&hidelinks=1&hideredirs=1 Articles for creation pages] that have not been edited in over six months. This criterion applies to all drafts in [[Sarkarverse:WikiProject Articles for creation|WikiProject Articles for creation]] [[Special:PrefixIndex/Sarkarverse:Articles for creation/|project]], [[Special:PrefixIndex/Sarkarverse talk:Articles for creation/|talk]], as well as [[Sarkarverse:UD|userspace drafts]] and drafts in the [[Special:PrefixIndex/Draft:]] namespace that are using the project's {{Tl|AFC submission}} template. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-g13}}, {{Tl|Db-afc}} | * {{Tl|Db-g13}}, {{Tl|Db-afc}} | ||
{{Anchor|a|A|articles|ARTICLES|article|Article|ARTICLE|art|Art}}{{Anchor|ART|arti|Arti|ARTI}} | {{Anchor|a|A|articles|ARTICLES|article|Article|ARTICLE|art|Art}}{{Anchor|ART|arti|Arti|ARTI}} | ||
=== [[ | === [[Sarkarverse:What is an article?|Articles]] === | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:ACSD}} | {{Shortcut|WP:ACSD}} | ||
Note: <small>Not all numbers are used as [[ | Note: <small>Not all numbers are used as [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#Deprecated criteria|some criteria have been repealed]].</small> | ||
{{Anchor|A1|a1|nocontext}} | {{Anchor|A1|a1|nocontext}} | ||
==== A1. No context ==== | ==== A1. No context ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:A1}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A1}} | ||
Articles lacking sufficient context to identify the subject of the article. ''Example: "He is a funny man with a red car. He makes people laugh."'' This applies only to very short articles. ''Context'' is different from ''content'', treated in [[ | Articles lacking sufficient context to identify the subject of the article. ''Example: "He is a funny man with a red car. He makes people laugh."'' This applies only to very short articles. ''Context'' is different from ''content'', treated in [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A3|A3]]. Caution is needed when using this tag on newly created articles. This ''excludes'' coherent {{Tl|Non-English}} material, and [[Sarkarverse:Pages needing translation into English|poorly translated material]]. If any information in the title or on the page, including links, allows an editor, possibly with the aid of a web search, to find further information on the subject in an attempt to expand or edit it, there is enough context that A1 is not appropriate.<ref name="Hasty">Consensus has developed that in most cases articles should not be tagged for deletion under this criterion moments after creation as the creator may be actively working on the content; though there is no set time requirement, a ten-minute delay before tagging under this criterion is suggested as good practice. Please '''do not''' mark the page as [[Sarkarverse:New pages patrol/patrolled pages|patrolled]] prior to that suitable delay passing, so that the wait does not result in the article escaping review at a later time.</ref> | ||
* {{Tl|Db-a1}}, {{Tl|Db-nocontext}}, {{Tl|Db-short}} | * {{Tl|Db-a1}}, {{Tl|Db-nocontext}}, {{Tl|Db-short}} | ||
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==== A2. Foreign language articles that exist on another Wikimedia project ==== | ==== A2. Foreign language articles that exist on another Wikimedia project ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:A2}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A2}} | ||
Articles having essentially the same content as an article on another Wikimedia project. If the article is not the same as an article on another project, use the template {{tlx|Not English}} instead, and list the page at [[ | Articles having essentially the same content as an article on another Wikimedia project. If the article is not the same as an article on another project, use the template {{tlx|Not English}} instead, and list the page at [[Sarkarverse:Pages needing translation into English]] for review and possible translation. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-a2}}, {{Tl|Db-foreign}} | * {{Tl|Db-a2}}, {{Tl|Db-foreign}} | ||
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==== A3. No content ==== | ==== A3. No content ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:A3}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A3}} | ||
Any article (other than [[ | Any article (other than [[Sarkarverse:Disambiguation pages|disambiguation pages]], [[Sarkarverse:Redirect|redirects]], or [[Sarkarverse:Soft redirect|soft redirects]] to [[Sarkarverse:Wikimedia sister projects|Wikimedia sister projects]]) consisting only of external links, category tags and "See also" sections, a rephrasing of the title, attempts to correspond with the person or group named by its title, a question that should have been asked at the [[Sarkarverse:Help desk|help]] or [[Sarkarverse:Reference desk|reference]] desks, chat-like comments, template tags, and/or images. This may also apply to articles consisting entirely of the framework of the [[Sarkarverse:Article wizard|Article wizard]] with no additional content. However, a very short article may be a valid [[Sarkarverse:Stub|stub]] if it has context, in which case it is not eligible for deletion under this criterion. Similarly, this criterion does not cover a page having only an infobox, unless its contents also meet the criteria mentioned here. This ''excludes'' poor writing, coherent [[template:notenglish|non-English]] material, and [[Sarkarverse:Pages needing translation into English|poorly translated material]]. Caution is needed when using this tag on newly created articles.<ref name="Hasty" /> | ||
*This also applies to disambiguation pages that don't link to any current articles. | *This also applies to disambiguation pages that don't link to any current articles. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-a3}}, {{Tl|Db-nocontent}}, {{Tl|Db-contact}}, {{Tl|Db-empty}} | * {{Tl|Db-a3}}, {{Tl|Db-nocontent}}, {{Tl|Db-contact}}, {{Tl|Db-empty}} | ||
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{{Shortcut|WP:A5}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A5}} | ||
{{Further|m:Help:Transwiki}} | {{Further|m:Help:Transwiki}} | ||
Any article that consists only of a dictionary definition that has already been transwikied (e.g., to the [[:wikt:|Wiktionary]]), a primary source that has already been transwikied (e.g., to [[:wikisource:|Wikisource]]), or an article on any subject that has been discussed at [[ | Any article that consists only of a dictionary definition that has already been transwikied (e.g., to the [[:wikt:|Wiktionary]]), a primary source that has already been transwikied (e.g., to [[:wikisource:|Wikisource]]), or an article on any subject that has been discussed at [[Sarkarverse:Articles for deletion|articles for deletion]] with an outcome to move it to another wiki, after it has been properly moved and the author information recorded. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-a5}}, {{Tl|Db-transwiki}} | * {{Tl|Db-a5}}, {{Tl|Db-transwiki}} | ||
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==== A7. No indication of importance (individuals, animals, organizations, web content, events) ==== | ==== A7. No indication of importance (individuals, animals, organizations, web content, events) ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:A7}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A7}} | ||
{{Further| | {{Further|Sarkarverse:Credible claim of significance}} | ||
An article about a '''real person, individual animal(s), organization, [[WP:WEB|web content]] or organized event''' that does not indicate why its subject is important or significant, '''with the exception of [[educational institution]]s'''.<ref name="Past discussions leading to schools being exempt from A7">[[ | An article about a '''real person, individual animal(s), organization, [[WP:WEB|web content]] or organized event''' that does not indicate why its subject is important or significant, '''with the exception of [[educational institution]]s'''.<ref name="Past discussions leading to schools being exempt from A7">[[Sarkarverse talk:WikiProject Schools/Criteria for Speedy Deletion A7|Past discussions leading to schools being exempt from A7]].</ref> This is distinct from [[Sarkarverse:Verifiability|verifiability]] and [[Sarkarverse:Reliable sources|reliability of sources]], and is a lower standard than [[Sarkarverse:Notability|notability]]. This criterion applies '''only''' to articles about web content and to articles about people, organizations, and individual animals themselves, not to articles about their books, albums, software, or other creative works. This criterion does '''not''' apply to ''species'' of animals, only to individual animal(s). The criterion does '''not''' apply to any article that makes '''any credible claim of significance or importance''' even if the claim is not supported by a reliable source or does not qualify on Sarkarverse's [[Sarkarverse:Notability|notability guidelines]]. The criterion '''does''' apply if the claim of significance or importance given is not credible. If the claim's credibility is unclear, you can improve the article yourself, [[Sarkarverse:Proposed deletion|propose deletion]], or list the article at [[Sarkarverse:Articles for deletion|articles for deletion]]. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-a7}}, {{Tl|Db-person}} <small>– for people</small>, {{Tl|Db-band}} <small>– for bands</small>, {{Tl|Db-club}} <small>– for clubs, societies and groups</small>, {{Tl|Db-inc}} <small>– for companies, corporations and organizations</small>, {{Tl|Db-web}} <small>– for websites</small>, {{Tl|Db-animal}} <small>– for individual animals</small>, {{Tl|Db-event}} <small> - for events </small> | * {{Tl|Db-a7}}, {{Tl|Db-person}} <small>– for people</small>, {{Tl|Db-band}} <small>– for bands</small>, {{Tl|Db-club}} <small>– for clubs, societies and groups</small>, {{Tl|Db-inc}} <small>– for companies, corporations and organizations</small>, {{Tl|Db-web}} <small>– for websites</small>, {{Tl|Db-animal}} <small>– for individual animals</small>, {{Tl|Db-event}} <small> - for events </small> | ||
* It is irrelevant whether the claim of notability within the article is not sufficient for the [[ | * It is irrelevant whether the claim of notability within the article is not sufficient for the [[Sarkarverse:Notability|notability guidelines]]. If the claim is credible, the A7 tag can '''not''' be applied. Often what seems non-notable to a new page patroller is shown to be notable in a deletion discussion. | ||
{{Anchor|A9|a9|music}} | {{Anchor|A9|a9|music}} | ||
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==== A9. No indication of importance (musical recordings) ==== | ==== A9. No indication of importance (musical recordings) ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:A9}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A9}} | ||
{{Further| | {{Further|Sarkarverse:Credible claim of significance}} | ||
An article about a '''musical recording''' that '''has no corresponding article about its recording artist''' and '''does not indicate why its subject is important or significant''' (both conditions must be met). This is distinct from questions of [[ | An article about a '''musical recording''' that '''has no corresponding article about its recording artist''' and '''does not indicate why its subject is important or significant''' (both conditions must be met). This is distinct from questions of [[Sarkarverse:Verifiability|verifiability]] and [[Sarkarverse:Reliable sources|reliability of sources]], and is a lower standard than [[Sarkarverse:Notability (music)|notability]]. This criterion does '''not''' apply to other forms of creative media, products, or any other types of articles. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-a9}}, {{Tl|Db-album}}, {{Tl|Db-song}} | * {{Tl|Db-a9}}, {{Tl|Db-album}}, {{Tl|Db-song}} | ||
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==== A10. Recently created article that duplicates an existing topic ==== | ==== A10. Recently created article that duplicates an existing topic ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:A10}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A10}} | ||
A '''recently created''' article with no relevant page history that duplicates an existing English | A '''recently created''' article with no relevant page history that duplicates an existing English Sarkarverse topic, and that '''does not expand upon, detail or improve information''' within any existing article(s) on the subject, and where the title is not a plausible [[Sarkarverse:redirect|redirect]]. This does '''not''' include [[Sarkarverse:Splitting|split pages]] or any article that expands or reorganizes an existing one or that contains referenced, [[Sarkarverse:Merging|mergeable]] material. It also does '''not''' include disambiguation pages. (When the new title is a reasonable term for the subject, converting the new article to a redirect may be preferable to deletion.) | ||
* {{Tlp|Db-a10|2=article=''Existing article title''}}, {{Tlp|Db-same|2=article=''Existing article title''}} | * {{Tlp|Db-a10|2=article=''Existing article title''}}, {{Tlp|Db-same|2=article=''Existing article title''}} | ||
* This deletion rationale should only be used rarely. In the vast majority of duplicate articles, the title used is a plausible misspelling or alternate name for the main article, and a redirect should be created instead. This criterion should only be used if its title could be speedy deleted as a redirect. | * This deletion rationale should only be used rarely. In the vast majority of duplicate articles, the title used is a plausible misspelling or alternate name for the main article, and a redirect should be created instead. This criterion should only be used if its title could be speedy deleted as a redirect. | ||
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==== A11. Obviously invented ==== | ==== A11. Obviously invented ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:A11}} | {{Shortcut|WP:A11}} | ||
{{Further| | {{Further|Sarkarverse:Credible claim of significance}} | ||
An article which plainly indicates that the subject was [[ | An article which plainly indicates that the subject was [[Sarkarverse:Sarkarverse is not for things made up one day|invented/coined/discovered by the article's creator or someone they know personally]], and does not credibly indicate why its subject is important or significant. The criterion does '''not''' apply to any article that makes '''any ''credible'' claim of significance or importance''' even if the claim is not supported by a reliable source or does not qualify under Sarkarverse's notability guidelines. ''Note: This is not intended for hoaxes (see [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G3|CSD G3]]).''<ref>Unlike a hoax, subject to deletion as vandalism under [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G3|CSD G3]] as a bad faith attempt to fool, CSD A11 is for topics that were or may have been actually created and are real, but have no notice or significance except among a small group of people, e.g. a new invented drinking game or new word.</ref> | ||
* {{Tl|Db-a11}}, {{Tl|Db-invented}}, {{Tl|Db-madeup}} | * {{Tl|Db-a11}}, {{Tl|Db-invented}}, {{Tl|Db-madeup}} | ||
For any articles that are not speedy deletion candidates, use [[ | For any articles that are not speedy deletion candidates, use [[Sarkarverse:Articles for deletion]] or [[Sarkarverse:Proposed deletion]]. | ||
{{Anchor|r|R|rdr|RDR|redir|REDIR|rdrt|RDRT|rdrct|RDRCT}}{{Anchor|Redirect|REDIRECT|REDIRECTS}} | {{Anchor|r|R|rdr|RDR|redir|REDIR|rdrt|RDRT|rdrct|RDRCT}}{{Anchor|Redirect|REDIRECT|REDIRECTS}} | ||
=== [[ | === [[Sarkarverse:Redirect|Redirects]] === | ||
Note: <small>Not all numbers are included as [[ | Note: <small>Not all numbers are included as [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#Deprecated criteria|some criteria have been repealed]].</small> | ||
{{Anchor|R2|r2|rediruser|userfy}} | {{Anchor|R2|r2|rediruser|userfy}} | ||
==== R2. Cross-namespace redirects ==== | ==== R2. Cross-namespace redirects ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:R2}} | {{Shortcut|WP:R2}} | ||
Redirects, apart from [[ | Redirects, apart from [[Sarkarverse:Shortcut|shortcuts]], from the [[Sarkarverse:Main namespace|main namespace]] to any other namespace ''except'' the '''Category:''', '''Template:''', '''Sarkarverse:''', '''Help:''' and '''Portal:''' namespaces. | ||
: If the redirect was the result of a page move, consider waiting a day or two before deleting the redirect. See also [[ | : If the redirect was the result of a page move, consider waiting a day or two before deleting the redirect. See also [[Sarkarverse:Cross-namespace redirects]] and [[:Category:Cross-namespace redirects]]. | ||
:* {{Tl|Db-r2}}, {{Tl|Db-rediruser}} | :* {{Tl|Db-r2}}, {{Tl|Db-rediruser}} | ||
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{{Shortcut|WP:R3}} | {{Shortcut|WP:R3}} | ||
: Recently created redirects from '''implausible [[Typographical error|typos]] or [[ | : Recently created redirects from '''implausible [[Typographical error|typos]] or [[Sarkarverse:Naming conventions|misnomers]]'''. However, redirects from common misspellings or misnomers are generally useful, as are sometimes redirects in [[:Category:Redirects from alternative languages|other languages]]. This criterion does '''not''' apply to redirects created as a result of a [[Sarkarverse:Moving a page|page move]].<ref>Page moves are excluded due to a history of improper deletions of these redirects. A move creates a redirect to ensure that any external links that point to Sarkarverse remain valid. Should such links exist, deletion of these redirects will break them. Such redirects must be discussed at [[Sarkarverse:Redirects for discussion]] before deletion. However, redirects that were obviously made in error can be deleted as G6, housekeeping.</ref> It also does not apply to articles and stubs that have been converted into redirects, including [[Sarkarverse:Merging|redirects created by merges]],<ref>See [[Sarkarverse:Merge and delete]] for an explanation as to why redirects created by merges cannot be deleted in most cases.</ref> or to redirects ending with "(disambiguation)" that point to a disambiguation page. | ||
:* {{Tl|Db-r3}}, {{Tl|Db-redirtypo}}, {{Tl|Db-redirmisnomer}} | :* {{Tl|Db-r3}}, {{Tl|Db-redirtypo}}, {{Tl|Db-redirmisnomer}} | ||
For any [[ | For any [[Sarkarverse:redirects|redirects]], including [[Sarkarverse:Soft redirect|soft redirects]], that are not speedy deletion candidates, use [[Sarkarverse:Redirects for discussion]]. Redirect pages that have useful page history should never be speedy deleted. In some cases it may be possible to make a useful redirect by changing the target instead of deleting it. Redirects that do not work due to software limitations, such as redirects to special pages or to pages on other wikis, may be converted to [[Sarkarverse:soft redirect|soft redirect]]s if they have a non-trivial history or other valid uses. | ||
For reversal of redirects, use {{Tlx|Db-move}}, a special case of {{Tlx|Db-g6}}. | For reversal of redirects, use {{Tlx|Db-move}}, a special case of {{Tlx|Db-g6}}. | ||
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==== F1. Redundant ==== | ==== F1. Redundant ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:CSD#F1}} | {{Shortcut|WP:CSD#F1}} | ||
Unused duplicates or lower-quality/resolution copies of another | Unused duplicates or lower-quality/resolution copies of another Sarkarverse file having the same [[Sarkarverse:Image use policy#Format|file format]]. This excludes images in the Wikimedia Commons; {{lang|la|{{dabbr|cf|confer}}}} criterion [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#F8|F8]] here.<ref>This does not apply to images duplicated on Wikimedia Commons, because of [[Sarkarverse talk:Moving images to the Commons|license issues]]; instead see [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#F8|"Images available as identical copies on the Wikimedia Commons"]].</ref> | ||
* {{Tlp|Db-f1|''replacement file name.ext''}}, {{Tlp|Db-redundantfile| ''replacement file name.ext''}}, {{Tlp|Duplicate|''replacement file name.ext''}}, {{tlp|isd|''replacement file name.ext''}} | * {{Tlp|Db-f1|''replacement file name.ext''}}, {{Tlp|Db-redundantfile| ''replacement file name.ext''}}, {{Tlp|Duplicate|''replacement file name.ext''}}, {{tlp|isd|''replacement file name.ext''}} | ||
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==== F3. Improper license ==== | ==== F3. Improper license ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:F3}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F3}} | ||
<span class=plainlinks>Media licensed as "[[:Category:Non-commercial use only images|for non-commercial use only]]" ({{Oldid|2=76805338|3=including}} non-commercial [[Creative Commons licenses]]), "no derivative use", "for | <span class=plainlinks>Media licensed as "[[:Category:Non-commercial use only images|for non-commercial use only]]" ({{Oldid|2=76805338|3=including}} non-commercial [[Creative Commons licenses]]), "no derivative use", "for Sarkarverse use only" or "used with permission" [http://mail.wikimedia.org/pipermail/wikien-l/2005-May/023760.html may be] deleted, unless they comply with the limited standards for the use of [[Sarkarverse:Non-free content|non-free content]]. Files licensed under versions of the GFDL prior to 1.3, without allowing for later versions, may be deleted. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-f3}}, {{Tl|Db-noncom}} | * {{Tl|Db-f3}}, {{Tl|Db-noncom}} | ||
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==== F4. Lack of licensing information ==== | ==== F4. Lack of licensing information ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:F4}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F4}} | ||
Media files that lack the necessary licensing information to verify copyright status may be deleted after being [[:Category: | Media files that lack the necessary licensing information to verify copyright status may be deleted after being [[:Category:Sarkarverse files with unknown source|identified as]] [[:Category:Sarkarverse files with unknown copyright status|such]] for '''seven days''' if the information is not added. Administrators should check the upload summary, file information page, and the image itself for a source before deleting under this criterion. | ||
* {{tlsp|nsd}} (no source), {{tlsp|nld}} (no license), {{tlsp|nsdnld}} (neither source nor license) | * {{tlsp|nsd}} (no source), {{tlsp|nld}} (no license), {{tlsp|nsdnld}} (neither source nor license) | ||
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==== F5. Orphaned non-free use images ==== | ==== F5. Orphaned non-free use images ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:F5}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F5}} | ||
Images and other media that are not under a [[ | Images and other media that are not under a [[Sarkarverse:Image copyright tags/Free licenses|free license]] or in the [[Sarkarverse:public domain|public domain]], that are not used in any '''article''', may be deleted after being [[:Category:Orphaned non-free use Sarkarverse files|identified]] as such for more than '''seven days''', or immediately if the image's '''only''' use was on a deleted article and it is '''very unlikely''' to have any use on any other valid article. This includes previous revisions of the image. Reasonable exceptions may be made for images uploaded for an upcoming article. | ||
* {{Tlsp|Orfud}} | * {{Tlsp|Orfud}} | ||
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==== F6. Missing non-free use rationale ==== | ==== F6. Missing non-free use rationale ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:F6}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F6}} | ||
[[ | [[Sarkarverse:Non-free content|Non-free]] files claiming fair use but without a [[Sarkarverse:Fair use rationale guideline|use rationale]] may be deleted after being [[:Category:Sarkarverse files with no non-free use rationale|identified]] as such for '''seven days'''. The boilerplate [[Sarkarverse:Image copyright tags/All#Fair use|copyright tags setting out fair use criteria]] do not constitute a rationale. This criterion does not apply to situations where a use rationale is provided but is disputed. | ||
* {{Tlsp|Nrd}} | * {{Tlsp|Nrd}} | ||
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==== F7. Invalid fair-use claim ==== | ==== F7. Invalid fair-use claim ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:F7}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F7}} | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Non-free content|Non-free]] images or media with a clearly invalid fair-use tag (such as a {{Tlx|Non-free logo}} tag on a photograph of a mascot) may be deleted '''immediately'''. | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Non-free content|Non-free]] images or media from a commercial source (e.g., Associated Press, Getty), where the file itself is '''not''' the [[Sarkarverse:Non-free_content#Unacceptable_use|subject of sourced commentary]], are considered an invalid claim of fair use and fail the strict requirements of [[Sarkarverse:Non-free content criteria]]; and may be deleted '''immediately'''. | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Non-free content|Non-free]] images or media that have been [[:Category:Replaceable non-free use Sarkarverse files|identified]] as being replaceable by a free image and tagged with {{Tlx|Rfu|subst=yes}} may be deleted after '''two days''', if no justification is given for the claim of irreplaceability. If the replaceability is disputed, the nominator should not be the one deleting the image. | ||
* Invalid fair-use claims tagged with {{Tlx|Dfu|subst=yes}} may be deleted '''seven days''' after they are tagged, if a full and valid fair-use use rationale is not added. | * Invalid fair-use claims tagged with {{Tlx|Dfu|subst=yes}} may be deleted '''seven days''' after they are tagged, if a full and valid fair-use use rationale is not added. | ||
* {{Tl|Db-f7}}, {{Tl|Db-badfairuse}} (immediate F7 deletions); {{Tlsp|Rfu}} (replaceable with free image); {{Tlsp|Dfu}} (disputed fair use rationale) | * {{Tl|Db-f7}}, {{Tl|Db-badfairuse}} (immediate F7 deletions); {{Tlsp|Rfu}} (replaceable with free image); {{Tlsp|Dfu}} (disputed fair use rationale) | ||
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{{Shortcut|WP:F8}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F8}} | ||
Provided the following conditions are met: | Provided the following conditions are met: | ||
* The Commons version is in the same [[ | * The Commons version is in the same [[Sarkarverse:Image use policy#Format|file format]] and is of the same or higher quality/resolution. | ||
* The image's license and source status is beyond reasonable doubt, and the license is undoubtedly accepted at Commons. '''To avoid deletion at Commons, please ensure the Commons page description has all of the following:''' | * The image's license and source status is beyond reasonable doubt, and the license is undoubtedly accepted at Commons. '''To avoid deletion at Commons, please ensure the Commons page description has all of the following:''' | ||
** Name and date of death of the creator of the artistic work represented by the file, or else clear evidence that a free license was given. If anonymous, ensure the page description provides evidence that establishes the anonymous status. | ** Name and date of death of the creator of the artistic work represented by the file, or else clear evidence that a free license was given. If anonymous, ensure the page description provides evidence that establishes the anonymous status. | ||
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** If there is any information not relevant to any other project on the image description page (like {{Tlx|FeaturedPicture}}), the image description page must be undeleted after the file deletion. | ** If there is any information not relevant to any other project on the image description page (like {{Tlx|FeaturedPicture}}), the image description page must be undeleted after the file deletion. | ||
* If the image is available on Commons under a different name than locally, all local references to the image must be updated to point to the title used at Commons. | * If the image is available on Commons under a different name than locally, all local references to the image must be updated to point to the title used at Commons. | ||
* The image is not protected. '''DO NOT DELETE PROTECTED IMAGES''', even if there is an identical copy on Commons. They are usually locally uploaded and protected here since they are used in the interface or in some widely used high-risk template. Deleting the local copy of an image used in the interface '''does break things'''. [[ | * The image is not protected. '''DO NOT DELETE PROTECTED IMAGES''', even if there is an identical copy on Commons. They are usually locally uploaded and protected here since they are used in the interface or in some widely used high-risk template. Deleting the local copy of an image used in the interface '''does break things'''. [[Sarkarverse talk:Cascade-protected items#About high-risk images|More about high-risk images]]. | ||
* {{Tlx|C-uploaded}} images may be speedily deleted as soon as they are off the [[Main Page]]. | * {{Tlx|C-uploaded}} images may be speedily deleted as soon as they are off the [[Main Page]]. | ||
{{Tl|Db-f8}}, {{Tl|Now Commons}}, {{Tlp|Now Commons|File:''name of file on Commons.ext''}} | {{Tl|Db-f8}}, {{Tl|Now Commons}}, {{Tlp|Now Commons|File:''name of file on Commons.ext''}} | ||
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==== F9. Unambiguous copyright infringement ==== | ==== F9. Unambiguous copyright infringement ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:F9}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F9}} | ||
Obviously non-free images (or other media files) that are not claimed by the uploader to be fair use. A URL or other indication of where the image originated should be mentioned. This does not include images with a credible claim that the owner has released them under a | Obviously non-free images (or other media files) that are not claimed by the uploader to be fair use. A URL or other indication of where the image originated should be mentioned. This does not include images with a credible claim that the owner has released them under a Sarkarverse-compatible free license. Most images from stock photo libraries such as Getty Images or Corbis will not be released under such a license. Blatant infringements should be tagged with the {{Tlx|Db-filecopyvio}} template. Non-blatant copyright infringements should be discussed at [[Sarkarverse:Possibly unfree files]]. | ||
* {{Tlp|Db-f9|2=url=''URL of source''}}, {{Tlp|Db-filecopyvio|2=url=''URL of source''}} | * {{Tlp|Db-f9|2=url=''URL of source''}}, {{Tlp|Db-filecopyvio|2=url=''URL of source''}} | ||
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{{Shortcut|WP:F11}} | {{Shortcut|WP:F11}} | ||
If an '''uploader''' has specified a license and has named a third party as the source/copyright holder without providing evidence that this third party has in fact agreed, the item may be deleted '''seven days after notification''' of the uploader. Acceptable evidence of licensing normally consists of either a link to the source website where the license is stated, or a statement by the copyright holder e-mailed or forwarded to [mailto:permissions-en@wikimedia.org permissions-en@wikimedia.org]. Such a confirmation is also required if the source is an organization that the uploader claims to represent, or a web publication that the uploader claims to be their own. Instances of '''obvious''' copyright violations where the uploader would have no reasonable expectation of obtaining permission (e.g. major studio movie posters, television images, album covers, logos which are ''not'' [[Template:Pd-textlogo|simple enough to be public domain]], etc.) should be speedily deleted per [[ | If an '''uploader''' has specified a license and has named a third party as the source/copyright holder without providing evidence that this third party has in fact agreed, the item may be deleted '''seven days after notification''' of the uploader. Acceptable evidence of licensing normally consists of either a link to the source website where the license is stated, or a statement by the copyright holder e-mailed or forwarded to [mailto:permissions-en@wikimedia.org permissions-en@wikimedia.org]. Such a confirmation is also required if the source is an organization that the uploader claims to represent, or a web publication that the uploader claims to be their own. Instances of '''obvious''' copyright violations where the uploader would have no reasonable expectation of obtaining permission (e.g. major studio movie posters, television images, album covers, logos which are ''not'' [[Template:Pd-textlogo|simple enough to be public domain]], etc.) should be speedily deleted per [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#F9|reason F9]] (unambiguous copyright infringement), unless fair-use can be claimed. Files tagged with {{Tl|OTRS pending}} for more than 30 days may also be speedily deleted under this criterion. | ||
* {{Tlsp|Npd}} | * {{Tlsp|Npd}} | ||
For any images and other media that are not speedy deletion candidates, use the [[ | For any images and other media that are not speedy deletion candidates, use the [[Sarkarverse:Files for deletion]] process. | ||
{{Anchor|c|C|cat|CAT|category|Category|CATEGORY}} | {{Anchor|c|C|cat|CAT|category|Category|CATEGORY}} | ||
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<onlyinclude>==== {{Anchor|C1|c1|catempty}} C1. Unpopulated categories ==== | <onlyinclude>==== {{Anchor|C1|c1|catempty}} C1. Unpopulated categories ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:C1}} | {{Shortcut|WP:C1}} | ||
: That have been unpopulated for at least four days. This does not apply to [[:Category:Disambiguation categories|disambiguation categories]], [[:Category: | : That have been unpopulated for at least four days. This does not apply to [[:Category:Disambiguation categories|disambiguation categories]], [[:Category:Sarkarverse category redirects|category redirects]], [[:Category:Sarkarverse featured topics categories|featured topics categories]], categories under discussion at [[Sarkarverse:Categories for discussion]] (or other such [[Sarkarverse:deletion discussions|discussions]]), or project categories that by their nature may become empty on occasion (e.g. [[:Category:Sarkarversens looking for help]]). Place {{Tl|Empty category}} at the top of the page to prevent such categories from being deleted. | ||
:Tag category with <span style="background:#eee">{{Tl|Db-c1}}</span>. | :Tag category with <span style="background:#eee">{{Tl|Db-c1}}</span>. | ||
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;{{Anchor|C2A|c2a}}''A.'' Typographic and spelling fixes. | ;{{Anchor|C2A|c2a}}''A.'' Typographic and spelling fixes. | ||
:* Correction of spelling errors and [[ | :* Correction of spelling errors and [[Sarkarverse:Naming conventions (capitalization)|capitalization fixes]]. Differences between [[American and British English spelling differences|British and American spelling]] (e.g. ''Harbours → Harbors'') are '''not''' considered errors; however if the convention of the relevant category tree is to use one form over the other then a rename may be appropriate under [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#C2C|C2C]]. If both spellings exist as otherwise-identical category names, they should be merged. | ||
:* Appropriate conversion of hyphens into [[ | :* Appropriate conversion of hyphens into [[Sarkarverse:Manual of Style#En dashes|en dashes]] or [[Sarkarverse:Manual of Style#Hyphens|vice versa]] (e.g. ''Category:Canada-Russia relations → Category:Canada–Russia relations''). | ||
;{{Anchor|C2B|c2b}}''B.'' A rename enforcing established | ;{{Anchor|C2B|c2b}}''B.'' A rename enforcing established Sarkarverse naming conventions and practices. | ||
:* [[ | :* [[Sarkarverse:Category names#How to name the country|Expanding abbreviated country names]] (e.g. ''U.S. → United States''). | ||
:* [[ | :* [[Sarkarverse:Disambiguation|Disambiguation]] fixes from an unqualified name (e.g. ''Category:Washington → Category:Washington (state)'' or ''Category:Washington, D.C.''). | ||
;{{Anchor|C2C|c2c}}''C.'' A rename bringing a category into line with established naming conventions for that category tree, or into line with the various "''x by y''", "''x of y''", or "''x in y''" categorization conventions specified at [[ | ;{{Anchor|C2C|c2c}}''C.'' A rename bringing a category into line with established naming conventions for that category tree, or into line with the various "''x by y''", "''x of y''", or "''x in y''" categorization conventions specified at [[Sarkarverse:Category names]]. | ||
:* This should only be used where there is no room for doubt that the category in question is being used for the standard purpose instead of being a potential subcategory. | :* This should only be used where there is no room for doubt that the category in question is being used for the standard purpose instead of being a potential subcategory. | ||
:* This criterion should only be applied when there is no ambiguity or doubt over the existence of a category naming convention. Such a convention must be well defined and must be overwhelmingly used within the tree. If this is not the case then the category in question must be brought forward to a full Cfd nomination. | :* This criterion should only be applied when there is no ambiguity or doubt over the existence of a category naming convention. Such a convention must be well defined and must be overwhelmingly used within the tree. If this is not the case then the category in question must be brought forward to a full Cfd nomination. | ||
:* This criterion will not apply in cases where the category tree observes distinctions in local usage (e.g. ''[[:Category:Transportation in the United States]]'' and ''[[:Category:Transport in the United Kingdom]]''). | :* This criterion will not apply in cases where the category tree observes distinctions in local usage (e.g. ''[[:Category:Transportation in the United States]]'' and ''[[:Category:Transport in the United Kingdom]]''). | ||
;{{Anchor|C2D|c2d}}''D.'' A rename to facilitate concordance between a particular category's name and a related article's name. | ;{{Anchor|C2D|c2d}}''D.'' A rename to facilitate concordance between a particular category's name and a related article's name. | ||
:* Renaming a [[ | :* Renaming a [[Sarkarverse:Topic category|topic category]] to match its eponymous article (e.g. [[:Category:The Beatles]] and [[The Beatles]]). | ||
:* This applies '''''only''''' if the related article's current name (and by extension, the proposed name for the category) is unambiguous, and uncontroversial – either due to longstanding stability at that particular name or immediately following a page move discussion which had explicit consensus to rename. If the page names are controversial or ambiguous in any way, then this criterion does not apply. | :* This applies '''''only''''' if the related article's current name (and by extension, the proposed name for the category) is unambiguous, and uncontroversial – either due to longstanding stability at that particular name or immediately following a page move discussion which had explicit consensus to rename. If the page names are controversial or ambiguous in any way, then this criterion does not apply. | ||
:* This criterion also does not apply if there is any ongoing discussion about the name of the page or category, or if there has been a recent discussion concerning any of the pages which resulted in a '''no consensus''' result. | :* This criterion also does not apply if there is any ongoing discussion about the name of the page or category, or if there has been a recent discussion concerning any of the pages which resulted in a '''no consensus''' result. | ||
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:* The criterion does not apply if other editors have populated or changed the category since it was created. "Other editors" includes bots, but excludes an editor working with the author on the renaming. | :* The criterion does not apply if other editors have populated or changed the category since it was created. "Other editors" includes bots, but excludes an editor working with the author on the renaming. | ||
:For C2A to C2E, tag category with <span style="background:#eee">{{Tlsp|Cfr-speedy|''New name''}}</span> and list on [[ | :For C2A to C2E, tag category with <span style="background:#eee">{{Tlsp|Cfr-speedy|''New name''}}</span> and list on [[Sarkarverse:Categories for discussion/Speedy#Add requests for speedy renaming here|WP:CFDS]]. Administrators may implement C2E cases without delay. | ||
''For any categories that are not speedy candidates, use [[ | ''For any categories that are not speedy candidates, use [[Sarkarverse:Categories for discussion]].''</onlyinclude> | ||
{{Anchor|u|U|up|UP|user|User|USER|user page|User page|USERPAGE}}{{Anchor|userpage|Userpage|userpages|Userpages|USERPAGES}} | {{Anchor|u|U|up|UP|user|User|USER|user page|User page|USERPAGE}}{{Anchor|userpage|Userpage|userpages|Userpages|USERPAGES}} | ||
=== [[ | === [[Sarkarverse:User pages|User pages]] === | ||
Note: <small>Not all numbers are used as [[ | Note: <small>Not all numbers are used as [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#Deprecated criteria|some criteria have been repealed]].</small> | ||
{{Anchor|U1|u1|userreq}} | {{Anchor|U1|u1|userreq}} | ||
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{{Shortcut|WP:U1}} | {{Shortcut|WP:U1}} | ||
:Personal [[ | :Personal [[Sarkarverse:User page|user pages]] and [[Sarkarverse:Subpages|subpages]] (but ''not'' [[Sarkarverse:User page#Deleting your user talk pages|user talk pages]]) upon request by their user. In some rare cases there may be administrative need to retain the page. In exceptional cases user talk pages may be deleted via [[Sarkarverse:MFD|Miscellany for Deletion]] (see [[Sarkarverse:Right to vanish#How to leave|right to vanish]]); they are not eligible for speedy deletion under this criterion. '''Note:''' The template does not display on certain pages (such as [[Cascading Style Sheets|.css]] and [[JavaScript|.js]] pages), but its categorization will work. | ||
:* {{Tl|Db-u1}}, {{Tl|Db-userreq}} | :* {{Tl|Db-u1}}, {{Tl|Db-userreq}} | ||
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==== U2. Nonexistent user ==== | ==== U2. Nonexistent user ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:U2}} | {{Shortcut|WP:U2}} | ||
{{redirect|WP:U2|WikiProject U2| | {{redirect|WP:U2|WikiProject U2|Sarkarverse:WikiProject U2}} | ||
:User pages of users that do not exist (check [[Special:Listusers]]), except userpages for anonymous users who have edited, redirects from misspellings of an established user's userpage, and for the previous name of a recently renamed user (which should normally be left as a redirect to the new name for a reasonable time). | :User pages of users that do not exist (check [[Special:Listusers]]), except userpages for anonymous users who have edited, redirects from misspellings of an established user's userpage, and for the previous name of a recently renamed user (which should normally be left as a redirect to the new name for a reasonable time). | ||
:* {{Tl|Db-u2}}, {{Tl|Db-nouser}} | :* {{Tl|Db-u2}}, {{Tl|Db-nouser}} | ||
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{{Shortcut|WP:U3}} | {{Shortcut|WP:U3}} | ||
:[[ | :[[Sarkarverse:Picture tutorial#Galleries|Galleries]] in the userspace that consist mostly or entirely of [[Sarkarverse:Non-free content|"fair use" or non-free images]]. Sarkarverse's non-free content policy prohibits the use of non-free content in userspace, even content that the user has uploaded; use of content in the public domain or under a free license is acceptable. | ||
:* {{Tl|Db-u3}}, {{Tl|Db-gallery}} | :* {{Tl|Db-u3}}, {{Tl|Db-gallery}} | ||
{{Anchor|U5|u5|NOTWEBHOST|notwebhost}} | {{Anchor|U5|u5|NOTWEBHOST|notwebhost}} | ||
==== U5. Blatant misuse of | ==== U5. Blatant misuse of Sarkarverse as a web host ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:U5}} | {{Shortcut|WP:U5}} | ||
:Pages in userspace consisting of [[WP:NOTWEBHOST|writings, information, discussions, and/or activities not closely related to | :Pages in userspace consisting of [[WP:NOTWEBHOST|writings, information, discussions, and/or activities not closely related to Sarkarverse's goals]], where the owner has made few or no edits outside of userspace, with the exception of plausible drafts, pages adhering to [[Sarkarverse:User pages#What may I have in my user pages?]], and résumé-style pages. | ||
:* {{Tl|Db-u5}}, {{Tl|Db-notwebhost}} | :* {{Tl|Db-u5}}, {{Tl|Db-notwebhost}} | ||
For any [[ | For any [[Sarkarverse:user page|user page]]s that are not speedy deletion candidates, use [[Sarkarverse:Miscellany for deletion]]. | ||
{{Anchor|t|T|tem|TEM|temp|TEMP|templ|TEMPL|tmplt|TMPLT}}{{Anchor|tmpt|TMPT|template|Template|TEMPLATE}} | {{Anchor|t|T|tem|TEM|temp|TEMP|templ|TEMPL|tmplt|TMPLT}}{{Anchor|tmpt|TMPT|template|Template|TEMPLATE}} | ||
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Notes: | Notes: | ||
* <small>Not all numbers are included as [[ | * <small>Not all numbers are included as [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#Deprecated criteria|some criteria have been repealed]].</small> | ||
* <small>When nominating, place any of the speedy deletion tags noted here inside <code><nowiki><noinclude>…</noinclude></nowiki></code> tags.</small> | * <small>When nominating, place any of the speedy deletion tags noted here inside <code><nowiki><noinclude>…</noinclude></nowiki></code> tags.</small> | ||
{{Anchor|T2|t2|misrepresent}} | {{Anchor|T2|t2|misrepresent}} | ||
==== T2. Misrepresentation of [[ | ==== T2. Misrepresentation of [[Sarkarverse:Policies and guidelines|policy]] ==== | ||
{{Shortcut|WP:T2}} | {{Shortcut|WP:T2}} | ||
:Templates that are '''unambiguous misrepresentations of established policy''', e.g. [[ | :Templates that are '''unambiguous misrepresentations of established policy''', e.g. [[Sarkarverse:No disclaimers in articles|disclaimer templates]] intended to be used in articles and speedy deletion templates for issues other than speedy deletion criteria. | ||
:* <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tl|Db-t2}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki>, <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tl|Db-policy}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki> | :* <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tl|Db-t2}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki>, <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tl|Db-policy}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki> | ||
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:* <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tlp|Db-t3|<nowiki>~~~~~</nowiki> {{!}} ''Other template''}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki>, <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tlp|Db-duplicatetemplate|<nowiki>~~~~~</nowiki> {{!}} ''Other template''}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki> | :* <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tlp|Db-t3|<nowiki>~~~~~</nowiki> {{!}} ''Other template''}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki>, <nowiki><noinclude></nowiki>{{Tlp|Db-duplicatetemplate|<nowiki>~~~~~</nowiki> {{!}} ''Other template''}}<nowiki></noinclude></nowiki> | ||
For any [[ | For any [[Sarkarverse:Template messages|templates]] that are not speedy deletion candidates, use [[Sarkarverse:Templates for discussion]]. | ||
{{Anchor|por|POR|port|PORT|portal|Portal|PORTAL|prtl}}{{Anchor|PRTL}} | {{Anchor|por|POR|port|PORT|portal|Portal|PORTAL|prtl}}{{Anchor|PRTL}} | ||
=== [[ | === [[Sarkarverse:Portal|Portals]] === | ||
{{Anchor|P1|p1}} | {{Anchor|P1|p1}} | ||
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:* {{Tl|Db-p2}}, {{Tl|Db-emptyportal}} | :* {{Tl|Db-p2}}, {{Tl|Db-emptyportal}} | ||
For any [[ | For any [[Sarkarverse:Portal|portals]] that are not speedy deletion candidates, use [[Sarkarverse:Miscellany for deletion]]. | ||
{{Anchor|n|N|nc|NC|non|NON|noncrit|NONCRIT|noncriteria|NONCRITERIA}}{{Anchor|Noncriteria}} | {{Anchor|n|N|nc|NC|non|NON|noncrit|NONCRIT|noncriteria|NONCRITERIA}}{{Anchor|Noncriteria}} | ||
== Non-criteria == | == Non-criteria == | ||
{{ | {{Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Common requests}} | ||
The following are not ''by themselves'' sufficient to justify speedy deletion. | The following are not ''by themselves'' sufficient to justify speedy deletion. | ||
# '''Reasons based on [[ | # '''Reasons based on [[Sarkarverse:What Sarkarverse is not]]'''. Sarkarverse is not: "a dictionary", "an indiscriminate collection of information", "a crystal ball", "a how-to list", ''etc.'' | ||
# '''[[ | # '''[[Sarkarverse:HOAX|Hoaxes]]'''. If even remotely plausible, a suspected hoax article should be subjected to further scrutiny in a wider forum. Truth is often stranger than fiction. Note that "blatant and obvious hoaxes and misinformation" are subject to speedy deletion as [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G3|vandalism]]. | ||
# '''Original research'''. It is not always easy to tell whether an article consists of material that violates [[ | # '''Original research'''. It is not always easy to tell whether an article consists of material that violates [[Sarkarverse:No original research|the policy against novel theories or interpretations]] or is simply unsourced. | ||
# '''[[Neologism]]s''' that do not meet [[ | # '''[[Neologism]]s''' that do not meet [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A11|A11]]. New specialized terms should have a wider hearing. | ||
# '''Notability'''. Articles that seem to have obviously non-notable subjects are eligible for speedy deletion only if the article does not give a credible indication of why the subject might be important or significant. | # '''Notability'''. Articles that seem to have obviously non-notable subjects are eligible for speedy deletion only if the article does not give a credible indication of why the subject might be important or significant. | ||
# '''Failure to assert importance but not an [[ | # '''Failure to assert importance but not an [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A7|A7]], [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A9|A9]] or [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A11|A11]] category'''. There is no consensus to speedily delete articles of types not specifically listed in A7, A9 or A11 under those criteria. | ||
# '''Author deletion requests made in bad faith'''. Author deletion requests made in bad faith, out of frustration, or in an attempt to [[ | # '''Author deletion requests made in bad faith'''. Author deletion requests made in bad faith, out of frustration, or in an attempt to [[Sarkarverse:Revocation of our licensing is not permitted|revoke their freely-licensed contributions]] are not granted. However, anyone may request deletion of pages in their userspace. | ||
# '''Author deletion requests after others have contributed substantially'''. If other editors have substantially edited an article (i.e. more than just minor corrections or maintenance tagging), the original author may not request deletion under G7 because the work of others is involved. | # '''Author deletion requests after others have contributed substantially'''. If other editors have substantially edited an article (i.e. more than just minor corrections or maintenance tagging), the original author may not request deletion under G7 because the work of others is involved. | ||
# '''Very short articles'''. Short articles with sufficient content and context to qualify as [[ | # '''Very short articles'''. Short articles with sufficient content and context to qualify as [[Sarkarverse:STUB|stubs]] may not be speedily deleted under criteria [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A1|A1]] and [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A3|A3]]; other criteria may still apply. | ||
# '''Copies that are not copyright violations'''. If content appears both here and somewhere else (possibly in modified form), consider the possibility that | # '''Copies that are not copyright violations'''. If content appears both here and somewhere else (possibly in modified form), consider the possibility that Sarkarverse's is the original version and the other site copied from us. Alternatively, the same author may have written both versions, or the original may be free content. | ||
# '''PNG / GIF files replaced by JPEG images'''. JPEG encoding discards information that may be important later. Do not delete the original PNG / GIF files. | # '''PNG / GIF files replaced by JPEG images'''. JPEG encoding discards information that may be important later. Do not delete the original PNG / GIF files. | ||
# '''Questionable material that is not vandalism'''. Earnest efforts are never vandalism, so to [[ | # '''Questionable material that is not vandalism'''. Earnest efforts are never vandalism, so to [[Sarkarverse:assume good faith|assume good faith]], do not delete as vandalism unless reasonably certain. | ||
# '''User and user talk pages of IP addresses'''. Although users are encouraged to create | # '''User and user talk pages of IP addresses'''. Although users are encouraged to create Sarkarverse accounts, unregistered users are still allowed to edit Sarkarverse, and are identified by their IP addresses. If an unregistered user has a static IP address, it may have a user page and/or user talk page associated with it, and even for non-static IP addresses, the history can contain important discussions or information which may be of interest. | ||
# '''Reasons based on essays'''. [[ | # '''Reasons based on essays'''. [[Sarkarverse:Listcruft]], [[Sarkarverse:Obscure topics]], [[Sarkarverse:Deny recognition]] etc. are not valid reasons for speedy deletion. | ||
# '''A file that isn't a sound, video, or image file'''. To be deleted under [[ | # '''A file that isn't a sound, video, or image file'''. To be deleted under [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#F10|F10]], a file must have no encyclopedic value and not be used in any articles. Files that are in use or might have encyclopedic value, even if not sound, video, or image, should not be deleted without wider discussion. | ||
#'''An article written in a foreign language or script'''. An article should not be speedily deleted just because it is not written in English. Instead it should be tagged with {{Tl|Not English}} and listed at [[ | #'''An article written in a foreign language or script'''. An article should not be speedily deleted just because it is not written in English. Instead it should be tagged with {{Tl|Not English}} and listed at [[Sarkarverse:Pages needing translation into English]]. It may be reconsidered after translation whether the article merits deletion, retention or improvement by means of a suitable tag. | ||
{{Anchor|proc|PROC|pa|PA|pfa|PFA|admin|ADMIN}}{{Anchor|sysop|SYSOP|procedure|Procedure|PROCEDURE|administrator|Administrator|ADMINISTRATOR|administrators|Administrators}}{{Anchor|ADMINISTRATORS}} | {{Anchor|proc|PROC|pa|PA|pfa|PFA|admin|ADMIN}}{{Anchor|sysop|SYSOP|procedure|Procedure|PROCEDURE|administrator|Administrator|ADMINISTRATOR|administrators|Administrators}}{{Anchor|ADMINISTRATORS}} | ||
== Procedure for administrators == | == Procedure for administrators == | ||
{{See also| | {{See also|Sarkarverse:Deletion process}} | ||
Make sure to specify the reason for deletion in the deletion summary. Also, in general the article's creator and major contributors should have been notified. | Make sure to specify the reason for deletion in the deletion summary. Also, in general the article's creator and major contributors should have been notified. | ||
Before deleting a page, check the [[ | Before deleting a page, check the [[Sarkarverse:Page history|page history]] to assess whether it would instead be possible to [[Help:Reverting|revert]] and salvage a previous version, or there was actually a [[Sarkarverse:How to fix cut and paste moves|cut-and-paste move]] involved. Also: | ||
* The initial [[Help:Edit summary|edit summary]] may have information about the source of or reason for the page. | * The initial [[Help:Edit summary|edit summary]] may have information about the source of or reason for the page. | ||
* The [[Help:Talk page|talk page]] may refer to previous deletion discussions or have ongoing discussion relevant to including the page. | * The [[Help:Talk page|talk page]] may refer to previous deletion discussions or have ongoing discussion relevant to including the page. | ||
* The [[Help:Log|page log]] may have information about previous deletions that could warrant [[ | * The [[Help:Log|page log]] may have information about previous deletions that could warrant [[Sarkarverse:SALT|SALT]]ing the page or keeping it on good reason. | ||
* ''[[Special:WhatLinksHere|What links here]]'' may show that the page is an oft-referred part of the encyclopedia, or may show other similar pages that warrant deletion. For pages that should not be re-created, incoming links in other pages (except in discussions, archives and tracking pages) should be removed. | * ''[[Special:WhatLinksHere|What links here]]'' may show that the page is an oft-referred part of the encyclopedia, or may show other similar pages that warrant deletion. For pages that should not be re-created, incoming links in other pages (except in discussions, archives and tracking pages) should be removed. | ||
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These criteria were used in the past but are no longer valid criteria. Most were merged into broader criteria. Only two have been entirely repealed, and neither had consensus before it was enacted. | These criteria were used in the past but are no longer valid criteria. Most were merged into broader criteria. Only two have been entirely repealed, and neither had consensus before it was enacted. | ||
* ''A4. Attempts to correspond with the person or group named by its title'' | * ''A4. Attempts to correspond with the person or group named by its title'' | ||
*: Merged with and later superseded by [[ | *: Merged with and later superseded by [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#A3|"No content"]] (A3) in November 2005<ref>[//en.Sarkarverse.org/w/index.php?title=Sarkarverse:Criteria_for_speedy_deletion&diff=29215127&oldid=29213506 Diff of change]</ref> as part of a [[Sarkarverse:BOLD|bold rewrite]] that was made to simplify the CSD criterion (''[[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 6#Deprecate CSD|archived discussion 1]], [[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 6#Rewrite|discussion 2]], [[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 6#Changing policy requires consensus|discussion 3]]''). | ||
* {{Anchor|A6|a6}} ''A6. Attack articles'' | * {{Anchor|A6|a6}} ''A6. Attack articles'' | ||
*: Superseded by [[ | *: Superseded by [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G10|"Attack pages"]] (G10) in March 2006 ''([[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 8#Proposed CSD G10 - Attack pages|discussion]])''. | ||
* {{Anchor|A8|a8}} ''A8. Blatant copyright infringement articles'' | * {{Anchor|A8|a8}} ''A8. Blatant copyright infringement articles'' | ||
*: Superseded by [[ | *: Superseded by [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G12|"Unambiguous copyright infringement"]] (G12) in October 2006 ''([[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 13#Turning A8 into a general criteria|unopposed proposal]])''. | ||
* {{Anchor|R1|r1}} ''R1. Redirects to non-existent pages'' | * {{Anchor|R1|r1}} ''R1. Redirects to non-existent pages'' | ||
*: Merged into [[ | *: Merged into [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G8|"Pages dependent on a non-existent or deleted page"]] (G8) in September 2008 (''[[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 31#Does the deletion of a documentation page for a deleted template fall under G6?|discussion]]''). | ||
* {{Anchor|C3|c3}} ''C3. Categories solely populated from a template'' | * {{Anchor|C3|c3}} ''C3. Categories solely populated from a template'' | ||
*: Merged into [[ | *: Merged into [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G8|"Pages dependent on a non-existent or deleted page"]] (G8) in October 2008 (''[[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 31#Merge C3 into G8?|discussion]]''). | ||
* {{Anchor|T1|t1|disparage}} ''T1. Divisive and inflammatory templates'' | * {{Anchor|T1|t1|disparage}} ''T1. Divisive and inflammatory templates'' | ||
*: Enacted by [[Jimmy Wales]] without consensus during the [[ | *: Enacted by [[Jimmy Wales]] without consensus during the [[Sarkarverse:T1 and T2 debates|userbox wars]]. Was repealed in February 2009 (''[[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 33#Removal of T1 redux|discussion]]''). Instead, [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion#G10|"attack pages"]] (G10) may be applicable in some cases. Otherwise, use [[Sarkarverse:Templates for discussion]]. | ||
* {{Anchor|U4|u4|oldip}} ''U4. Old IP address talk pages that meet specific criteria'' | * {{Anchor|U4|u4|oldip}} ''U4. Old IP address talk pages that meet specific criteria'' | ||
*: Never enacted as policy anywhere, but was done nonetheless. Was repealed in March 2009 ([[ | *: Never enacted as policy anywhere, but was done nonetheless. Was repealed in March 2009 ([[Sarkarverse talk:Criteria for speedy deletion/Archive 33#Problems with the the proposed U4|''discussion'']]) | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
{{Div col}} | {{Div col}} | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Articles for deletion/Common outcomes|AfD Common outcomes]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Archived delete debates|Archived delete debates]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Alternative outlets|Alternative outlets]] | ||
* [[:Category:Candidates for speedy deletion]] | * [[:Category:Candidates for speedy deletion]] | ||
* [[:Category:CSD warning templates]] | * [[:Category:CSD warning templates]] | ||
* [[:Category:Speedy deletion]] | * [[:Category:Speedy deletion]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion/Deletion templates]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion/Explanations]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Criteria for speedy deletion/Overturned speedy deletions]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Deletion guidelines for administrators|Sarkarverse:Deletion guidelines for administrators]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Deletion of newly created pages]] and {{tl|newpage}} | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:No blank pages]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Proposed deletion]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Undeletion policy|Undeletion policy]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:Template messages/User talk namespace]] (grid of warning messages) | ||
* [[ | * [[Sarkarverse:What to do if your article gets CSD tagged]] | ||
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[[Category: | [[Category:Sarkarverse deletion policies]] | ||