Internet culture
Misinformation
False or misleading information shared without an intention to deceive.
In everyday use
Someone forwards an outdated warning believing it is current.
What to keep in mind
A claim can be wrong without its sharer deliberately lying. Check evidence and context.
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Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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