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Your submission at Articles for creation: Cyber privacy (August 11)

Your recent article submission to Articles for Creation has been reviewed. Unfortunately, it has not been accepted at this time. The reason left by CanonNi was:

Neologisms are not considered suitable for Wikipedia unless they receive substantial use and press coverage; this requires strong evidence in independent, reliable, published sources. Links to sites specifically intended to promote the neologism itself do not establish its notability.

The comment the reviewer left was:

All sources are about components of 'cyber privacy', not the term itself.

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'''[[User:CanonNi]]''' (talk • contribs) 10:34, 11 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Hello, Professorincryptography! Having an article draft declined at Articles for Creation can be disappointing. If you are wondering why your article submission was declined, please post a question at the Articles for creation help desk. If you have any other questions about your editing experience, we'd love to help you at the Teahouse, a friendly space on Wikipedia where experienced editors lend a hand to help new editors like yourself! See you there! '''[[User:CanonNi]]''' (talk • contribs) 10:34, 11 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]

August 2024

Hello Professorincryptography. The nature of your edits, such as the one you made to Draft:Cyber privacy, gives the impression you have an undisclosed financial stake in promoting a topic, but you have not complied with Wikipedia's mandatory paid editing disclosure requirements. Paid advocacy is a category of conflict of interest (COI) editing that involves being employed (or being compensated in any way) by a person, group, company or organization to promote their interests. Paid advocacy on Wikipedia must be disclosed even if you have not specifically been asked to edit Wikipedia. Undisclosed paid advocacy is prohibited by our policies on neutral point of view and what Wikipedia is not, and is an especially serious type of COI; the Wikimedia Foundation regards it as a "black hat" practice akin to black-hat search-engine optimization.

Paid advocates are strongly discouraged from direct article editing, and should instead propose changes on the talk page of the article in question if an article exists. If the article does not exist, paid advocates are strongly discouraged from attempting to write an article at all. At best, any proposed article creation should be submitted through the articles for creation process, rather than directly.

Regardless, if you are receiving or expect to receive compensation for your edits, broadly construed, you are required by the Wikimedia Terms of Use to disclose your employer, client and affiliation. You can post such a mandatory disclosure to your user page at User:Professorincryptography. The template {{Paid}} can be used for this purpose – e.g. in the form: {{paid|user=Professorincryptography|employer=InsertName|client=InsertName}}. If I am mistaken – you are not being directly or indirectly compensated for your edits – please state that in response to this message. Otherwise, please provide the required disclosure. In either case, do not edit further until you answer this message. '''[[User:CanonNi]]''' (talk • contribs) 10:35, 11 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Hello User:CanonNi,

Thank you for your message and for reviewing my edits. I would like to clarify that my contributions to the "Cyber Privacy" article stem from my academic background and genuine passion for the subject. I am not receiving any compensation for these edits, nor do I have any financial interests in promoting this topic. My goal is to enhance understanding and awareness of cyber privacy, a concept that is increasingly important as digital technologies evolve.

I apologize for the rough initial draft I submitted. I had initially believed that the review and publication process might take up to three months, during which I planned to refine the article significantly. I appreciate the feedback I received, especially the suggestion to focus more on the components of 'cyber privacy' rather than the term itself. This has guided my revisions, ensuring the article more accurately reflects the historical and conceptual significance of the topic.

As I continue revising the article, I am incorporating a diverse range of references, including academic articles, reputable press sources, books, and credible websites from both business entities and government organizations. My aim is to present a well-rounded and scholarly perspective on the topic. If any sources I’ve used are deemed inappropriate, I will gladly adjust them to align with Wikipedia's guidelines.

Writing this article is a way for me to push my limits as a scientific writer. While I am more comfortable with academic writing than with blogging or journalism, I see this as an opportunity to challenge myself and contribute to a topic I care deeply about. I sincerely appreciate the Wikipedia community for providing a platform for this endeavor.

Regarding the classification of 'cyber privacy' as a neologism, I would like to respectfully clarify that the term has been in use since the late 1990s and is recognized in expanding circles, as evidenced by its presence in various reputable sources over the years. My ongoing research aims to document the historical usage of the term, demonstrating its longstanding presence in discussions about digital privacy. While I understand why the initial version of the article was not accepted, as it did not fully explore the term's significance, I am now working carefully to ensure that the article better reflects its established usage and importance. I am committed to adhering to Wikipedia's guidelines on neologisms and improving the article accordingly.

Thank you again for your understanding and valuable feedback. I look forward to continuing to improve the article in line with Wikipedia's standards.

Best regards,

User:Professorincryptography Professorincryptography (talk) 21:40, 13 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Hello again User:CanonNi,

Thank you again for your thoughtful consideration of my contributions. I would like to add some clarification regarding my bio and the potential for any perceived conflict of interest.

Before publishing the "Cyber Privacy" article, I updated my Wikipedia bio to reflect my professional background as a cryptography and cybersecurity expert, professor, and scientist. I carefully considered whether this background might create a conflict of interest. I judged that my edits did not escalate to that level, as my primary motivation was to provide well-researched, accurate information for the public. For this reason, I did not include the paid editing disclosure mark.

I fully understand the need for transparency and adhere to Wikipedia’s guidelines. My edits are made with the intent of contributing valuable knowledge to the community, rooted in my academic and professional expertise. However, I acknowledge that if the phrase "financial interests in promoting this topic" is interpreted broadly, one could argue that my work in improving articles related to cybersecurity, digital privacy and, consequently cyber privacy might indirectly benefit my professional standing. For example, as these topics gain more visibility, there could be increased interest in the field, potentially leading to more opportunities for professionals like myself. That said, my primary goal remains to enhance public understanding of these important issues.

While I recognize the potential for indirect benefits, I want to underscore that the analysis and research I am contributing are deeply rooted in my expertise. I’m not sure that someone without specialized knowledge could write the kind of in-depth analysis that this article requires.

Ultimately, my goal is to contribute to Wikipedia in a way that aligns with its values of accuracy, neutrality, and transparency. I appreciate your support and am committed to working with you and the community to ensure that my contributions meet Wikipedia’s standards.

Thank you once again for your guidance and understanding.

Best regards,

User:Professorincryptography Professorincryptography (talk) 22:13, 13 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]