> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://market-launchpad-com.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://market-launchpad-com.gitbook.io/docs/explore/places-and-sources.md).

# Places, sources and verification

Several different kinds of evidence appear in Market. Understanding them helps you avoid attributing a story, token or fee share to the wrong person or place.

| What you see              | What it establishes                                     | What still needs checking                              |
| ------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------ |
| A news article            | A source reported a story                               | Accuracy, date, current activity and exact branch      |
| An exact map listing      | A particular physical location is identified            | Who controls or owns the business                      |
| An accepted catalog place | The submitted place and source passed review            | Business consent, token status and financial rights    |
| A business nomination     | Someone proposed that business                          | Whether its operator participates                      |
| A verified representative | The person has demonstrated authority for that business | Whether ownership was separately verified              |
| A finalized token launch  | The recorded token creation succeeded                   | Its risks, current liquidity and business relationship |

## Why the exact branch matters

Businesses can share names. Chains have multiple branches. A city-level search result can point to the wrong location. Use the business name, city, street address and exact listing together.

A map search, approximate pin or familiar name is not enough for a branch-specific claim. If the location is ambiguous, resolve it before submitting a discovery or preparing a launch.

## Current activity matters

A report can describe a closed shop, relocation, historical address or planned reopening. Preserve that context. A closed or uncertain venue should not be presented as a current eligible business merely because its story is compelling.

## Respect the people in the story

Describe the relationship honestly. Identify creator-written stories as such. Use images and branding you are permitted to use, and avoid presenting a nomination as an endorsement from the business.

If a source or place is wrong, make a specific correction with supporting evidence. A useful accepted correction can count toward Citizen progress under the published rules.

**Next:** [Verify your business relationship](https://market-launchpad-com.gitbook.io/docs/business/verifying-your-business) · [Contributions](https://market-launchpad-com.gitbook.io/docs/citizens/missions-and-contributions)