Scope and method
How tracked content enters the product
Read how TopicFollow defines topics, events, reports, and sources, and what the product does not claim to cover.
Open scope & methodAbout
Instead of acting like a generic stream of headlines, TopicFollow groups reporting into topics, events, and source views so you can see what changed, why it matters, and how reporting differs across outlets.
Product
What TopicFollow is for
TopicFollow is designed for following ongoing topics over time. It helps readers move from isolated reports to a clearer view of how an issue is evolving across events, sources, and time.
The product is structured around understanding change: what happened, what is new, and which parts of the topic different outlets are emphasizing.
Structure
How reporting is organized
- Topics collect the ongoing topic and give readers a stable place to follow developments over time.
- Events capture key moments inside a topic so readers can understand how the topic is progressing.
- Source views show which outlets are shaping the topic and where their framing overlaps or diverges.
Content
How content is presented
TopicFollow focuses on organizing and presenting tracked reporting clearly. It is designed to surface structure, not to overwhelm readers with undifferentiated article lists.
When reporting is limited or temporarily unavailable, the product is intended to show those limits clearly instead of implying a fuller picture than is actually available.
Why this is trustworthy
Why readers can trust what they are looking at
- The product keeps source identity visible instead of flattening every outlet into one anonymous stream.
- Topic pages are built around timelines and key updates so readers can see what changed, not just what was published.
- When the tracked dataset is thin, delayed, or incomplete, TopicFollow is designed to show those limits directly.
Operations
Availability and service health
- The service may update, reprocess, or temporarily limit some views as tracked content changes or source activity shifts.
- When the available reporting changes or updates are delayed, the product should explain that clearly in the interface rather than leaving readers to guess.
- Operational visibility comes first: the service should make availability and current limits easier to understand, not harder.
Email updates
How product update email is handled
TopicFollow treats product update email as an optional subscription rather than a default marketing channel. Required account email is managed separately from product updates.
The launch version is operated by the TopicFollow service and exposes email preference management through account settings.