Wookieepedia:What Wookieepedia is not
This page aims to address typical misunderstandings regarding Wookieepedia, clarifying its operational framework.
What Wookieepedia Differs From
Wookieepedia: An Unofficial Resource
Wookieepedia lacks any official connection to or endorsement from Lucasfilm Ltd. or The Walt Disney Company, the entities holding the rights to the Star Wars franchise. Instead, it operates as a volunteer-driven, online encyclopedia dedicated to Star Wars. The content presented here lacks official sanction and should not be considered definitive. Articles may be unfinished, contain errors, or lack the latest updates regarding Star Wars canon. Therefore, readers should not treat our articles as the ultimate authority. While our goal is to provide the most comprehensive and precise online Star Wars resource possible, we cannot match the authority of the original sources.
Wookieepedia: Collective Ownership
The wiki's ownership is vested in the entire community, with the website hosted on the Fandom platform and owned by Fandom, Inc.. Consult the Copyrights page and Fandom's Licensing page for detailed information.
Wookieepedia: Part of a Larger System
Wookieepedia collaborates with Fandom staff to enhance the site. All Wookieepedia contributors must adhere to Wookieepedia policies, respect community consensus, and comply with Fandom policies, including the Fandom Terms of Use. This does not change the responsibilities of Fandom staff who also hold elected positions on Wookieepedia, as all users must observe both local site and Fandom policies.
Wookieepedia: Distinct from Wikipedia
Our practices, guidelines, and article standards diverge significantly from those of Wikipedia; refer to Wookieepedia:Policies for further details. Unlike Wikipedia, which forbids articles on "minor" Star Wars topics like Denuhi-Eight or Myomaran, we permit such articles, in accordance with our Notability policy. In general, Wookieepedia welcomes any article discussing a canonical character, location, or object within the Star Wars galaxy.
Wookieepedia: Not a Repository for Fan Fiction
Wookieepedia exclusively hosts official Star Wars content. Any material identified as fan fiction ("fanon") will be removed, as will speculation and improperly attributed information. The Star Wars Fanon Wiki, another Fandom platform wiki, is dedicated to fan-created content. Although it is also a part of the Fandom platform, it is a separate community with its own policies and practices. Rare exceptions, such as the Book of Imperial Shuttle Plans: Cygnus Spaceworks, are governed by the Notability of fan projects policy and are limited to discussing the relevant fan project's impact on Star Wars canon and fanbase—documenting individual elements in fan fiction is not the purpose of Wookieepedia.
Wookieepedia: Not an Arena for Disputes
Refrain from disrupting Wookieepedia to push a particular viewpoint. This platform is not intended for debates about personal opinions on Star Wars media, social issues, or political matters. Maintain civility and respect at all times and avoid personal attacks.
Wookieepedia: Not a Free Web Hosting Service
Remember that your user page is intended to provide information about yourself and to aid in organizing your contributions to Wookieepedia. While personalizing your user page is encouraged, it should not overshadow your contributions to the wiki itself. Refer to the User page and profile policy for more information.