DNPA Code of Ethics for rankllms.com

Our Commitment to Ethical Practices

At rankllms.com, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and fairness in the information we present. While our primary focus is on the evaluation and ranking of Large Language Models (LLMs), we recognize the importance of responsible information dissemination. As such, we voluntarily align our practices with the spirit and core principles of the Code of Ethics established by the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) of India.

The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) is an organization of India’s leading digital news publishers, dedicated to promoting quality journalism and credible information in the digital space. This Code of Ethics outlines the standards and practices for responsible digital publishing.

Core Principles We Adhere To:

1. Accuracy, Objectivity, and Fairness:
   • We strive to ensure that all information, data, and evaluations presented on rankllms.com are accurate, thoroughly verified, and based on objective criteria.
   • We are committed to presenting our rankings and analyses in a fair and unbiased manner.
   • Should any inaccuracies be identified, we will promptly correct them and ensure transparency with our users.
2. Transparency:
   • We believe in being transparent about our methodologies for ranking and evaluating LLMs. Where possible and appropriate, we will provide clarity on the benchmarks and processes used.
   • Any sponsored content or partnerships that could influence the presentation of information will be clearly disclosed.
3. Respect for Intellectual Property:
   • We respect the intellectual property rights of others.
   • Content, data, or materials sourced from third parties will be appropriately attributed, and we will seek necessary permissions where required.
4. No Misleading Information or Sensationalism:
   • We will avoid publishing information that is intentionally misleading or distorted.
   • Our aim is to provide factual and sober analysis, avoiding sensationalism or clickbait in the presentation of our findings.
5. Right of Reply and Corrections:
   • We acknowledge the importance of providing an opportunity for entities (e.g., LLM developers) to respond to information presented about them on our platform if they believe it to be inaccurate or misleading.
   • If an error or significant inaccuracy is brought to our attention and verified, we will take appropriate steps to correct the information. This may include editing, updating, or, if necessary, removing the content in question.
6. Compliance with Laws:
   • We are committed to operating in compliance with all applicable laws of India, including those related to information technology, data privacy, and intellectual property.
7. Respect for Privacy:
   • While our focus is on models and technology, we respect the privacy of individuals. We will handle any personal data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and our own privacy policy.
8. No Hate Speech or Discrimination:
   • We will not publish content that promotes hate speech, incites violence, or discriminates against any individual or group based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or any other protected characteristic.
9. Editorial Independence (in the context of evaluations):
   • Our evaluations and rankings are based on our independent assessment using defined methodologies. These will not be unduly influenced by advertisers or other external commercial interests.
10. Grievance Redressal:
    • We are committed to addressing any grievances or concerns from our users or the subjects of our evaluations in a timely and fair manner.
    • We will establish and maintain a clear process for users and entities to submit grievances. Contact details for grievance redressal will be made available on our website.
    • Email for Grievances: [Provide a dedicated email address, e.g., corrections@rankllms.com or support@rankllms.com]
    • Process: Upon receipt of a grievance, we will acknowledge it within [e.g., 48 hours] and endeavor to resolve it within [e.g., 15 days/one month], in line with the principles of fairness and the IT Rules, 2021, where applicable.

Our Pledge

Rankllms.com is dedicated to fostering a trustworthy and informative environment for understanding the capabilities of Large Language Models. By adhering to these ethical principles, we aim to contribute positively to the digital ecosystem and serve our users responsibly. This Code of Ethics will be periodically reviewed and updated as necessary.

Last Updated: 23 May 2025