Abortion service information appraisal tool questions and criteria
| Question | Criteria | Value range (1–5) |
| Is the language used accessible? | Jargon and technical terms, clarity of expression | Minimum=Jargon heavy, unclear Maximum=No jargon, clearly expressed |
| Are links provided to regulated online and offline abortion services? | Obviousness of links, frequency of links | Minimum=No links Maximum=Links provided clearly and obviously and multiple times |
| Are links provided to regulated offline care providers including support groups and information providers? | Obviousness of links, frequency of links | Minimum=No links Maximum=Links provided clearly and obviously and multiple times |
| Is information relevant to the jurisdiction presented clearly? | References to jurisdictional difference, need for prior knowledge | Minimum=No reference to or recognition of jurisdictional difference Maximum=Clear and obvious references to jurisdictional difference; no prior knowledge required |
| Is information quality assured? | References to/citations from current research, signs that web page is subject to professional standards and compliance | Minimum=No references, citations or signs of professional compliance Maximum=Multiple references to range of evidence/research; indicators that web page is regulated by and compliant with professional standards |