About Clarigo

What Is Clarigo?

Clarigo is a reference site with 484+ articles that answer specific everyday questions. Can you freeze it? Is it safe? What's the difference? We give you the answer up front, then explain the details.

The name comes from Latin — clarigo, meaning "to make clear." That's exactly what we do: take common questions and provide clear, well-sourced answers without unnecessary filler.

Our Editorial Process

Every article follows a consistent, reader-first structure: a direct answer at the top, followed by a detailed explanation, important edge cases and exceptions, and links to related questions. Sources are cited at the bottom of each article so you can verify the information independently.

Our editorial team researches each topic using authoritative sources including government agencies (USDA, FDA, CDC, EPA), peer-reviewed research, academic institutions, and established industry organizations. We prioritize accuracy and clarity over volume, and each article is reviewed for factual correctness before publication.

Articles are updated when new information becomes available, regulations change, or readers report inaccuracies. Every article displays a "last updated" date so you know how current the information is. If something is wrong or outdated, let us know and we'll investigate promptly.

Our Team

Clarigo is maintained by a small team of writers and editors with backgrounds in research, science communication, and technical writing. Each article is reviewed for accuracy and clarity before publication.

What We Cover

Clarigo covers 18 topic categories spanning the questions people ask most often in daily life:

  • Food safety and storage: Freezing guidelines, shelf life, expiration dates, and food handling best practices
  • Pet food safety: What dogs and cats can and cannot safely eat, with veterinary-sourced guidance
  • Comparisons: Clear breakdowns of the differences between similar things, concepts, and products
  • Electricity and energy: Understanding utility costs, appliance power consumption, and energy-saving strategies
  • Science and curiosity: Explanations of everyday phenomena backed by scientific research
  • How-to guides: Step-by-step instructions for practical tasks
  • Moving and relocation: Tools and guides for estimating boxes, storage, and moving logistics
  • Kitchen and cooking: Food preparation techniques, equipment guidance, and cooking science

Browse all topics on the Topics page, or use one of our interactive calculators and tools.

Our Sourcing Standards

Every article on Clarigo cites 2-4 authoritative sources. We prioritize the following source types, in order of preference:

  1. Government agencies: USDA, FDA, CDC, EPA, NIST, and their international equivalents provide the most reliable regulatory and safety guidance.
  2. Academic and research institutions: Universities, research centers, and peer-reviewed publications for scientific claims.
  3. Professional organizations: Industry bodies like the American Veterinary Medical Association, National Fire Protection Association, and similar expert organizations.
  4. Established reference works: Recognized encyclopedias, handbooks, and databases maintained by credible organizations.

We do not cite social media posts, anonymous forums, or unverified blogs as primary sources. When a topic involves contested claims, we present the evidence from multiple authoritative perspectives.

Funding

Clarigo is free to use with no paywalls or subscription fees. The site is supported through advertising to cover hosting, research, and editorial costs. Advertising is clearly separated from editorial content and has no influence on the topics we cover, the answers we provide, or the sources we cite.

Disclaimer

Clarigo provides general reference information only — not professional advice. Our content is not a substitute for consultation with qualified medical, legal, financial, or veterinary professionals. See our full disclaimer for details.

Contact

Found an error, have a suggestion, or want to get in touch? Visit our contact page. We read every message and aim to respond to corrections and inquiries within a few business days.