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backstory — Schema.org Property Guide

Learn the meaning of Schema.org backstory, which types use it and its expected value types, with official source links.

Source: Schema.org v30.1 vocabulary. Official backstory property definition.

What does backstory mean?

For an [[Article]], typically a [[NewsArticle]], the backstory property provides a textual summary giving a brief explanation of why and how an article was created. In a journalistic setting this could include information about reporting process, methods, interviews, data sources, etc.

Used on types (domainIncludes)

Expected value types (rangeIncludes)

Schema.org domainIncludes and rangeIncludes are descriptive guidance, not strict validation prohibitions. Check the official reference for updates.

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