YouTube collects extensive telemetry and tracking data via WIZ_global_data, ytcsi performance monitoring, and multiple experiment flags. Data collection visible in page load but granularity of consent not observable in provided content.
Terms of Service
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Terms of Service not directly observable in page source provided.
Accessibility
+0.10
Article 25 Article 27
YouTube implements accessibility features (responsive design, keyboard shortcuts references visible in experiment flags). However, full accessibility posture not determinable from provided source alone.
Mission
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Mission statement not directly observable in page source.
Editorial Code
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No editorial code of conduct directly observable in technical page source.
Ownership
+0.05
Article 19 Article 20
YouTube is owned by Google/Alphabet, a private corporation. Private ownership does not inherently signal HRCB direction but affects structural capability for editorial independence.
Access Model
+0.15
Article 19 Article 27
YouTube provides free-access video hosting without account requirement for viewing (observable from watch URL structure). Structural support for public access to information.
Ad/Tracking
-0.20
Article 12
Extensive experiment flags and ad tracking infrastructure visible: 'enable_active_view_display_ad_renderer_web_home', 'enable_ads_web_ep', ad stitching capabilities. Privacy impairment significant.
Score Breakdown
-0.15
PreamblePreamble
Medium P: data collection and tracking infrastructure visible
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Preamble addresses human dignity and rights. YouTube's technical infrastructure shows surveillance-oriented design (WIZ telemetry, ytcsi monitoring, extensive experiment logging). No affirmative dignity signals in observable structure.
0.00
Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 1 addresses equality and inherent rights. Video watch page structure does not directly instantiate or contradict equality principles. Neutral default.
-0.10
Article 2Non-Discrimination
Medium P: algorithmic recommendation system flags present
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 2 addresses non-discrimination. YouTube's recommendation algorithms are opaque. Experiment flags suggest algorithmic filtering by various parameters. No observable anti-discrimination measures.
0.00
Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 3 addresses right to life, liberty, security. Not directly relevant to video platform technical infrastructure observable here.
0.00
Article 4No Slavery
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 4 addresses slavery. Not directly observable in video platform page structure.
0.00
Article 5No Torture
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 5 addresses torture and inhuman treatment. Not directly observable in video platform infrastructure.
0.00
Article 6Legal Personhood
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 6 addresses right to recognition as person before law. Not directly relevant to video platform structure.
0.00
Article 7Equality Before Law
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 7 addresses equality before law and equal protection. Not directly observable in page source.
0.00
Article 8Right to Remedy
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 8 addresses right to effective remedy. Not directly observable in video watch page structure.
0.00
Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 9 addresses arbitrary arrest and detention. Not applicable to video platform.
0.00
Article 10Fair Hearing
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 10 addresses right to fair and public hearing. Not directly observable in video watch page.
0.00
Article 11Presumption of Innocence
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 11 addresses presumption of innocence. Not applicable to video platform structure.
-0.45
Article 12Privacy
High P: extensive data collection and tracking P: experiment-based behavioral tracking P: telemetry infrastructure
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 12 protects privacy, family, correspondence, honor, reputation. YouTube's observable infrastructure shows pervasive data collection: WIZ_global_data telemetry, ytcsi performance monitoring, extensive experiment flags targeting user behavior analysis, ad tracking. Clear negative signal on privacy protection.
+0.25
Article 13Freedom of Movement
Medium P: free-access content platform P: cross-border content accessibility
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 13 addresses freedom of movement and residence. YouTube enables cross-border content access without geographical restriction (observable from watch URL structure). Positive structural signal for information access and borderless communication.
0.00
Article 14Asylum
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 14 addresses right to asylum. Not directly relevant to video platform.
0.00
Article 15Nationality
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 15 addresses right to nationality. Not directly relevant to video platform structure.
-0.10
Article 16Marriage & Family
Medium P: data collection affects family and personal autonomy
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 16 addresses protection of family and privacy of marriage. YouTube's data collection infrastructure (visible tracking, experiment-based behavioral targeting) could impair family autonomy and personal decision-making. Mild negative signal.
-0.30
Article 17Property
High P: extensive data collection and profiling P: algorithmic targeting based on personal data
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 17 protects property rights and protection against arbitrary deprivation. YouTube's data collection and algorithmic profiling could be characterized as appropriation of personal data without meaningful consent mechanisms observable in page source. Moderate negative signal.
+0.10
Article 18Freedom of Thought
Medium P: platform enables diverse content expression
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 18 protects freedom of thought, conscience, religion. YouTube's infrastructure allows diverse content publication and consumption. Structure enables expression diversity (though moderation systems not visible in source). Mild positive signal.
+0.45
Article 19Freedom of Expression
High P: open-access video content platform P: enables freedom of expression through publishing P: cross-border information access
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 19 protects freedom of opinion and expression, receiving and sharing information. YouTube's structural design enables these rights: free content hosting, viewer access without mandatory login, cross-border reach. Observable positive signals for information dissemination and expression. Moderate positive.
+0.20
Article 20Assembly & Association
Medium P: enables group assembly and association online
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 20 protects freedom of peaceful assembly and association. YouTube enables comment sections, community features (experiment flags reference 'enable_community_page_on_desktop'), and collective viewership. Structure supports online association and collective action. Mild positive.
+0.05
Article 21Political Participation
Medium P: platform enables democratic participation and information access
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 21 addresses right to participation in government and public affairs. YouTube enables access to political information and civic content. Structural support for democratic participation through information access. Mild positive.
0.00
Article 22Social Security
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 22 addresses right to social security. Not directly relevant to video platform structure.
0.00
Article 23Work & Equal Pay
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 23 addresses right to work and fair working conditions. Not directly observable in video watch page structure.
0.00
Article 24Rest & Leisure
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 24 addresses right to rest and leisure. Not directly relevant to video platform infrastructure.
+0.15
Article 25Standard of Living
Medium P: accessible platform design P: responsive interface
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 25 addresses right to adequate standard of living and health. YouTube's accessible design (responsive, keyboard navigation, accessibility flags in experiment settings) supports health-promoting access to information. Mild positive.
+0.05
Article 26Education
Medium P: enables educational content access
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 26 addresses right to education. YouTube's structure enables access to educational content globally and freely. Observable support for educational access. Mild positive.
+0.30
Article 27Cultural Participation
Medium P: enables cultural participation and artistic expression P: provides access to cultural content
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 27 addresses participation in cultural life and protection of artistic/scientific interests. YouTube's infrastructure enables creators to publish artistic and creative content globally, and audiences to access cultural material. Clear structural support for cultural rights. Mild positive.
-0.05
Article 28Social & International Order
Medium P: private corporate control limits social order accountability
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 28 addresses right to social and international order to realize rights. YouTube is privately controlled; structural governance mechanisms do not include public democratic accountability. Mild negative signal regarding collective establishment of social/international framework.
-0.10
Article 29Duties to Community
Medium P: algorithmic content filtering limits unrestricted expression
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 29 addresses duties to community and limits on rights for public order/morals. YouTube employs content moderation and algorithmic filtering (observable through experiment flags), which restricts expression in service of community standards. Mild negative signal regarding unrestricted expression.
-0.10
Article 30No Destruction of Rights
Medium P: platform can be used to undermine UDHR protections through surveillance
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Article 30 addresses protection of UDHR from destruction. YouTube's extensive data collection and tracking infrastructure could theoretically enable surveillance-based rights violations. Mild negative signal regarding structural protection of UDHR itself.