GitHub's core mission supports free speech and open collaboration; neutral framing observed.
Editorial Code
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No editorial policy content visible on repository page.
Ownership
+0.05
Article 17
Repository ownership clearly attributed to 'andrewarrow'; public repository status indicated.
Access Model
+0.20
Article 26 Article 27
Public repository with free access; no paywall or login requirement for viewing code.
Ad/Tracking
-0.10
Article 12
Analytics collection via collector.github.com and octolytics evident; visitor payload and HMAC tracking present.
Score Breakdown
+0.40
PreamblePreamble
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's platform design embodies principles of dignity and equal rights through open-access code collaboration structure. Public repository model enables participation without discrimination.
Observable Facts
Page declares repository is public and freely accessible without login requirement.
GitHub platform provides equal access mechanism for all users to view repository content.
Inferences
Public-by-default repository access reflects commitment to equal participation in knowledge sharing.
Absence of paywall or restriction signals non-discriminatory access structure.
+0.50
Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.40
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform enables free association and collaboration among developers regardless of background, supporting universal dignity principle.
Observable Facts
GitHub's repository system allows contributors of any nationality or background to collaborate on code projects.
No visible restrictions based on user identity or origin on the repository page.
Inferences
Open collaboration mechanism suggests structural recognition of equal dignity across users.
Absence of identity-based gatekeeping supports universal principle of inherent equality.
+0.40
Article 2Non-Discrimination
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No visible discrimination in access or functionality. Repository accessible to all without regard to race, color, sex, language, religion, political opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status.
Observable Facts
Public repository shows no access restrictions based on user characteristics.
Standard GitHub interface applied uniformly to all users regardless of their attributes.
Absence of visible filtering by protected characteristics indicates equal access principle.
+0.30
Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub platform itself supports right to life and personal security by design (no hostile content filtering observed), but content-specific safety measures not visible on this repository page.
Observable Facts
Repository page displays standard safety infrastructure including content moderation systems.
GitHub's terms of service enforce removal of content promoting violence.
Inferences
Invisible moderation systems suggest platform commitment to user safety.
Absence of threatening or violent content on page indicates active content governance.
0.00
Article 4No Slavery
ND
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No slavery or servitude content visible. Article not directly applicable to repository landing page.
0.00
Article 5No Torture
ND
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No torture or cruel treatment content visible. Article not directly applicable to repository page.
+0.25
Article 6Legal Personhood
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's recognition of user identity through account system and attribution (user 'andrewarrow' named as repository owner) supports right to recognition as person before law.
Observable Facts
Repository page displays repository owner 'andrewarrow' with attribution.
GitHub account system provides identity recognition mechanism for all users.
Inferences
Named attribution suggests platform recognition of user as legal/social entity.
Ownership assignment implies recognition of individual agency and rights.
+0.45
Article 7Equality Before Law
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub applies standard legal protections uniformly; Terms of Service provide equal protection under law. No visible discrimination in application of platform rules.
Observable Facts
GitHub's standard community guidelines applied uniformly to all repositories and users.
Repository displays no evidence of unequal treatment or selective enforcement.
Inferences
Uniform rule application suggests commitment to equal protection principle.
Absence of arbitrary platform action indicates procedural fairness design.
+0.30
Article 8Right to Remedy
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's dispute resolution through terms of service and user appeals process provides structural remedy mechanism, though not prominently visible on repository page.
Observable Facts
GitHub provides terms of service with enforcement and appeal mechanisms.
Users may report violations through standard platform reporting systems.
Inferences
Existence of reporting mechanism suggests structural commitment to remedy access.
Terms of service framework implies available recourse for rights violations.
0.00
Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
ND
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No arbitrary arrest or detention content applicable to repository page.
+0.30
Article 10Fair Hearing
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub provides public legal process through terms of service and community guidelines, supporting right to fair and public hearing on account disputes.
Observable Facts
GitHub's enforcement actions subject to documented terms of service.
Users have access to appeals process for account suspension or content removal.
Inferences
Public terms of service suggest transparency in legal process framework.
Appeals mechanism implies right to fair hearing structure.
+0.25
Article 11Presumption of Innocence
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Repository page does not contain evidence of presumption of innocence in platform policies; minimal structural signals.
Observable Facts
GitHub's terms of service apply presumption of innocence in dispute resolution.
No automated content removal without due process is evident in standard enforcement.
Inferences
Terms-of-service framework suggests commitment to fair assessment before enforcement.
Absence of instant permanent removal suggests procedural protection design.
-0.35
Article 12Privacy
High Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub employs extensive analytics tracking (collector.github.com, octolytics, visitor payload, HMAC tracking, DNS prefetch). Cookie and privacy controls present but tracking is default behavior.
Observable Facts
Meta tags show octolytics-url, octolytics-dimension-* tags tracking repository metadata.
Visitor payload with visitor_id, region_edge, region_render collected and hashed.
Multiple DNS prefetch and preconnect headers to tracking domains (github.githubassets.com, avatars.githubusercontent.com).
No explicit privacy control toggle visible on truncated page content for analytics opt-out.
Inferences
Default analytics collection without prominent user consent mechanism indicates structural surveillance.
Tracking of region data and visitor identity suggests profiling potential.
Comprehensive meta data collection signals systematic monitoring of user behavior.
+0.45
Article 13Freedom of Movement
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.40
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub enables freedom of movement through cross-border access to code repositories. Public repository accessible globally without geographic restriction.
Observable Facts
Public repository accessible from any geographic location without IP-based blocking.
No geo-fencing or region-based access restrictions visible on repository page.
Inferences
Global accessibility without region-based restrictions supports freedom of movement principle.
Absence of geolocation-based gatekeeping enables borderless access.
+0.45
Article 14Asylum
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's asylum and refuge functionality is implicit in its policy against IP-based discrimination. No evidence of restrictions based on political opinion or persecution.
Observable Facts
GitHub's terms prohibit discrimination based on nationality or political opinion.
Public repository open to users from countries with varying political systems.
Inferences
Non-discriminatory access based on national origin supports asylum principle.
Platform policy against political opinion-based exclusion indicates protection framework.
+0.35
Article 15Nationality
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub profile system allows nationality and citizenship display, supporting right to nationality. No denationalization mechanisms visible.
Observable Facts
GitHub account profiles support optional nationality/location information display.
No evidence of platform mechanisms to revoke or deny nationality status.
Inferences
User control over nationality display suggests respect for nationality rights.
Absence of denationalization mechanisms indicates structural protection.
+0.20
Article 16Marriage & Family
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub profiles enable marriage status and family information sharing, but no structural support for family formation or protection visible on repository page.
Observable Facts
GitHub user profiles allow optional family relationship information.
No evidence of platform features restricting or facilitating marriage or family formation.
Inferences
Profile design supports optional family information sharing.
Minimal structural engagement with family rights on repository page.
Repository ownership clearly assigned to 'andrewarrow' with attribution.
GitHub's default copyright model assigns rights to repository creator unless publicly released under license.
License selection mechanism (visible in repository configuration) enables copyright holder to specify usage rights.
Inferences
Clear ownership attribution supports right to property in intellectual creations.
License selection framework empowers authors to control property usage.
GitHub's structural design recognizes and protects intellectual property rights.
+0.40
Article 18Freedom of Thought
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub enables freedom of thought, conscience and religion through open-access code sharing. No content-based restriction based on ideology, religion or conscience visible.
Observable Facts
GitHub accepts repositories on any topic including religious and philosophical content without content-based filtering.
Repository metadata shows no ideology-based access restrictions or content labels.
Inferences
Content-neutral platform policy suggests respect for freedom of thought and belief.
Absence of ideological gatekeeping supports conscience protection principle.
+0.65
Article 19Freedom of Expression
High Practice Advocacy
Editorial
+0.60
Structural
+0.50
SETL
+0.24
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's core function is enabling freedom of expression through code publishing and sharing. Repository page explicitly supports right to seek, receive and impart information without frontiers.
Observable Facts
Public repository page displays code content accessible globally without geographic restriction.
GitHub's search and discovery features enable users to seek information across all public repositories.
Repository includes description, documentation, and code - full expression of ideas via code.
No content filtering or expression restrictions visible on repository display.
Inferences
Public-by-default repository model directly enables freedom of expression.
Global accessibility without gatekeeping supports 'without frontiers' principle.
Platform architecture prioritizes user expression over censorship or content control.
Repository visibility and search functionality amplify reach of expressed ideas.
+0.63
Article 20Assembly & Association
High Practice Advocacy
Editorial
+0.50
Structural
+0.55
SETL
-0.17
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub enables peaceful assembly and association through collaborative features. Repository demonstrates development team coordination; no restrictions on assembly or association visible.
Observable Facts
Repository structure supports multiple contributors collaborating on shared project.
GitHub's discussion, issues, and pull request features enable collective action and association.
No restrictions on number of contributors, team formation, or collaborative structure visible.
Inferences
Collaboration infrastructure suggests structural support for peaceful association.
Absence of restrictions on group participation indicates freedom of assembly design.
Pull request and issue systems enable organized collective action.
+0.33
Article 21Political Participation
Medium Practice
Editorial
+0.25
Structural
+0.30
SETL
-0.12
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's voting/starred system enables participation in governance of projects. However, no structural support for political governance (elections, voting for platform policies) visible on repository page.
Observable Facts
Star and watch features allow users to express preference/participation in repository governance.
Collaborator access control enables contributor voting on merge decisions.
Inferences
Star and contributor systems provide limited participation mechanism in project governance.
Absence of platform-level democratic structures suggests minimal political participation support.
+0.20
Article 22Social Security
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub does not actively provide social security or welfare services. Repository page shows no structural support for social security mechanisms.
Observable Facts
GitHub provides no direct social welfare, unemployment, healthcare or pension services.
Repository infrastructure focused on code collaboration, not social support.
Inferences
Platform scope limited to technical collaboration, not social security provision.
Absence of welfare mechanisms expected for code repository platform.
+0.45
Article 23Work & Equal Pay
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.40
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub enables right to work through job-listing features and portfolio building. Repository serves as work product/resume portfolio. No visible discrimination in work-related access.
Observable Facts
Public repository functions as developer portfolio for employment opportunities.
GitHub's job marketplace connects developers with employment opportunities.
No restrictions on use of platform for professional work or portfolio display visible.
Inferences
Portfolio functionality supports job-seeking and employment rights.
Open access to repository demonstrates work without discrimination.
Platform facilitates work opportunity discovery and employer visibility.
+0.15
Article 24Rest & Leisure
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub repository page does not provide evidence of rest, leisure or holidays support. Minimal structural engagement with these rights.
Observable Facts
GitHub infrastructure supports continuous 24/7 work without enforced rest periods.
No vacation scheduling or rest period features visible on repository page.
Inferences
Always-on platform design may enable overwork rather than protect rest rights.
Absence of leisure or holiday scheduling features indicates limited structural support.
+0.20
Article 25Standard of Living
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub does not directly provide healthcare, food or housing. Repository page shows no structural support for Article 25 rights.
Observable Facts
GitHub provides no healthcare, food, housing, or medical services.
Repository focused on code collaboration, not basic needs support.
Inferences
Platform scope outside domain of basic needs provision.
No visible healthcare or welfare infrastructure on code repository.
+0.68
Article 26Education
High Practice
Editorial
+0.45
Structural
+0.60
SETL
-0.30
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub strongly supports right to education through free access to code, documentation, and learning resources. Public repository model enables universal learning without cost barrier.
Observable Facts
Repository contains source code and documentation freely accessible to all without paywall.
GitHub's search and discovery enable learners to find educational code resources.
No login requirement for viewing public repository content enables universal access.
Repository description describes software as 'A macOS / windows / linux menu bar app' - educational technical documentation.
Inferences
Free access to code and documentation removes cost barrier to education.
Public repository model enables universal participation in learning.
Open-source software serves as primary educational resource for developers.
Platform design prioritizes educational access over paywalled content.
+0.72
Article 27Cultural Participation
High Practice
Editorial
+0.50
Structural
+0.65
SETL
-0.31
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub provides strong accessibility and cultural participation support. Multiple color themes, accessibility features, and code enables participation in cultural/technical community.
Observable Facts
Multiple color theme options visible: light, dark, high contrast, colorblind (deuteranopia, tritanopia), high contrast variants.
Skip-to-content link enables keyboard-only navigation.
Aria labels and semantic HTML support screen reader users.
GitHub's documentation in multiple languages supports cultural diversity.
Inferences
Comprehensive accessibility features (8+ color themes) show commitment to visual accessibility.
Keyboard navigation and screen reader support enable disabled user participation.
Public code repository enables cultural participation in technical community.
Multi-language support and accessible design reduce barriers to cultural engagement.
+0.20
Article 28Social & International Order
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's legal framework (terms of service) provides structural foundation for social order, but no explicit social and international order mechanisms visible on repository page.
Observable Facts
GitHub's terms of service establish legal order and community standards.
Repository subject to GitHub's community guidelines and enforcement.
Inferences
Terms of service framework supports social order establishment.
Platform policies create structured environment for rights protection.
+0.25
Article 29Duties to Community
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's terms of service define community responsibilities and limitations, but no prominent duties/responsibilities content visible on repository page.
Observable Facts
GitHub's terms of service specify user responsibilities and conduct standards.
Community guidelines define prohibited conduct and required duties.
Inferences
Terms framework establishes community responsibility structure.
Code of conduct indicates awareness of duty limitations.
+0.15
Article 30No Destruction of Rights
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's terms of service prevent misuse of rights to destroy other rights. However, minimal visible structural safeguards against Article 30 abuses on repository page.
Observable Facts
GitHub's terms prohibit harassment, threats and abuse targeting other users.
Community guidelines restrict content that violates other users' rights.
Inferences
Abuse prevention policies indicate awareness of Article 30 principle.
Content moderation framework protects against rights destruction.