1 points by lifeisstillgood 10 hours ago | 0 comments on HN
| Mixed with strong negative signals in privacy, surveillance, due process, and property rights; moderate positive signals in information access and cultural participation Media
· vv3.4 · 2026-02-25
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Aggregates
Weighted Mean
-0.11
Unweighted Mean
-0.09
Max
+0.45 Article 13
Min
-0.70 Article 12
Signal
27
No Data
4
Confidence
ND
Volatility
0.34 (High)
Negative
18
Channels
E: 0.5S: 0.5
SETL
+0.08
Editorial-dominant
FW Ratio
56%
0 facts · 0 inferences
Evidence: High: 2 Medium: 18 Low: 7 No Data: 4
Theme Radar
Domain Context Profile
Element
Modifier
Affects
Note
Privacy
-0.15
Article 12 Article 17
Extensive tracking infrastructure evident in page source (gtag, analytics, ad tracking). Privacy sandbox trials documented. Cookie-based tracking implied.
Captions, transcripts, and language options available. Polyfills for accessibility APIs present.
Mission
+0.05
Article 19 Article 27
Platform enables broad information sharing and cultural participation, though mission statement not directly accessible from this URL.
Editorial Code
—
YouTube enforces community guidelines but editorial independence not directly observable from shorts player.
Ownership
-0.05
Article 22 Article 25
Alphabet subsidiary. Centralized control over platform infrastructure and content moderation. No worker representation evident.
Access Model
+0.15
Article 19 Article 25 Article 27
Free access to video content for most users. No paywall for shorts viewing observed. Reduces barriers to information and cultural participation.
Ad/Tracking
-0.20
Article 12 Article 17
Aggressive advertising tracking architecture visible in configuration ('ad_tracking' flags, ADCPN macros, ad engagement panels). Behavioral profiling without explicit opt-in.
Score Breakdown
+0.05
PreamblePreamble
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Structural evidence shows platform infrastructure enables broad human communication and information sharing (positive). Domain privacy and tracking practices moderate this signal.
Observable Facts
Page source indicates content delivery system designed for global user access without apparent geographic restrictions.
Service worker and caching infrastructure documented, supporting consistent access.
Inferences
Globally distributed architecture suggests commitment to universal information access principles.
Privacy tracking systems reduce alignment with dignity and privacy aspects of the Preamble's stated aims.
+0.10
Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform provides technical equality of access (all users receive same player interface). No observable content-based discrimination at structural level for this specific short.
Observable Facts
Video player interface loads identically for all users accessing the same shorts URL.
No observable authentication barriers restrict access to viewing this specific short.
Inferences
Equal structural access suggests commitment to formal equality principle.
Content moderation algorithms may create substantive inequality not observable at this structural level.
-0.30
Article 2Non-Discrimination
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content moderation policies and algorithmic recommendation systems documented in configuration show differential treatment based on content characteristics, creator status, and algorithmic profiling.
Observable Facts
Configuration includes extensive flags for content filtering, moderation, and algorithmic treatment ('enable_content_moderation', 'enable_creator_details_shelf').
Experiment flags show differential UI treatment for various user segments.
Inferences
Multiple content classification and filtering systems suggest systematic differentiation based on content attributes.
Creator-specific features indicate unequal treatment between content creators and regular users.
-0.05
Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Technical infrastructure supports user identification and account association. Terms of service enforce content policies but rights enforcement mechanisms not directly observable.
Observable Facts
Account-based authentication system present (authuser parameter visible in configuration).
Inferences
Account system enables platform to enforce user-specific policies and rights.
Rights enforcement depends on opaque content moderation policies not disclosed in technical implementation.
-0.40
Article 4No Slavery
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform's own terms of service and content policies create binding obligations. No evidence of mechanisms to prevent servitude-like dependence on platform for creators or users.
Observable Facts
Platform enforces unilateral terms of service modifications through technical implementation.
Creator monetization tied exclusively to platform's algorithm and policy compliance.
Inferences
Creator economic dependence on YouTube's algorithms and policies creates vulnerability to arbitrary policy changes.
Users have no contractual recourse for account suspension or content removal.
-0.10
Article 5No Torture
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable evidence of torture, cruel, or degrading treatment through the technical interface. Content policies may remove content, but mechanism not visible in shorts player.
Observable Facts
Video player interface does not expose any capability to inflict harm or degradation.
Standard safety mechanisms present (error handling, rate limiting).
Inferences
Technical design does not incorporate torture or degradation mechanisms.
Content removal policies could constitute interference with dignity, but specific removal not visible here.
0.00
Article 6Legal Personhood
ND
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable structural evidence related to legal personhood or right to recognition.
-0.30
Article 7Equality Before Law
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content moderation and algorithmic ranking applied without transparent equal protection mechanisms. Differential treatment based on creator status, content classification, and user profiling.
Observable Facts
Configuration shows creator-specific features and differential content treatment flags.
Recommendation algorithms operate without visible equal protection safeguards.
Inferences
Opaque algorithmic treatment creates substantive inequality in content visibility.
Lack of transparent equal protection standards enables discriminatory application of policies.
+0.05
Article 8Right to Remedy
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform provides technical infrastructure for users to pursue remedy through appeals, though effectiveness not directly observable. No evidence of remedial barriers at interface level.
Observable Facts
Account and profile infrastructure supports appeal mechanisms (implicit in account management).
Inferences
Technical foundation exists for seeking remedies, but quality of appeals process unknown.
-0.35
Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content removal and account suspension policies implemented without requirement for due process, judicial oversight, or proportionality safeguards. Arbitrary detention-like removal possible.
Observable Facts
Configuration indicates automatic content moderation and removal capabilities ('enable_content_moderation').
No observable due process requirements before content removal or account action.
Inferences
Automated moderation systems can remove content without human review or proportionality assessment.
Lack of judicial review distinguishes this from legitimate legal detention procedures.
-0.30
Article 10Fair Hearing
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content disputes resolved through platform's own systems without independent tribunal or impartial hearing mechanisms. No evidence of fair and public hearing procedures.
Observable Facts
Account management system enforces policy through platform mechanisms only.
No external or independent dispute resolution observed in technical implementation.
Inferences
Absence of independent tribunal or impartial judge in dispute procedures.
Platform acts as sole arbiter in content and account disputes.
0.00
Article 11Presumption of Innocence
ND
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable evidence regarding criminal responsibility or presumption of innocence in technical implementation.
-0.70
Article 12Privacy
High Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.45
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Extensive surveillance and tracking infrastructure documented. Behavioral profiling, ad tracking, and analytics systems create systematic interference with privacy without meaningful user consent or control mechanisms.
Observable Facts
Configuration includes extensive ad tracking flags ('ad_tracking', 'ADCPN', 'att_web_record_metrics').
Page source shows analytics, error reporting, and behavioral tracking across multiple systems (gtag, CSI, GEL).
Service worker infrastructure suggests persistent tracking across sessions.
Inferences
Comprehensive tracking system enables detailed behavioral profiling without explicit opt-in.
Multiple independent tracking systems create redundant surveillance not easily disable.
Privacy controls, if present, are not visible in technical implementation.
+0.45
Article 13Freedom of Movement
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform enables free movement and cross-border content access. No geographic restrictions visible on shorts access. Supports migration of content and audiences across regions.
Observable Facts
Shorts accessible from global domains without geographic IP blocking visible.
Language configuration supports multilingual access ('lang=en-GB').
Content delivery infrastructure designed for global access.
Inferences
Free movement of information and content across borders supported structurally.
No geographic restrictions on platform participation observed.
+0.05
Article 14Asylum
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform provides asylum-like refuge from certain national speech restrictions through its global infrastructure. However, enforcement of national content removal requests visible in policy infrastructure.
Observable Facts
Global content delivery avoids most national content removal mandates.
Configuration indicates ability to enforce regional content policies.
Inferences
Platform structure provides some refuge from national persecution, though compliance with government removal orders also possible.
0.00
Article 15Nationality
ND
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable evidence regarding nationality or citizenship rights in technical implementation.
-0.15
Article 16Marriage & Family
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform infrastructure tracks relationship status and family connections through account linking and social features. No observable safeguards against interference with family privacy.
Observable Facts
Account system enables tracking of related accounts and social connections.
No visible privacy protection for family relationship data.
Inferences
Social graph tracking enables surveillance of family relationships.
Family privacy not protected by visible technical safeguards.
-0.70
Article 17Property
High Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.50
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Systematic property surveillance through viewing history, watch list, and behavioral tracking. User data treated as proprietary asset without meaningful user control or compensation. Monetization of user data without transparent disclosure.
Observable Facts
Viewing history and engagement tracking documented in configuration.
Analytics systems collect detailed behavioral data on all user actions.
Ad tracking enables commercialization of behavioral profile without explicit consent.
No visible user control mechanisms for data retention or deletion.
Inferences
User behavioral data treated as platform property and monetized without compensation.
Systematic tracking creates detailed property dossier on individual behavior.
Lack of user control over property (behavioral data) violates Article 17 principles.
+0.28
Article 18Freedom of Thought
Medium Framing Practice
Editorial
+0.20
Structural
+0.25
SETL
-0.11
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform enables expression and thought sharing at scale. Shorts format facilitates diverse viewpoint expression. However, content moderation policies and algorithmic ranking constrain what gets amplified.
Observable Facts
Video player interface enables creators to publish without prior censorship.
Shorts format allows rapid expression and thought documentation.
Configuration includes content classification flags enabling targeted suppression.
Inferences
Technical infrastructure enables freedom of thought expression at scale.
Algorithmic treatment creates de facto constraints on visibility despite no pre-publication censorship.
+0.05
Article 19Freedom of Expression
Medium Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.30
Structural
+0.10
SETL
+0.24
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform enables receiving and imparting information globally without apparent content pre-publication review. However, content moderation, algorithmic ranking, and account suspension create substantive speech restrictions not disclosed transparently.
Observable Facts
Shorts interface enables posting without pre-publication review by platform.
Global distribution enables information to reach international audiences.
Content removal and account suspension capabilities documented in configuration.
Algorithmic ranking determines information visibility to other users.
Inferences
Formal freedom from pre-publication censorship undermined by post-publication removal.
Account suspension creates chilling effect on speech expression.
+0.07
Article 20Assembly & Association
Medium Practice
Editorial
+0.15
Structural
+0.10
SETL
+0.09
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform enables peaceful assembly and association through comment sections, community features, and group formation. However, moderation policies can restrict assembly and platform dependence creates vulnerability.
Observable Facts
Live chat and comment infrastructure documented in configuration enables assembly.
Community features allow group formation and association.
Moderation systems can restrict assembly and group communication.
Inferences
Technical infrastructure supports peaceful assembly and association.
Platform control over moderation creates dependence vulnerable to arbitrary restriction.
-0.25
Article 21Political Participation
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform enables political participation but algorithmic ranking and content moderation can suppress political speech. No observable mechanisms ensuring equal political voice or equal access to decision-making.
Observable Facts
Political content can be posted without pre-publication review.
Content ranking algorithms potentially suppress political viewpoints.
Platform governance is centralized with no user participation in rule-making.
Inferences
Lack of user participation in governance violates democratic participation principle.
Algorithmic ranking creates unequal political voice despite formal posting capability.
-0.40
Article 22Social Security
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform provides no worker protections, collective bargaining, or social security for creators. Creator monetization system lacks employment protections. Algorithm changes can eliminate creator income without notice or compensation.
Observable Facts
Creator monetization features visible but no employment protections or terms visible.
Algorithm configuration shows creator content can be deprioritized without notice.
No worker representation or collective bargaining mechanisms visible.
Inferences
Creator economic dependence without employment protections violates social security principles.
Algorithm-driven income changes create economic vulnerability for dependent creators.
-0.15
Article 23Work & Equal Pay
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform infrastructure supports family connections through social features. However, no visible protections for family unit or family-specific privacy safeguards.
Observable Facts
Account system can track family relationships and connections.
No visible family-specific privacy protections in configuration.
Inferences
Family tracking infrastructure lacks protective safeguards.
Family unit not protected from commercial exploitation of relationship data.
0.00
Article 24Rest & Leisure
ND
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable evidence regarding rest, leisure, or limitation of working hours in technical implementation.
+0.25
Article 25Standard of Living
Medium Practice
Editorial
+0.20
Structural
+0.10
SETL
+0.14
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform provides free access to entertainment and educational content supporting standard of living. Accessibility features (captions, transcripts) documented. However, monetization model depends on engagement, not wellbeing.
Observable Facts
Shorts accessible without subscription requirement.
Caption and transcript infrastructure visible in configuration.
Content library supports educational and health-related information access.
Inferences
Free access to information and entertainment contributes to standard of living.
Accessibility features support right to standard of living for disabled users.
+0.30
Article 26Education
Medium Practice
Editorial
+0.25
Structural
+0.15
SETL
+0.16
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform provides free access to educational and cultural content supporting education and human development. Multilingual infrastructure and global access support inclusive education. No quality or completeness guarantees.
Observable Facts
Extensive educational and cultural content available freely on platform.
Multilingual support and global accessibility enable education access.
Free access to diverse content supports right to education and development.
Global infrastructure enables participation in cultural life across borders.
+0.38
Article 27Cultural Participation
High Practice
Editorial
+0.35
Structural
+0.30
SETL
+0.13
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform enables broad participation in cultural life and artistic expression. Shorts format facilitates creative expression at scale. Creator monetization provides economic benefit for creative work. However, algorithm and content policies constrain which cultural expression receives amplification.
Observable Facts
Shorts format enables rapid creation and sharing of cultural and artistic content.
Creator monetization system provides economic return on creative content.
Global distribution enables participation in cultural exchanges across borders.
Configuration shows extensive creative tools and features (editing, effects, music).
Inferences
Platform infrastructure substantially enables cultural and artistic participation.
Economic compensation through monetization supports right to benefit from creative works.
Algorithmic ranking determines cultural visibility despite formal creation capability.
-0.30
Article 28Social & International Order
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure reinforces international economic dependence through algorithmic ranking and content moderation. No observable mechanisms for developing equitable social and international order.
Observable Facts
Algorithmic ranking concentrates visibility and economic benefit unpredictably.
Centralized governance prevents equitable order development.
Content removal and algorithm changes enforce unilateral order.
Inferences
Lack of equitable governance mechanism prevents development of fair international order.
Algorithmic system creates extractive economic relationships.
-0.28
Article 29Duties to Community
Medium Practice
Editorial
-0.20
Structural
-0.15
SETL
-0.10
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Community guidelines and content policies enforce duties and restrictions, but enforcement is opaque and not proportional to legitimate UDHR limitations. Account suspension can prevent participation in public life disproportionately.
Observable Facts
Content moderation enforces community guidelines with removal and account suspension.
Configuration shows content filtering and automatic removal capabilities.
Enforcement mechanisms lack transparency and appeal procedures.
Inferences
Community guidelines go beyond UDHR Article 29 legitimate limitations through opaque enforcement.
Lack of proportionality in enforcement (account suspension for content disagreements) exceeds justified restrictions.
-0.23
Article 30No Destruction of Rights
Medium Practice
Editorial
-0.10
Structural
-0.15
SETL
+0.09
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform's terms of service and content policies can override UDHR protections. Content moderation removes content based on vague community guidelines potentially violating protected rights. No safeguard preventing abuse of platform power to undermine UDHR.
Observable Facts
Terms of service enable platform to modify rights at will through policy changes.
Content removal policies can suppress protected expression, assembly, or association.
Account suspension can eliminate all user rights on platform simultaneously.
Inferences
Platform structure enables destruction of UDHR protections through unilateral policy changes.
No safeguard prevents using platform power to undermine other UDHR rights.