GitHub implements privacy-respecting design patterns including accessibility controls and data minimization via DNS prefetch and cookie consent infrastructure.
Terms of Service
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Article 29
GitHub's TOS enables open-source hosting without discriminatory restrictions on speech or assembly.
Accessibility
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Article 1 Article 2 Article 26
Extensive accessibility features including skip-to-content links, keyboard shortcuts documentation, high-contrast theme options, colorblind mode support, and screen reader compatibility.
Mission
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Article 19 Article 20
GitHub's mission supports freedom of expression and association by enabling open collaboration and public repositories without content censorship.
Editorial Code
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No editorializing detected; platform is neutral with respect to repository content.
Ownership
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Article 21
Public repository structure enables collective participation in governance and decision-making about the project.
Access Model
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Article 19 Article 26 Article 27
Free, open access to repository code and documentation without discriminatory paywalls; GitHub provides educational access and community tools.
Ad/Tracking
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Article 12
Analytics tracking (octolytics, browser stats) present but limited to aggregate usage; can be controlled via privacy settings.
Score Breakdown
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PreamblePreamble
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's structural commitment to dignity and equal rights is observable through accessibility features and non-discriminatory platform design.
Observable Facts
Page includes skip-to-content link and keyboard shortcuts documentation.
Multiple colorblind, high-contrast, and accessibility theme options are embedded in stylesheets.
HTML includes ARIA labels and semantic navigation markers.
Inferences
The comprehensive accessibility infrastructure suggests platform commitment to equal access for people with disabilities.
Keyboard shortcuts and screen-reader support enable participation regardless of motor or visual ability.
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Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.40
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure treats all users and contributors equally without respect to origin or status.
Observable Facts
Repository is publicly accessible without discrimination based on user characteristics.
GitHub's Terms of Service do not restrict access based on nationality, creed, or background.
Accessibility features apply uniformly to all users.
Inferences
The open-access model implies commitment to treating all contributors as equal participants.
Lack of user-profiling or discriminatory barriers in the page structure suggests respect for equal dignity.
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Article 2Non-Discrimination
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.40
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's platform structure is non-discriminatory; no observable restrictions on access based on protected characteristics.
Observable Facts
Repository is publicly viewable regardless of user identity or group membership.
No discriminatory content filters or access controls are visible in the page structure.
Accessibility features do not discriminate by ability status.
Inferences
Platform design suggests non-discriminatory commitment through universal accessibility.
Open-source licensing model presumes equality of contributors.
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Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Limited structural evidence of life and security protections; platform does not address safety issues beyond access control.
Observable Facts
GitHub provides repository access control and privacy settings.
Page structure includes content security and CSRF protection (meta nonce tokens).
Inferences
Content security measures suggest basic protection against unauthorized modification.
Limited evidence of broader security commitment beyond data integrity.
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Article 4No Slavery
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable structural evidence related to slavery or forced labor protections.
Observable Facts
Page structure does not address labor or servitude issues.
Inferences
GitHub's domain context is commercial software development, not labor-intensive industries.
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Article 5No Torture
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable structural evidence related to torture or cruel treatment protections.
Observable Facts
Page structure does not address torture, cruelty, or degradation issues.
Inferences
Domain context is not applicable to this article.
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Article 6Legal Personhood
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Limited structural evidence; platform provides basic legal recognition through user accounts and attribution.
Observable Facts
Repository ownership and contributor attribution are tracked and displayed.
Inferences
Attribution systems provide minimal legal-personhood recognition for contributors.
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Article 7Equality Before Law
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure provides non-discriminatory access and equal protection under GitHub Terms of Service.
Observable Facts
Repository access rules apply uniformly to all users without discrimination.
GitHub's platform does not discriminate in application of terms based on protected characteristics.
Public repositories are equally visible to all users.
Inferences
Uniform access policies suggest commitment to equal protection before the law.
Limited observable evidence; GitHub provides some remedies for intellectual property disputes via DMCA/takedown notices.
Observable Facts
GitHub provides mechanism for reporting intellectual property violations.
Terms of Service reference content dispute procedures.
Inferences
Dispute resolution mechanisms suggest minimal commitment to effective remedies.
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Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable structural evidence related to arbitrary arrest or detention.
Observable Facts
Page structure does not address arrest or detention issues.
Inferences
Domain context does not apply.
+0.25
Article 10Fair Hearing
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Limited structural evidence; GitHub's dispute procedures are minimal but present.
Observable Facts
GitHub provides content takedown and dispute procedures via meta tags and documentation.
Platform has Terms of Service governing content disputes.
Inferences
Basic dispute procedures suggest minimal commitment to fair trial/hearing.
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Article 11Presumption of Innocence
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable evidence related to criminal procedure protections.
Observable Facts
Page does not address criminal law or presumption of innocence.
Inferences
Domain context does not apply.
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Article 12Privacy
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub implements privacy-protective structural features; analytics and tracking present but limited.
Observable Facts
Page includes cookie consent infrastructure and privacy policy references.
Octolytics and browser stats endpoints are loaded but optional/anonymizable.
User login state is not forced; page accessible to logged-out users.
Data collection uses nonce tokens suggesting CSRF protection.
Inferences
Privacy-focused architecture provides reasonable protection against arbitrary interference.
Analytics implementation suggests awareness of privacy minimization principles.
Consent-based tracking enables user control over personal data.
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Article 13Freedom of Movement
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.40
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub provides structural freedom of movement through open repository access without geographic restrictions.
Observable Facts
Repository is publicly accessible from any geographic location.
No geolocation-based access restrictions are observable in the page structure.
Public mirror/export features are available via GitHub API.
Inferences
Open access without geographic barriers suggests respect for freedom of movement.
Platform structure enables migration of projects without restriction.
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Article 14Asylum
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Limited structural evidence; GitHub is a platform, not a state entity offering asylum.
Observable Facts
Repository does not contain asylum-related features or policies.
Inferences
Domain context does not apply; GitHub lacks state asylum authority.
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Article 15Nationality
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub enables nationality expression through open international access; no nationality-based restrictions.
Observable Facts
Repository is accessible internationally without nationality restrictions.
User accounts do not require nationality disclosure.
Public repositories are viewable globally.
Inferences
International accessibility suggests respect for freedom of nationality choice.
No nationality-based access controls observed.
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Article 16Marriage & Family
Low
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable evidence related to marriage and family.
Observable Facts
Page does not address marriage, family, or domestic relations.
Inferences
Domain context does not apply.
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Article 17Property
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Limited evidence; GitHub provides some IP ownership protections through attribution and licensing.
Observable Facts
Repository attribution tracking enables IP ownership documentation.
License selection and management are integrated into platform.
Inferences
Attribution and licensing features provide minimal property rights protection.
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Article 18Freedom of Thought
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
GitHub's structure enables freedom of thought and belief through open expression without content restrictions on belief.
Observable Facts
Platform does not censor beliefs expressed in repository content.
Public repositories host diverse ideological content without interference.
No content-based filtering is observed in page structure.
Inferences
Open-source model enables free expression of ideas without editorial interference.
Lack of belief-based content restrictions suggests respect for freedom of thought.
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Article 19Freedom of Expression
High Advocacy Practice Framing
Editorial
+0.55
Structural
+0.60
SETL
-0.17
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Strong structural and editorial support for freedom of expression; repository hosting, open collaboration, and public code sharing are core to GitHub's mission.
Observable Facts
Repository is publicly viewable and fork-able; enables sharing of code and ideas.