Language
Javascript
Tool Type
Algorithm
License
European Public License
Version
1.0.0
Open Terms Archive
The Open Terms Archive is a crucial tool for activists, journalists and regulators who want to influence the policies of digital platforms. It enables deep and ongoing analysis of terms of service and privacy policies, which are essential to understanding how platforms manage user information and establish business practices. By providing easy and transparent access to these often complex and frequently changing documents, Open Terms Archive helps ensure that digital platforms operate fairly and responsibly.
Open Terms Archive solves the problem of opacity in online platforms' policies and terms of service. It facilitates a clear understanding of these complex and changing rules, allowing activists and regulators to advocate for more equitable and responsible platform governance.
**Snapshot Recording**: Captures multiple daily snapshots of online documents containing service terms. **Document Processing**: Selects relevant parts of documents, removes insignificant content, and filters out noise. **Decentralized Tracking**: Allows independent tracking of terms for various collections with a federated public instance system. **Customizable Filtering**: Employs customizable JavaScript filters for tailored analysis of terms. **Unified Data Format**: Standardizes data into a unique format for interoperability and collaborative analysis. **Cross-platform Compatibility**: Operates across UNIX, macOS, and Windows systems. **API Support**: Provides a Web API for JSON data over HTTP(S) and a JavaScript API for custom code integration. **Configurable Storage**: Supports Git and MongoDB for storing versions and snapshots.
Built in Node.js, it leverages its ecosystem for efficient integration. Facilitates installation through an NPM module, simplifying deployment. Utilizes JSON files for term declaration, ensuring an open and standardized data format. Supports environment variables for advanced features like notifications and API. Uses MongoDB for data storage, ensuring compatibility with UNIX, macOS, and Windows systems. Provides a web API with OpenAPI specifications and a JavaScript API for integration.
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The image shows the "Open Terms Archive" process in four steps: 1. Focus on contractual documents. 2. Daily tracking by robots. 3. Change analysis for analysts. 4. Dissemination of versions for research.
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Public archive that records each version of the digital terms of services to allow democratic oversight.
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