Privacy Policy

Witness Report Search

Effective date: You may add the current date here.

Witness Report Search is a browser extension designed for a single purpose. It allows users to select a name on a webpage and check whether that name exists in the Witness Report database.

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Information the Extension Collects

• Selected text: The extension processes only the text explicitly selected by the user.
• API key: An API key entered by the user is used to authenticate requests to the Witness Report API.

How Information Is Used

• The selected text is sent to the Witness Report API solely to perform a name search.
• The API key is used only for authentication and request authorization.

Data Storage

• The API key is stored locally in the user’s browser using Chrome local storage.
• The extension does not store personal data on external servers.
• No browsing history, page content, or user activity is stored.

Data Sharing

• Data is shared only with the Witness Report API to fulfill the extension’s core functionality.
• No data is sold, rented, or shared with third parties.

Tracking and Analytics

The extension does not use analytics, tracking technologies, cookies, or advertising services.

Security

• All communication with the API is performed over HTTPS.
• The extension accesses only the minimum data required for its single purpose.

User Control

Users can remove or change the stored API key at any time by clearing the extension’s local storage or reinstalling the extension.

Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact the Witness Report team.

Introduction

Financial Independence and Accountability

Public trust depends on transparency. Witness Report is committed to maintaining complete financial independence and openly explaining how the organisation is funded and governed.

Section 1: Our Independence

Witness Report Incorporated is an independent, not-for-profit human rights organisation registered in South Australia.

We are funded through membership fees and voluntary public donations. We do not receive funding from governments, political parties, or foreign state institutions.

Section 2: How We Are Funded

Membership Fees

Annual memberships help support the long-term sustainability of the organisation.

Individual Donations

Voluntary public donations directly support documentation, verification, and digital infrastructure.

Community Fundraising

Community-led fundraising initiatives help expand our human rights work while preserving independence.

Charitable Contributions

We may accept charitable donations only when they do not compromise our editorial or organisational independence.

Section 3: What We Do Not Accept

Government funding

Political party funding

Foreign state institutions

Donations that require influence over reporting, investigations, or editorial decisions

Section 4: Financial Accountability

• Proper accounting records are maintained.
• Financial oversight is provided by the elected committee.
• Annual financial statements are made available to members.
• Compliance with the Associations Incorporation Act 1985 (South Australia).