Research Methodology
How we analyze internet censorship and digital rights violations worldwide.
Our Approach
Our research methodology combines multiple data sources and analytical approaches to provide comprehensive, accurate assessments of internet censorship and digital rights violations. We prioritize transparency, verifiability, and independence in all our research.
Data Sources
Legal Documentation
- • Government legislation and regulations
- • Court decisions and legal precedents
- • Official policy documents and guidelines
- • Parliamentary debates and committee reports
Technical Analysis
- • DNS filtering and blocking measurements
- • Network traffic analysis
- • Platform compliance testing
- • Circumvention tool effectiveness studies
Human Rights Reports
- • International human rights organizations
- • Digital rights advocacy groups
- • Academic research and studies
- • Journalist and civil society reports
Analysis Framework
Legal Analysis
- • Review of relevant legislation
- • Assessment of enforcement mechanisms
- • Analysis of compliance requirements
- • Evaluation of oversight and accountability
Technical Assessment
- • Measurement of actual blocking
- • Analysis of circumvention effectiveness
- • Assessment of technical capabilities
- • Evaluation of user impact
Quality Assurance
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Peer Review
All research undergoes internal peer review before publication.
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Source Verification
All sources are verified and cross-referenced for accuracy.
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Regular Updates
Research is regularly updated to reflect new developments.
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Transparency
Our methods and sources are clearly documented and accessible.
Limitations
Our research has certain limitations that users should be aware of:
- • Information may become outdated as laws and practices change
- • Some countries have limited transparency about their censorship practices
- • Technical measurements may not capture all forms of censorship
- • Circumvention tool effectiveness can vary by location and time