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source: https://www.w3.org/TR/ethical-web-principles/
author: w3c
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The web should be a platform that helps people and provides a positive social benefit. As we continue to evolve the web platform, we must therefore consider the consequences of our work. The following document sets out ethical principles that will drive the W3C's continuing work in this direction.

2. Principles
2.1 There is one web
2.2 The web does not cause harm to society
2.3 The web supports healthy community and debate
2.4 The web is for all people
2.5 The web is secure, and respects peoples' privacy
2.6 The web enables freedom of expression
2.7 The web makes it possible to verify information
2.8 The web enhances individuals' control and power
2.9 The web is an environmentally sustainable platform
2.10 The web is transparent
2.11 The web is multi-browser, multi-OS and multi-device
2.12 The web can be consumed in any way that people choose 