From 3d1f67fb7c69a2a6b006ea49e0cb063afe1eaae7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: hendr-ik Date: Thu, 22 Aug 2019 09:13:53 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] update colors and menu --- homepage/content/pages/deep-dive.md | 14 +++++++------- homepage/content/pages/index.md | 8 ++++---- homepage/content/pages/opt-out.md | 4 ++-- homepage/content/pages/status.md | 4 ++-- homepage/theme/static/scripts/fade.js | 2 +- homepage/theme/templates/base.html | 13 ++++++++++--- styles/index.css | 17 ++++++++++++----- 7 files changed, 38 insertions(+), 24 deletions(-) diff --git a/homepage/content/pages/deep-dive.md b/homepage/content/pages/deep-dive.md index 3021e79..e433c64 100644 --- a/homepage/content/pages/deep-dive.md +++ b/homepage/content/pages/deep-dive.md @@ -25,13 +25,13 @@ As a regular user of the internet, are you really being spied upon? *What exactl [^7]: Google CEO Eric Schmidt Dismisses the Importance of Privacy -We would like to turn the tables on this much quoted statement and apply it to the operators of services and websites instead of their users. The analytics software __Offen__ *transparently and uncompromisingly discloses what data is being collected and what it is being used for* to the users. +We would like to turn the tables on this much quoted statement and apply it to the operators of services and websites instead of their users. The analytics software __offen__ *transparently and uncompromisingly discloses what data is being collected and what it is being used for* to the users. --- ### For users -Visiting a website or using a web application that utilizes __Offen__, the user gains access to and ownership of the usage data collected. The cookie used by __Offen__ allows viewing all of the associated metrics, the users can *assert themselves what is being collected and what isn't*. Data is being displayed in an accessible and articulate manner and each metric comes with explanations about its usage, relevance and possible privacy implications. +Visiting a website or using a web application that utilizes __offen__, the user gains access to and ownership of the usage data collected. The cookie used by __offen__ allows viewing all of the associated metrics, the users can *assert themselves what is being collected and what isn't*. Data is being displayed in an accessible and articulate manner and each metric comes with explanations about its usage, relevance and possible privacy implications. Users can choose to export their data, delete it selectively or in its entirety, or simply opt out of any data collection. @@ -39,11 +39,11 @@ Users can choose to export their data, delete it selectively or in its entirety, Operators of small and mid-sized websites and web applications are faced with growing challenges not only since the introduction of GDPR: how do they gain insights into what users are interested in and which of the features offered are being used? Is it possible to showcase *transparent and considerate handling of user data* - i.e. neither being spy or data leech - without surrendering and abandoning usage metrics altogether? -Choosing __Offen__, websites and web applications obtain a free, open and robust tool for collecting and analyzing relevant usage data. The insights gained enable continuous improvement of these services while still respecting their user's privacy. *Opening up the data to the users does not constitute a disadvantage, but strengthens the relationship with them* by being entirely transparent. +Choosing __offen__, websites and web applications obtain a free, open and robust tool for collecting and analyzing relevant usage data. The insights gained enable continuous improvement of these services while still respecting their user's privacy. *Opening up the data to the users does not constitute a disadvantage, but strengthens the relationship with them* by being entirely transparent. ### Part of the public debate -Transparently handling usage data in the open creates mutual trust while still enabling operators to collect needed usage statistics. __Offen__ is designed to be a mediating agent only, and does not side with either users or operators. Sharing knowledge between the two parties creates opportunities for an *open and fact based discussion* about user data and privacy. Users gain insights into what data is being collected and what these data points are used for, just like they learn about which kind of data is not part of the collection. They are enabled to reach self-determined decisions about what they consent with and what they disagree with when it comes to privacy on the web, also in other contexts than analytics. +Transparently handling usage data in the open creates mutual trust while still enabling operators to collect needed usage statistics. __offen__ is designed to be a mediating agent only, and does not side with either users or operators. Sharing knowledge between the two parties creates opportunities for an *open and fact based discussion* about user data and privacy. Users gain insights into what data is being collected and what these data points are used for, just like they learn about which kind of data is not part of the collection. They are enabled to reach self-determined decisions about what they consent with and what they disagree with when it comes to privacy on the web, also in other contexts than analytics. We want to exemplify that it is time to depart the age of "data capitalism" [^8] and to create *technologies and infrastructure that are transparent, open and oriented towards the common good* @@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ We want to exemplify that it is time to depart the age of "data capitalism" [^8] ### offen as a technology -At runtime, __Offen__ is just mediating exchange between users and operators. Usage data is collected in conformance to GDPR and with the concept of "Datensparsamkeit" [^9] in mind. All user data is encrypted in the browser so that it can only be accessed by the users themselves or the matching operator. While being collected in the context of a website or application, neither operators nor third party scripts have any possibilty to access the usage data. __Offen__ itself doesn't have any way of decrypting, processing or even selling the gathered data at any point. +At runtime, __offen__ is just mediating exchange between users and operators. Usage data is collected in conformance to GDPR and with the concept of "Datensparsamkeit" [^9] in mind. All user data is encrypted in the browser so that it can only be accessed by the users themselves or the matching operator. While being collected in the context of a website or application, neither operators nor third party scripts have any possibilty to access the usage data. __offen__ itself doesn't have any way of decrypting, processing or even selling the gathered data at any point. [^9]: Datensparsamkeit @@ -68,11 +68,11 @@ Users and operators are given intuitive and accessibility-focused tools for anal ### Modus Operandi -Developing and running __Offen__ can only work out when it is entirely *free of any kind of economic constraints or goals* and its only objective is *contributing to the common good*. Development of a prototype is reliant on public grants or similar funding sources. Long term operation of the software, just like its maintenance and continued development, is tied to resources granted by foundations or being donated by the public. +Developing and running __offen__ can only work out when it is entirely *free of any kind of economic constraints or goals* and its only objective is *contributing to the common good*. Development of a prototype is reliant on public grants or similar funding sources. Long term operation of the software, just like its maintenance and continued development, is tied to resources granted by foundations or being donated by the public. ### Status Quo -__Offen__ is created by [Frederik Ring][frederik-ring]{: target="_blank"} and [Hendrik Niefeld][hendrik-niefeld]{: target="_blank"} and is currently being conceptually designed, both as a product as well as as a software. +__offen__ is created by [Frederik Ring][frederik-ring]{: target="_blank"} and [Hendrik Niefeld][hendrik-niefeld]{: target="_blank"} and is currently being conceptually designed, both as a product as well as as a software. We are happy about any kind of feedback. From *criticism and praise to contributions or support*, everything is welcome. diff --git a/homepage/content/pages/index.md b/homepage/content/pages/index.md index 9c964c7..dcec6fe 100644 --- a/homepage/content/pages/index.md +++ b/homepage/content/pages/index.md @@ -3,13 +3,13 @@ description: offen is a free and open source analytics software for websites and save_as: index.html href: / -__Offen__ is a web analytics software that gives users access to the data they are generating. Not only operators running sites or applications are given able to use the analytics tools, but also *the users themselves are granted access to and ownership of their data*. +__offen__ is a web analytics software that gives users access to the data they are generating. Not only operators running sites or applications are given able to use the analytics tools, but also *the users themselves are granted access to and ownership of their data*. -Usage metrics come with explanations about their meaning, relevance, usage and possible privacy implications. __Offen__ also details *which kind of data is not collected*. All data can be deleted selectively or in its entirety by the users, or the collection can be disabled altogether. +Usage metrics come with explanations about their meaning, relevance, usage and possible privacy implications. __offen__ also details *which kind of data is not collected*. All data can be deleted selectively or in its entirety by the users, or the collection can be disabled altogether. -__Offen__ treats both users and operators as parties of equal importance. Users can expect full transparency and are encouraged to make *autonomous and informed decisions regarding the use of their data*. Operators are enabled to gain insights while respecting their users' privacy and data. +__offen__ treats both users and operators as parties of equal importance. Users can expect full transparency and are encouraged to make *autonomous and informed decisions regarding the use of their data*. Operators are enabled to gain insights while respecting their users' privacy and data. -__Offen__ is currently in the early stages of development and is applying for funds to sustain its development. An early alpha version is running on this site: you can *visit the [auditorium](https://auditorium-alpha.offen.dev)* to access your data. +__offen__ is currently in the early stages of development and is applying for funds to sustain its development. An early alpha version is running on this site: you can *visit the [auditorium](https://auditorium-alpha.offen.dev)* to access your data.
Deep dive diff --git a/homepage/content/pages/opt-out.md b/homepage/content/pages/opt-out.md index 187168b..9f40621 100644 --- a/homepage/content/pages/opt-out.md +++ b/homepage/content/pages/opt-out.md @@ -4,9 +4,9 @@ save_as: opt-out/index.html ### You are opted out -This will prevent __Offen__ from aggregating the actions you have taken on participating websites. +This will prevent __offen__ from aggregating the actions you have taken on participating websites. -Operators now cannot draw any conclusions from your actions via __Offen__. At the same time, however, they *cannot create a better experience* for you and other users. +Operators now cannot draw any conclusions from your actions via __offen__. At the same time, however, they *cannot create a better experience* for you and other users.