Whistleblower guidelines

How we protect you

• No name required. The report form doesn't ask for your name or contact details. You can report completely anonymously.
• Auto-generated usernames. If you create an account, you get a random public name (like "ForestGuardian23")—not your real identity.
• Private contact info. If you choose to add an email for account recovery, it's stored securely and never shown publicly.
• Secure storage. Reports are encrypted and access is limited to trusted moderators and verified partners.
• Photo privacy. When taking photos, avoid capturing faces, vehicle plates, or anything that could identify you. Focus on the environmental damage and mining activity itself.
• Local drafts. Unsubmitted reports stay on your device only—we don't see them until you submit.

What we can't guarantee

We want to be honest about our limitations:

• We can't guarantee your physical safety. Reporting illegal activity can carry risks that we cannot prevent.
• We're not a legal shield. Using this platform doesn't provide legal whistleblower protections under law.
• We can't prevent all identification. If you include identifying details in your report text or photos, that information becomes visible.

Best practices for reporters

• Never endanger yourself. No report is worth risking your safety. If a situation feels dangerous, leave immediately.
• Don't include personal details. Avoid mentioning your name, where you live, your workplace, or other identifying information.
• Be careful with photos. Avoid capturing faces, vehicle plates, or anything that could identify you as the photographer.
• Don't discuss reports locally. Keep your reporting activity private. Don't tell neighbors you've submitted reports.
• Use public networks if concerned. If you're worried about tracing, submit from a library or café rather than home.

For organizations

NGOs, CSOs, and verified organizations can display their organization name instead of an auto-generated username. This helps establish credibility for institutional reports.

To register as an organization, contact us with your organization details for verification.