The Ethical Web Data Collection Initiative (EWDCI)
Our Members Are Setting the Standard for Ethical Data Aggregation
The EWDCI Certified Trust Seal:
EWDCI members are eligible to pursue the EWDCI Trust Seal, based on adherence to the EWDCI Core Principles.
The Trust Seal reflects the collective voice of an industry determined to define its own future with integrity, transparency, and respect for the people and systems that make up the Internet. Companies displaying this Trust Seal sends a clear message to partners, regulators, and the public: this organization practices data collection responsibly, ethically, and with respect for users and the web.
When you see this seal, you know you are working with a company dedicated to:
- Transparency
- Digital boundaries and fair use
- Privacy-forward practices
- Accountability
- Ecosystem collaboration
Get to Know Our Members
The companies driving EWDCI represent the forefront of ethical data use across industries. Read about their values, missions, and leadership in our ongoing Member Q&A series.
Join the Ethical Web Data Collection Initiative
If your company aggregates or works with web data and shares our vision for an open, ethical Internet, we invite you to get involved.
Membership in EWDCI is open to organizations that are committed to industry best practices and that seek to help define, not just follow, the standards for ethical data collection.
To inquire about membership or begin the Trust Seal accreditation process, contact:
Hilary Osborne
Membership Director, i2Coalition
[email protected]
Our Partnership
About EWDCI + i2Coalition
The Ethical Web Data Collection Initiative (EWDCI)
EWDCI fosters collaboration in web data collection, leveraging industry insights to advocate for ethical standards and best practices. It strengthens public trust, promotes guidelines, and helps businesses make informed data aggregation decisions.
The Internet Infrastructure Coalition (i2Coalition, i2C)
i2C is the leading voice for web hosting, cloud infrastructure, and related tech. It advocates for sensible policies, industry standards, and best practices while raising awareness of Internet infrastructure. i2C also founded the VPN Trust Initiative to promote best practices in the VPN industry.
Participating Members