SpectARM

Who are we?

SpectARM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to accelerating online user protection through transparent data sharing, open-source technology, and community-driven solutions. SpectARM bridges data silos, enabling real-time detection and blocking of online criminal activity. Through initiatives like our Threat Data Exchange (TDX), Online Safety Report Card (ORC), and future projects, we aim to create a safer and more trustworthy digital environment for all.

SpectARM was formed in 2024 by leaders from Trust & Safety, Legal, Brand Protection, Criminology Research, and Law Enforcement, who came together to to address shared frustration with the tech sector’s lag in effectively preventing cybercrime at scale and need for a more data grounded conversation about the true size and scale of online criminal activity targeting worldwide users every single day.

Mission

SpectARM’s mission is to accelerate online user protection through transparent data sharing, open-source technology, and community solutions. We believe all users should be seamlessly empowered with tools and information for safe browsing and shopping. We strive to measurably advance technical innovation, research, and platform accountability in online safety.

Vision

SpectARM vision is to seamlessly empower all online users with a safe online browsing and shopping experience bridging threat data silos, creating a singular constellation of threat data and intelligence enabling real time detection, blocking, and enforcement of online criminal activity.