Governance Handbook
Version 1.0 | May 2026
Mission Statement
“Keepr is a sanctuary of human memory. It exists so that children can hear their parents, partners can feel their love, and friends can laugh at shared memories - even when time has moved on. Keepr will never sell, exploit, or surrender its users' stories. It is built to preserve, protect, and honour. This mission is not negotiable - not by investors, acquirers, or external interests.”
Martin McDonnell
Founder
Core Principles
1. Ownership
All memories remain owned by the user or their designated family trustees. Keepr will never sell, exploit, or surrender user data.
2. Emotion is Sacred
User memories will never be used as AI training data or be monetized without explicit, informed user consent.
3. Human-First
The app is designed for connection, dignity, and preservation. Technology serves humans, not the other way around.
Legal Protection Framework
Golden Share Protection
The Keepr Legacy Foundation holds a golden share with veto power. No investor, acquirer, or external party can override the founding principles. This ensures the mission survives any future ownership changes.
Security Authority
Security rules and data governance are under sole founder authority. No developer or administrator can bypass these protections. All access is logged and auditable.
User Agreements
Clear, specific agreements protect both users and the platform:
- Tester Agreements: Protect early users during development
- Personal User Terms: Define rights and protections for individuals
- Business Terms: Framework for organizational use
Version History
| Version | Date | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | May 2026 | Initial governance framework |