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+# Introduction
+Failmap is a web application that continuously scans and evaluates (government) organization websites for security best practices and allows these results to be published on a map.
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+This repository contains the main application of Failmap, it consists of a public web frontend, a administrative interface and scanners.
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+To run a local testing/development instance see the instructions below.
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+For a public production installation please refer to: https://gitlab.com/failmap/server
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+![screenshot](docs/screenshot.png)
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 # Support fail map
 We keep organizations on their toes to protect everyone's data. Do you like this? Your donation insures continuous support, updates,
 and new features.
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