Protecting personal information is vital for upholding the rights of individuals who expose corruption. Whistleblowers can report misconduct either anonymously or by disclosing their details while ensuring confidentiality.

Understanding the difference between anonymity and confidentiality is essential for anyone looking to make a report.

The confidentiality of a whistleblower involves prohibiting the disclosure of personal information about the whistleblower, their family members, or any other identifying information. The organization receiving the whistleblower's report is obligated to ensure the protection of this information.

Confidential information includes:

• first name, last name, patronymic;
• date and place of birth;
• employment and position;
• military service location;
• educational institution/internship;
• information identifying the whistleblower as a business entity;
• marital status;
• residential and work addresses;
• phone numbers, email, and other personalized communication channels;
• whistleblower's photograph;
• social media account details.

Disclosure of such information could lead to disciplinary, administrative, or criminal liability, although exceptions may apply under the Law on “Prevention of Corruption”.

The right to anonymity allows individuals to report corruption without providing any personal data. Anonymous reports are also considered, but to obtain whistleblower status and protection, an individual must reveal their identity and provide evidence linking them to the anonymous report. Measures to protect the anonymity of a whistleblower may include ensuring confidentiality and closed court hearings.

Everyone has the right to choose the format of their corruption report based on their motivations and concerns, while considering the differences outlined above to avoid misunderstandings.