SecureDrop
An open-source whistleblower submission system for media organizations to securely accept documents from anonymous sources.
What is SecureDrop?
SecureDrop is an open-source whistleblower submission system that media organizations deploy to securely accept documents from and communicate with anonymous sources. It solves the critical problem of protecting source identity and document confidentiality in investigative journalism. The system was originally created by Aaron Swartz and is now managed by the Freedom of the Press Foundation.
Media organizations, newsrooms, and investigative journalism teams that need to securely receive sensitive information from anonymous sources. Also relevant to organizations focused on transparency and secure communication.
Developers choose SecureDrop because it's a mature, battle-tested open-source solution specifically designed for whistleblower submissions with strong security guarantees. Unlike proprietary alternatives, it offers full transparency, can be self-hosted, and is developed with input from security experts and journalists.
Overview
GitHub repository for the SecureDrop whistleblower platform. Do not submit tips here!
Use Cases
Best For
- Newsrooms needing a secure channel for anonymous source submissions
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