Why leading news organizations use SecureDrop to communicate with sources

SecureDrop is an open source whistleblower submission system news organizations can install to safely and anonymously receive documents and tips from sources. It is used at over 60 news organizations worldwide, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, ProPublica, The Globe and Mail, and The Intercept. You can read more about the advantages of the SecureDrop architecture below:

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No third parties

Server is completely owned by and sits inside news organization.

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Minimizes Metadata

Does not log your IP addresses, browser, or computer.

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Encryption

Encrypts your data in transit and at rest.

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Protects against hackers

Forces security best practices for journalists & can be used in high-risk environments.

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Free Software

Licensed as free and open source software.

To install SecureDrop, we have published comprehensive documentation for the required hardware, the technical skills required for a SecureDrop administrator at your news outlet, and step-by-step instructions for setting it up. All of that documentation can be found here.

The installation procedure for SecureDrop can be complicated, but the SecureDrop team can help. Once you've read through the installation documents and the Frequently Asked Questions, you can reach out to us using the form here for assistance.