documentcloud.org operates primarily as a content publishing platform, focusing on investigative document publishing. DocumentCloud is a platform used by journalists to upload, analyze, annotate, and publish primary source documents. It helps make public records and other documents more accessible and searchable for investigative reporting. It is operated by DocumentCloud, a subsidiary of Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE).
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into document collaboration and file storage & hosting, providing a broader range of services.
journalisminvestigative reportingdocument analysispublic recordsopen data
Well Established
documentcloud.org is a well-established platform operated by DocumentCloud. Top 10,000 global website, 17 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 10,000 global website17 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While documentcloud.org is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
File Hosting
documentcloud.org
allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
Document Hosting
documentcloud.org
hosts documents and pages shared via links. Because the domain is trusted, links pass through email spam filters easily. Attackers exploit this to host fake invoices, login pages, or malware download prompts.
User-Generated Content
documentcloud.org
hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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Developer API
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GET /api/v1/classify?domain=documentcloud.org
{
"domain": "documentcloud.org",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "medium",
"category": {
"purpose": "content_publishing",
"specialization": "Investigative Document Publishing",
"secondary_purposes": [
"document_collaboration",
"file_storage"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Platform for publishing and analyzing primary source documents",
"summary": "DocumentCloud is a platform used by journalists to upload, analyze, annotate, and publish primary source documents. It helps make public records and other documents more accessible and searchable for investigative reporting.",
"operator": "DocumentCloud",
"parent_entity": "Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE)",
"topics": [
"journalism",
"investigative reporting",
"document analysis",
"public records",
"open data"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": false,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "2008-08-08",
"rank": 5905,
"hosting_provider": "CLOUDFLARENET"
}
}