WikiLeaks Search
Operator: WikiLeaks
Search engine for published WikiLeaks documents, with word, phrase and date filters.
Documents & Files
Product
WikiLeaks Search, the cross-collection document search at search.wikileaks.org.
Availability and source date
Active
As of: 16 October 2026.
No functionality test has been performed.
Use in OSINT research
Finds mentions of names, organisations or terms in published documents. Results must be assessed in the context of the document concerned.
Queries
| Input | Result | Result type |
|---|---|---|
| Keyword / free text | Documents containing matching words or exact phrases; can be narrowed by original document date or publication date. | Retrieved |
| Email address | Documents containing the specified email address; the search help requires quotation marks for this. | Retrieved |
Features
- Searches documents for words and exact phrases.
- Combines search terms with OR and excludes individual terms.
- Limits searches to titles or document content.
- Filters by document date or publication on WikiLeaks.
- Extends searches to explicitly listed external sources.
Categories
- Documents & Files
- Document search
Coverage
Dataset
Published WikiLeaks documents; optional additional sources such as Cryptome and ICWatch. The search page does not state a current total for the index.
Access
Requirements
The search form and search help are accessible without signing in.
Export
Unknown
Provider
WikiLeaks
Country of establishment
Unknown
Interfaces
No API, MCP or AI integration is documented.
Legal note
Before using or sharing leaked personal data, check the legal basis and the rights of those affected.
Limitations
- A result establishes that something is mentioned in a document, not that the statement in it is true.
- The currency and completeness of the search index are not specified.
Guides and practical reports
Official · Search tips: WikiLeaks search operators
WikiLeaks · EN
Explains phrases, exclusions, field searches and proximity operators.