Epstein Files Archive

About Our Sources & Methodology

Transparency in how we gather, verify, and present information.

Our Commitment to Accuracy

Every factual claim on this site is supported by a citation to a verifiable source. We believe that the public interest in the Epstein case is best served by rigorous, documented reporting rather than speculation.

Source Hierarchy

We prioritize sources in the following order:

Primary Sources (Highest Priority)

  • Official court documents and filings (indictments, depositions, court orders)
  • Department of Justice press releases and official statements
  • FBI records obtained through FOIA
  • Government agency reports and filings (USVI AG, DOJ Inspector General)
  • Official statements from named parties

Secondary Sources

  • Investigative reporting from major, reputable news outlets (New York Times, Washington Post, Miami Herald, BBC, Associated Press, Reuters)
  • Court reporting from legal databases (CourtListener, PACER)
  • Verified public records (property records, corporate filings)

Sources We Avoid

  • Anonymous social media posts or unverified claims
  • Partisan blogs or commentary sites without original reporting
  • Content aggregators that repackage other sources without verification
  • Sources with a documented history of inaccuracy

How We Cite

Our citation system is designed for transparency and verifiability:

Inline Attribution

Every factual claim includes attribution language — "according to court records," "as reported by the Associated Press," "according to DOJ press releases." This ensures readers can immediately identify the basis for each statement.

Numbered Source Lists

Each article and topic page includes a numbered list of primary sources at the bottom, with:

  • The full name of the source document or publication
  • A direct link to the source (where available)
  • The date the source was accessed

Structured Frontmatter

All sources are also recorded in each page's structured data, enabling automated verification and cross-referencing across the archive.

Case Number References

When citing court documents, we include the official case number (e.g., Case No. 15-cv-07433 for Giuffre v. Maxwell, Case No. 19-cr-00490 for U.S. v. Epstein) so readers can independently locate the original filing.

What We Won't Claim

This archive has clear boundaries on what we will and will not publish:

We Will Not

  • Publish unverified "lists" — We do not conflate names appearing in documents with allegations of wrongdoing. Being named in a contact book, flight log, or deposition is not evidence of criminal conduct.
  • Draw unsupported conclusions — We do not speculate beyond what the available evidence supports. If a connection between events is not documented, we do not imply one.
  • Present allegations as facts — Claims made in legal proceedings are clearly labeled as "alleged," "according to [plaintiff/prosecution]," or "as stated in [filing]."
  • Identify victims — We follow court-ordered protections and do not name individuals identified as victims unless they have publicly identified themselves.
  • Engage in conspiracy theorizing — We do not publish theories about the case that are not supported by court records or verified reporting from major outlets.

We Will

  • Correct errors promptly — If we publish inaccurate information, we correct it and note the correction prominently.
  • Update as new information emerges — Pages are updated as new documents are released or new verified reporting is published, with update dates noted.
  • Distinguish between levels of certainty — We clearly differentiate between established facts, allegations in legal proceedings, and matters that remain unresolved.
  • Link to original sources — Wherever possible, we link directly to the primary source so readers can verify our reporting independently.

How We Handle Disputed Information

  • Claims that are alleged but not proven are clearly labeled with "allegedly," "according to [source]," or "reportedly"
  • We distinguish between what court documents state and what has been legally established through conviction or judicial finding
  • When credible sources disagree, we present both perspectives with citations
  • We do not draw conclusions beyond what the evidence supports

Corrections Policy

If we publish inaccurate information, we will:

  1. Correct the error promptly upon discovery
  2. Note the correction at the top of the affected article with the date
  3. Preserve the correction notice permanently
  4. Describe the nature of the correction so readers understand what changed

To report an error, see our Contact page.

Editorial Independence

This archive operates independently and is not affiliated with any political party, advocacy group, law firm, or government entity. Our goal is to present documented facts, not to advance any particular narrative about the Epstein case.

We do not accept payment or consideration for including or excluding any information. All editorial decisions are based solely on the strength and reliability of available sources.