Journalist access, step by step.

Who it is for

Reporters, editors, producers and fact-checkers who work for a news organisation, or independent journalists who can show their work. Thoth builds sourced profiles of real people and organisations, so we confirm who is using it.

The four steps

1. Sign inUse the same account you check claims with. The application is tied to it.
2. ApplyOpen the application form. Give your name, organisation, role and what you will use Thoth for, and upload a clear photo or PDF of your press card or work ID (under 3 MB). Tick the box to agree to how we use your ID.
3. Wait for approvalA PIJAlance reviewer checks your ID and details. You get an email when it is approved or declined, and you can see the status on the apply page. If we need more, we write to you.
4. Pay to unlockAfter approval, you make the access payment on the billing page. Once it is confirmed, Thoth unlocks on your account straight away.

Payment is not switched on yet. Applications are open now; approved journalists will be told when payment opens.

What we do with your ID

• It is used only to confirm you are a working journalist.
• Only PIJAlance staff reviewing applications can open it.
• It is stored securely and is not shown to other users or sold.

See the Privacy Policy for retention details.

If you are declined

We will tell you why when we can. You can write to us from the contact page to provide more proof, then apply again.