Open data for researchers
Kleptik’s public records and newswire are available as a free, read-only API in JSON and CSV. No key required. Attribution appreciated: “Source: Kleptik / GCIRP”.
Records
Public records — sanctions, debarments, watchlists and Interpol Red Notices — aggregated from official sources.
GET https://kleptik.com/api/v1/records
Query parameters: category, region, q (search title), limit (max 500), format=csv.
Examples:
Newswire
Aggregated corruption & illicit-finance coverage with links to the original outlet.
GET https://kleptik.com/api/v1/news
Query parameters: topic, q, limit (max 300), format=csv.
Examples:
- /api/v1/news?topic=Sanctions&limit=50
- /api/v1/news?format=csv (CSV download)
Quick downloads
Terms
The API is provided as-is for research and reporting. Records link to their underlying official sources; newswire items link to the originating outlet, which holds copyright to the full article. Please cache responses and be considerate with request volume. For bulk or research access, contact newsroom@kleptik.com.