We defeated national security letters! A federal judge just ordered the the FBI to stop issuing spying orders, called national security letters (NSLs), which forced companies to collect and disclose data while simultaneously censoring the company from discussing it with the press or public. It's a landmark ruling that strikes at one of the most domineering powers advanced by the infamous USA PATRIOT Act. The government will likely file an appeal. But EFF is invigorated by this victory and plans to battle every step of the way. In the words of EFF Senior Staff Attorney Matt Zimmerman: "The government's gags have truncated the public debate on these controversial surveillance tools. Our client looks forward to the day when it can publicly discuss its experience." We couldn't have done this without dedicated supporters who join us in challenging injustice and overreach. EFF members are the backbone of our operation—please join us in celebrating this victory by donating to EFF! Photo of some of EFF's NSL case team. EFF is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Our tax ID number is 04-3091431. Your gift is tax deductible to the full extent provided by law, less the fair market value of any substantial gifts chosen at the time of your donation. To view our financial records, please visit Guidestar or Charity Navigator.

We defeated national security letters!

A federal judge just ordered the the FBI to stop issuing spying orders, called national security letters (NSLs), which forced companies to collect and disclose data while simultaneously censoring the company from discussing it with the press or public. It's a landmark ruling that strikes at one of the most domineering powers advanced by the infamous USA PATRIOT Act.
The government will likely file an appeal. But EFF is invigorated by this victory and plans to battle every step of the way. In the words of EFF Senior Staff Attorney Matt Zimmerman: "The government's gags have truncated the public debate on these controversial surveillance tools. Our client looks forward to the day when it can publicly discuss its experience."
We couldn't have done this without dedicated supporters who join us in challenging injustice and overreach. EFF members are the backbone of our operation—please join us in celebrating this victory by donating to EFF!

EFF is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Our tax ID number is 04-3091431. Your gift is tax deductible to the full extent provided by law, less the fair market value of any substantial gifts chosen at the time of your donation. To view our financial records, please visit Guidestar or Charity Navigator.