Emergency Data Requests (EDRs): Overview

Emergency Data Requests (EDRs) are expedited legal mechanisms used by law enforcement and government agencies to access user data from digital platforms during urgent situations such as imminent threats to life, terrorism, or other critical criminal investigations.

Once approved, an EDR allows access to sensitive user data, including:

• IP address logs
• Geolocation information
• Messages and communications

Types of EDRs and Typical Response Times

EDR Response in Different Regions

First-World Countries (Developed Nations)

• Fast processing and turnaround
• Requests usually go through internal legal review
• Platforms have secure, dedicated portals for law enforcement

Second-World Countries

• Variable response times depending on infrastructure

• Some countries require MLATs due to limited legal integration

Third-World Countries

• EDRs may be delayed or denied
• MLATs (Mutual Legal Assistance Treaties) are often required
• Lack of infrastructure and international agreements can be a barrier

Law Enforcement Portals Used for EDRs

Meta Law Enforcement Portal (Facebook, Instagram)

Used by law enforcement to request user data from Meta-owned platforms.

Data Available:

• User account information (name, email, phone)
• Login history
• Private messages
• IP addresses and location data

Typical Response Time: Within a few hours for emergency requests

EDR-Screenshot: https://dump.li/image/2700a4f452ea7c54.png

Kodex Portal (Multi-Platform Access, Excludes TikTok)

Kodex is a centralized law enforcement portal used to access data from platforms such as:

• Discord
• Roblox
• Coinbase
• Other supported services

Data Available:

• User profiles (emails, usernames)
• Chat and activity logs
• Geolocation via IP address
• Payment and transaction data (e.g., Coinbase)

Typical Response Time: Near real-time for verified urgent requests, slower for routine ones

Portal:

EDR Example from Kodex: https://dump.li/image/612bc4ae7601868b.png

LE Portal (Meta)

Meta’s Law Enforcement Portal is used by agencies to request data from platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and other Meta services.

Data Available:

• Account details (name, email address, phone number)

• Login logs and session metadata

• Private messages and chat history

• IP address history and geolocation data

Typical Response Time: Usually responds within a few hours for emergency cases.

Portal:

EDR Request Example:

TikTok Law Enforcement Portal

TikTok operates its own law enforcement request system, separate from Kodex.

Data Available:

• Account information (username, email, phone)
• Uploaded videos and associated metadata
• Message and comment history
• IP logs and device login details

Typical Response Time: Varies by jurisdiction and severity of request

TikTok LE Portal: https://dump.li/image/63497b72eec908de.png

EDR Example: https://dump.li/image/c965ff3d0eb45aa8.png

FAQ

Q: Why not rely on stealer logs for government emails?

A: Well these were typically obtained via phishing or through stealer logs. Phishing remains the more reliable method. While logs can be useful, they often contain has other world countries.

Q: What’s the issue with using stealer logs to access government emails?

A: Stealer logs are useless because you only get third world countries that don’t even EDR. Accessing anything meaningful would require an MLAT request, which isn’t worth it. Also, Kodex Portal checks for breaches, so your government email will never be verified it doesn’t matter what agency you have.

Q: Can I get EDR templates or scripts?

A: Yes, if you’re looking for EDR templates or scripts, you can message me directly.

B: They usually use an EDR request to obtain user data to phishing