About MyFOIA.ai

Government transparency
for everyone.

MyFOIA.ai was built on a simple belief: the Freedom of Information Act is a right, not a privilege. We built the tools to make it real — for journalists, researchers, advocates, and everyday citizens alike.

Our Mission

Democratizing access to
public records

The Freedom of Information Act has existed since 1967, yet exercising that right has always been harder than it should be. Confusing agency rules, inconsistent response times, technical legal language — the system was not designed with ordinary citizens in mind.

MyFOIA.ai changes that. We combine AI-powered drafting, deep agency intelligence, and automated follow-up into one platform that handles the complexity so you don't have to. Whether you're filing your first request or managing hundreds, we've built the infrastructure to back you up every step of the way.

Our commitment is simple: more transparency, less friction, and a government that is accountable to the people it serves.

100+
Federal agencies indexed with FOIA office data
20-day
Statutory response deadline we help you enforce
$0
Cost to start — free plan, no credit card required
Our Values

What we stand for

These aren't just words. They're the principles that drive every product decision we make.

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Radical Transparency

We believe government data belongs to the people. Our platform exists to make accessing that data as easy as sending an email.

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Equal Access to Justice

FOIA shouldn't require a law degree. We've built tools that level the playing field for individual citizens, not just large institutions.

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Privacy First

We protect your information with the same seriousness we expect from government. Your requests, your data, your control — always.

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AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement

Artificial intelligence amplifies what you can do — it doesn't replace your judgment. You stay in control of every request we help you file.

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Real-World Follow-Through

We don't stop at drafting. We physically mail letters, monitor responses, and take action on your behalf — because digital-only isn't always enough.

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Civic Technology That Matters

We're proud to build technology in service of democracy. A well-informed citizenry depends on access to government records — and we take that seriously.

How It Works

From idea to response — we handle it

Our platform walks you through every stage of the FOIA process, with AI assistance at every step.

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Describe What You Need

Tell us in plain English what records you're looking for. Our AI identifies the right agency, the right office, and drafts a compliant FOIA letter.

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We Send It (Really)

Activate AI Managed Mode and we physically mail your letter via certified USPS with tracking and return receipt — the way agencies actually want to receive requests.

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We Monitor & Follow Up

Your dedicated proxy email catches agency responses. We send automated follow-ups, track the statutory 20-day clock, and alert you when action is needed.

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Appeals & Escalation

If an agency denies or delays, we draft your administrative appeal. If that fails, we prepare your OGIS mediation request — all without you starting from scratch.

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Organize Your Records

Every document received, every letter sent, and every agency interaction lives in your dashboard — searchable, downloadable, and always under your control.

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Legal Help When You Need It

When a request becomes a legal matter, our Attorney Referral Network connects you with FOIA-specialized counsel based on your specific case.

The Team

Built by people who care about transparency

Our team brings together backgrounds in law, journalism, public policy, and AI engineering — united by a commitment to open government.

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Legal & Policy

FOIA Specialists

Our legal team includes former government attorneys and FOIA practitioners who ensure every letter and appeal meets the highest compliance standard.

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AI Engineering

Machine Learning

Our engineers design the models that draft, classify, and route your requests — trained on real FOIA language and agency-specific submission requirements.

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Journalism

Investigative Advisors

Experienced investigative journalists advise on request strategy, source protection, and how to turn records into stories that hold power accountable.

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Security & Privacy

Data Protection

Your requests involve sensitive information. Our security team ensures industry-standard encryption, access controls, and data-handling practices throughout.

Pricing

Simple, transparent plans

Start free and upgrade only when you need more. Every plan lets you create unlimited self-managed requests — AI Managed Mode activations are what scale with your plan. Postage included: each activation covers certified USPS mailing for both the initial letter and appeal.

Free
$0
always free

Perfect for getting started. Draft and track your own requests at no cost.

AI Managed Mode
Self-managed Unlimited
Concurrent open 5 max
Document storage 100 MB
  • ✓ AI request drafting
  • ✓ Agency Explorer
  • ✓ Deadline tracking & alerts
  • ✓ Fee waiver credential builder
  • ✓ Upload tracking number
  • ✗ AI Managed Mode
  • ✗ FOIA Statistics
  • ✗ Attorney Referral
Get Started Free
Standard
$19.99/mo
billed monthly

One fully managed request per month — certified postage for both the initial letter and appeal included.

New managed activations 1 / month
Postage included ✓ Initial + Appeal
Concurrent managed open 3 max
Document storage 1 GB
  • ✓ Everything in Free
  • ✓ AI Managed Mode
  • ✓ USPS certified postage included
  • ✓ FOIA Statistics (basic)
  • ✓ Follow-up & appeal letter drafting
  • ✓ Email & SMS alerts
  • ✗ Attorney Referral
  • ✗ Full FOIA Statistics
Upgrade to Standard
Enterprise
$149.99/mo
billed monthly

For newsrooms, law firms, NGOs, and teams with high request volume and compliance requirements.

New managed activations 10 / month
Postage included ✓ Initial + Appeal each
Concurrent managed open Unlimited
Document storage 100 GB
  • ✓ Everything in Professional
  • ✓ Team accounts (10 seats)
  • ✓ Dedicated account support
  • ✓ SLA guarantee (99.5% uptime)
  • ✓ Custom integrations
  • ✓ Compliance reporting
  • ✓ Onboarding & training
Contact Us
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How AI Managed Mode works — and why postage is included

When you enable Managed Mode, MyFOIA.ai physically mails your certified FOIA letter via USPS (with tracking and return receipt), monitors for agency responses through your secure proxy email address, and autonomously sends follow-ups, drafts administrative appeals, and escalates to OGIS mediation — all without you lifting a finger. Each activation covers both the initial certified mailing ($6.08) and an appeal mailing ($6.08) if needed. That's $12.16 in real postage per request, baked into your plan price. You can always draft and mail your own letter at any tier — just upload the tracking number and Managed Mode picks up from there. Learn more in our FAQ →

Ready to file your first
FOIA request?

Join citizens, journalists, and researchers who use MyFOIA.ai to hold government accountable. Start free — no credit card required.

Get in Touch

Contact us

Have a question, a press inquiry, or interested in Enterprise? We'd love to hear from you.

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General Inquiries
hello@myfoia.ai
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Zhao Boerner Corporation
910 17th St NW, 5th Floor Suite 23
Washington, DC 20006
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Enterprise & Partnerships
enterprise@myfoia.ai
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Press & Media
press@myfoia.ai
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