EDGAR Next: What You Need to Know Before the September 15, 2025 Deadline

EDGAR Next is the Security and Exchange Commission's most significant update to filing access in decades — and every public company must be ready. Starting September 15, 2025, filers will need secure login.gov credentials and designated account administrators to maintain access.

To avoid disruptions, filers must enroll between March 24 and September 12, 2025. Enrollment stays open until December 19, but you won't be able to file until it's complete. This could delay time-sensitive disclosures.

After December 19, filers who haven't enrolled must submit an amended Form ID, which involves more documentation and SEC review. Enrolling early helps you skip this extra step.

This new system eliminates shared credentials and introduces a centralized dashboard where you'll manage access, assign account administrators, and complete required annual confirmations.

Failing to enroll by the deadline means losing filing access. This can lead to missed deadlines, regulatory reapplications, and serious compliance risks during peak reporting periods.

In this blog, we outline what's changing, what steps you need to take, and how TMX Newsfile can help you transition smoothly.

Note: For more guidance, check out our related posts: 7 Biggest Compliance Mistakes Public Companies Make and Understanding EDGAR Filings: What You Need to Know.

Key Features of EDGAR Next

1. Enhanced Security
• Replaces shared access codes with secure login.gov credentials and admin-based access
• Multifactor authentication required for all users
2. Improved Account Management
• Assign account administrators to manage users and access
• Admins must confirm account details annually
3. New CCC Assignment
• You'll receive a new CCC after enrollment
• It must be distributed securely to all authorized filers
4. Optional API Access
• Available for machine-to-machine filing through third-party platforms

Here's how EDGAR Next compares to the legacy EDGAR system across key areas of access and management.

What You Need to Do — And How TMX Newsfile Can Help

Below are the steps you need to complete before the September 15, 2025 deadline, along with tips on how TMX Newsfile can support you at each stage.

Step 1: Prepare

Create Your login.gov Credentials - Every person accessing EDGAR must set up an individual login.gov account. TMX Newsfile can walk you through this process, especially for larger teams unfamiliar with secure login systems.

Assign Account Administrators - You'll need to assign 1–2 people to manage users, CIK access, and filing rights. At least two account administrators are required, but you can designate up to 20 and update them anytime after enrollment.

If you choose TMX Newsfile to lead your EDGAR Next transition, we'll assign five trained admins to your account and help you select your internal ones.

Step 2: Enroll

Enroll via the EDGAR Filer Management Dashboard - Enrollment is a one-time action per CIK. Once complete, you'll receive a new CCC code and updated account structure.

The SEC has launched an EDGAR Next Beta dashboard so filers can explore the new system before enrolling.

TMX Newsfile offers two enrollment options:

• TMX Newsfile Leads: We manage enrollment, CCC, admins, and confirmations for $250/year
• Client Leads: You enroll and grant TMX Newsfile filing rights via login.gov (more hands-on but still supported)

Submit your completed enrollment form to: office@newsfilecorp.com

Enrollment Rules & Reminders

Before you enroll, keep these key reminders in mind to avoid access issues and ensure a smooth transition:

• Only one enrollment is allowed per CIK. If multiple enrollments are submitted, it may create conflicts.
• Submit your enrollment form to TMX Newsfile before anyone else enrolls your CIK.
• If you'd like TMX Newsfile to complete enrollment on your behalf, please ensure no other party has started the process.

One final detail to keep in mind during enrollment is the role of your new CCC.

Why Enrolling Early Helps You Stay Compliant

Enrolling early in EDGAR Next helps avoid last-minute bottlenecks and keeps your company filing-ready. A surge in enrollments is expected in late summer, which could lead to SEC backlogs or delays, especially during peak filing periods.

If your passphrase isn't already on file, regenerating it can take time. Assigning account administrators and securely distributing your new CCC may also take longer than if left to the final weeks.

By acting now, you'll avoid delays, reduce stress, and ensure full support throughout the transition. To maintain uninterrupted filing access, enroll by September 12, 2025, ahead of the September 15 compliance date.

Here's a quick checklist to make sure you're fully prepared for EDGAR Next before the compliance deadline.

Step 3: Stay Compliant

Complete Annual Confirmation - Your CIK must be confirmed each year by an account admin. Miss the deadline and you lose access. With TMX Newsfile Leads, we track and submit confirmations for you.

You can stay on top of future changes by bookmarking the SEC's official EDGAR Next updates page.

"Annual confirmations and token management are part of the new reality with EDGAR Next. We are helping clients stay organized and filing-ready—without the stress."

— Martin Francisco, Filing Lead & News Specialist, TMX Newsfile

If You're Enrolling Yourself

There are two ways to keep TMX Newsfile as your designated filer in the new EDGAR system.

• Option 1: Add TMX Newsfile as a delegated filer in your EDGAR account
• Option 2: Let us request delegation for your approval

Both options ensure we maintain filing capabilities on your behalf.

What TMX Newsfile Can Do for You

Whether you lead the process yourself or choose TMX Newsfile to support you, here's how the responsibilities break down.

Ready to Get Started?

Download our EDGAR Next enrollment form and send it to office@newsfilecorp.com.

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