EIDR Reference Library

EIDR Reference Library

The EIDR Reference Library is the authoritative source for documentation, technical specifications, governance materials, and operational guidance related to the EIDR Registry.

This library serves as the public record of how EIDR operates, including registry policies, data standards, de-duplication logic, committee outputs, system architecture, and implementation guidance. It is intended for registrants, developers, standards bodies, and industry partners who rely on EIDR identifiers in their workflows.

EIDR is a global, nonprofit registry for unique audiovisual identifiers. Accuracy, transparency, and interoperability are foundational to our mission. The materials published here reflect the current operating framework of the registry and are updated as systems and policies evolve.

What You Will Find Here

Registry Documentation
Technical specifications, APIs, data model references, and system architecture materials.

Data Governance and Policy
Participation policies, metadata guidelines, and registry operating rules.

De-duplication and Data Quality
Documentation of matching logic, curation workflows, and quality assurance processes.

Committees and Working Groups
Published outputs, recommendations, and implementation guidance from EIDR committees.

Infrastructure and System Updates
Documentation related to registry modernization and operational improvements.

Using the Library

All materials in the EIDR Reference Library are publicly accessible. Documents are versioned where appropriate and reflect the most current approved standards and practices.

For registry access, participation inquiries, or implementation support, please visit the main EIDR website.