Not your name, not your shares!

The comprehensive open source, nonprofit, public database on Direct Registration Systems for publicly traded companies

Direct Registration puts stocks in YOUR name instead of your broker's — giving you true ownership of your investments

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How DRS Works

1

Find Your Company

Search our database to find the company you own shares in and its transfer agent

2

Contact Transfer Agent

Follow instructions to contact the company's transfer agent to initiate DRS

3

Register Your Shares

Complete the process to move your shares from broker to direct registration

4

Enjoy True Ownership

Your shares are now registered in your name with all associated rights

About WhyDRS

The WhyDRS Database is a comprehensive, community-driven resource providing essential information about publicly traded companies and share registration systems.

This Database is maintained by WhyDRS, which is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and a DUNA.

Our mission is to collect and source the scattered information about the Direct Registration System (DRS), making ownership accessible to any investor who wants to understand their investments better and take control of their share ownership. We believe that all investors deserve access to this information.

This 100% volunteer-driven project updates daily with the latest data from official sources including the SEC, and can be updated manually by individual contributors. If you want to learn more or if you want to help verify contributions, check out our GitHub.

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Database Access

Search our comprehensive database of publicly traded companies to find information about their Direct Registration Systems.

Community Updates

Our database is continuously enhanced by passionate contributors, ensuring the information remains accurate and comprehensive.

Multiple Formats

Access data in CSV, JSON, or through our interactive web interface.

Comprehensive Data

Get detailed information on ticker symbols, company names, exchanges, transfer agents, and DRS eligibility.

Contribute

WhyDRS is a community-driven project. We welcome contributions from everyone!

GitHub

Fork our repository, make changes, and submit a pull request.

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Data Submission

Submit new data or corrections through our simple form.

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