Novaworks Weblog - GoFiler Updates

Interim Release of GoFiler (6.5a Patch B)

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:20:00 -0400

To help filers navigate recent unexpected changes made by the SEC concerning the EDGAR 26.1 release, more specifically, Section 16 filing, Novaworks has provided a patch for GoFiler version 6.5a. Continue reading "Interim Release of GoFiler (6.5a Patch B)"

Section 16 Filing Hot Fix Now Available

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:45:00 -0400

GoFiler software is applying the Section 16 changes under EDGAR 26.1 slated for March 18th a day early. We have applied a fix for this issue, however, users that wish to file Section 16 now may either: Continue reading "Section 16 Filing Hot Fix Now Available"

GoFiler 6.5a Now Available

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:02:00 -0400

Version 6.5a of GoFiler has been released. This version corresponds to EDGAR 26.1 and also includes changes to Section 16 that will become effective on March 18, 2026. Additional changes have been made to Text View and Page View, as well as Form X-17A View and SCHEDULE 13D/G View. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.5a Now Available"

EDGAR Release 26.1

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0400

On March 16, 2026, EDGAR Release 26.1 implemented updates to the EDGAR Filing Website. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 26.1"

Getting Ready for EDGAR 26.1: Using GoFiler Beta to Prepare New Section 16 Filings

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0400

In anticipation of the SEC’s rule changes for Section 16 reporting for foreign private issuers, filers may be looking for ways to prepare ahead of the official EDGAR 26.1 release. To facilitate the transition, Novaworks has released a beta version of GoFiler, which is currently available to GoFiler Complete users who would benefit from a testing environment. Continue reading "Getting Ready for EDGAR 26.1: Using GoFiler Beta to Prepare New Section 16 Filings"

Interim Release of GoFiler (6.4b Patch A)

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:40:00 -0500

A patch for GoFiler version 6.4b has been released. This patch provides fixes for an issue that was introduced in version 6.4b involving the Spacing Properties dialog. Continue reading "Interim Release of GoFiler (6.4b Patch A)"

GoFiler 6.4b Now Available

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:50:00 -0500

Version 6.4b of GoFiler has been released. This release corresponds to EDGAR 26.0.1. Corrections and improvements have been made to Page View and XDX/XBRL, including support for the 2026 SEC, US GAAP, and SRT taxonomies. Additional corrections were made to the Form N-CEN proof and to Section 16. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.4b Now Available"

Filing with EDGAR Next Using GoFiler: TOTP Secret Key and MFA Code Setup

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:30:00 -0500

In accordance with EDGAR Next, the SEC now requires enhanced identity verification and multi-factor authentication (MFA) in order for filers to obtain EDGAR account access. The time-based one-time password (TOTP) Secret Key is a common component of authentication used to satisfy those MFA requirements. The TOTP Secret Key is used by an authenticator app to generate the TOTP Code, which is a secure, 6-digit code that changes every thirty seconds. This code is a piece of information that many websites or services will ask a user to provide when they log in to verify their identity. Continue reading "Filing with EDGAR Next Using GoFiler: TOTP Secret Key and MFA Code Setup"

EDGAR Release 26.0.1

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:15:00 -0500

On February 2, 2026, EDGAR Release 26.0.1 implemented updates to the EDGAR Filing Website, EDGAR Online Forms Management Website, Filer Management Website, and APIs. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 26.0.1"

Planned Maintenance to GoFiler Licensing Server on January 29, 2026

nospam@example.com (Administrator) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:51:00 -0500

The GoFiler Licensing Server is undergoing planned maintenance today, January 29, 2026, at 3:00 pm ET. There should be minimal disruption and impact on software registration. Continue reading "Planned Maintenance to GoFiler Licensing Server on January 29, 2026"

EDGAR Release 25.4

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:15:00 -0500

On December 22, 2025, EDGAR Release 25.4 implemented changes to the EDGAR Filing website, including updates to the Fee Exhibit Preparation Tool (FEPT), EDGAR APIs, the API Development Toolkit, and the Filer Management Website. The release also provides guidance to filers not yet enrolled in EDGAR Next. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 25.4"

GoFiler 6.4a Now Available

nospam@example.com (Administrator) — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:59:00 -0500

Version 6.4a of GoFiler has been released. This release corresponds to EDGAR 25.4. Corrections and improvements have been made to XDX and XBRL processing, including support for the SPAC 2025Q3 taxonomy. Additionally, the application Preferences dialog and the CSS Properties dialog have been updated to use sidebar navigation. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.4a Now Available"

GoFiler 6.3a Now Available

nospam@example.com (Administrator) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 17:58:00 -0400

Version 6.3a of GoFiler has been released. This release corresponds to EDGAR 25.3 and contains corrections and
improvements to the filer management tools for EDGAR Next. Additionally, improvements and corrections have been made to the Fee Exhibit Editor, the Form 13F Module, and Data View. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.3a Now Available"

EDGAR Release 25.3

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:30:00 -0400

The SEC has announced updates to technical specifications related to XBRL and XML that correspond to EDGAR Release 25.3, which will be released October 13, 2025. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 25.3"

New SEC Filing Fee Rate Table Ready for Download

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:30:00 -0400

On October 1, 2025, fee rates applicable to most securities transactions will be set at $138.10 per million dollars pursuant to the Order Making Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Adjustments to Registration Fee Rates. This represents a decrease from $153.10 per million dollars during the previous fiscal year. The new fee rate will be applied to the registration of securities under Section 6(b) of the Securities Act of 1933, the repurchase of securities under Section 13(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and proxy solicitations and specified tender offers under Section 14(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Continue reading "New SEC Filing Fee Rate Table Ready for Download"