Abstract: A computer and network-based system and method for automatically and securely converting, distributing, storing and retrieving trade confirmation and statement data as electronic documents on the Internet for use by account holders and brokerage employees and for displaying the electronic documents in a format that resembles printed originals. The system adapts existing business printing data files or uses independent non-print data feeds to support the electronic documents. The system further operates to detect all documents delivered into its database and then automatically notify enrolled account holders via e-mail of the availability of such documents. Further, the system tests for successful delivery of the e-mail, and failure of delivery generates a customer notification and document delivery by other means. The system permits account holders and brokerage employees to search and retrieve new and archived electronic trade-related documents using database keys and date ranges.