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Uploading Data

Create dataset page

  1. Navigate to the Data Upload Page:

    • Log in to your account.
    • At the top-right hand corner, click on the add icon icon.
    • Click on the 'Add a dataset' option from the main menu.

  2. Publish as:

    • Choose who is publishing: Select whether you are publishing from your account or on behalf of an organization.

    • Click 'Next' to proceed.

  3. New Dataset:

    • Describe your dataset

      Title:

      • Provide a clear and concise title for your dataset.

      Description:

      • Write a detailed description of your dataset, including its purpose, content, and any relevant context. Use the rich text editor to format your description for better readability.

      License:

      • Select the appropriate license for your dataset from the dropdown menu. To learn more about licensing options and what they entail, click here to read more.

      Update Frequency:

      • Indicate how often the dataset is updated by selecting an option from the dropdown menu. If unsure, you can select 'Unknown.'

      Tags:

      • Add relevant tags to categorize your dataset and improve its discoverability. Enter a tag name and press 'Enter' to add it.

      Temporal Coverage:

      • Specify the time period that the dataset covers by entering the start and end dates in the provided fields.

      Category:

      • Select a category that best describes the dataset from the dropdown menu.

      Spatial Coverage:

      • Describe the geographic area that the dataset covers. This is the specific country where the dataset was collected.

      Agreement:

      • By proceeding, you agree to Open South's Data Provider Agreement. Make sure to read and understand the terms before continuing.

      Next Step:

      • Once all the required fields are completed, click the 'Next' button to proceed to the 'Add your first resources' step.

  4. Resources:

    • Add your first resources: Click the 'Choose File' button to upload the dataset file from your computer.
    • The allowed file types include csv, .json, .xlsx, .zip.
    • Click 'Upload' to add the file to your dataset.

  5. Success:

    • Once the dataset has been successfully uploaded and all required information is provided, you will see a confirmation message indicating that your dataset has been created.