Figshare
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Overview
Figshare is an online digital repository where researchers can preserve and share their research outputs, including figures, datasets, images, and videos. It is free to upload content and free to access, in adherence to the principles of open data.
✨ Key Features
- Data and research output hosting
- DOI minting
- Data visualization
- Version control
- Private and public sharing
🎯 Key Differentiators
- User-friendly interface
- Strong focus on data visualization
- Well-established in the institutional repository market
Unique Value: Make all your research outputs, not just papers, citable, shareable, and discoverable.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Used by many universities and research institutions as their institutional data repository
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Formal peer-reviewed journal publishing
🏆 Alternatives
Figshare offers a more visually appealing and user-friendly experience for showcasing research outputs compared to some other repositories.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Figshare for Institutions tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: 20GB of private storage.
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