Terms of Service
Last updated: February 2026
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using OpenAgData, you agree to these terms of service. If you do not agree, please do not use the platform.
Description of Service
OpenAgData is a free, community-driven platform that organizes and surfaces agricultural research papers by geographic location. The platform provides search, filtering, mapping, and alert features to help users discover relevant studies.
User Accounts
- You may browse the platform without an account.
- An account is required to submit research papers or access certain features.
- You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
- You agree to provide accurate information when creating an account.
Research Submissions
- By submitting research to OpenAgData, you confirm that you have the right to share this information.
- Submissions should be accurate and represent legitimate agricultural research.
- We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove submissions that do not meet quality standards.
- Submitted research metadata becomes part of the public knowledge base under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.
Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Submit false, misleading, or spam content
- Attempt to access other users' accounts or private data
- Use automated tools to scrape large volumes of data without permission
- Interfere with the operation or security of the platform
Disclaimer
OpenAgData is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. The research information on this platform is sourced from public publications and is provided for informational purposes. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of any research findings. Always consult with qualified professionals before making agricultural decisions based on research findings.
Intellectual Property
The OpenAgData platform, including its design, code, and branding, is owned by the OpenAgData project. Research metadata indexed on the platform is made available under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. Individual research papers linked from the platform are subject to their respective publishers' terms.
Limitation of Liability
OpenAgData and its contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the platform or reliance on information found through it.
Changes to Terms
We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Contact
For questions about these terms, contact us at open-ag-data@outlook.com.