What is Figshare?
Figshare is a web-based interface designed for academic research data management and research data dissemination. It accepts all file types (with in-browser viewing for over 1,200 file extensions).
Figshare was originally created as a solution to keep research outputs in one tidy place whilst allowing it to be discovered by like minded individuals: the academic community. It quickly became apparent that others sought such a resource and Figshare opened its doors. Figshare enables academics to upload, share, cite and importantly discover all manner of research outputs with the security of knowing our hosting options and platform support long term preservation of data.
Along the way, we have developed offerings not just for the individual (figshare.com) but for organizations.
Our mission
At Figshare, we have a vision to change the face of academic publishing with the improved dissemination and discoverability of all scholarly research and content. Figshare strives to make use of new technologies such as cloud hosting, RESTful APIs, and browser functionality to better aid researchers, publishers, and institutions in their attempts to better manage and disseminate academic research. The Figshare team believes firmly in the power of open access to knowledge.
Find out more about us and our work.
How do I get started?
View our ‘who we work with‘ section to see if your institution already has a Figshare repository.
Otherwise, in order to start uploading you’ll need to sign up.
At a high level, it is as easy as:
- Sign up for a free account
- Create a new item in your account
- Add files (optional) and add information to describe your research (metadata – this is incredibly important)
- Click ‘Publish’
- Your item will be made public with a DOI immediately. It will be discoverable to the world and others can cite your work.
How do I contact Figshare?
Whether you need support, want to provide feedback or just want to say hello please get in contact via: a support ticket, or email directly at support@figshare.com.
We will endeavor to respond to your queries within 48 hours.
