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Where do I archive my data in the long term?

According to the principles of good scientific practice, research data should be stored for a period of at least 10 years. Subject-specific and interdisciplinary repositories are available for this purpose. (How do I find a suitable repository?)

Uploading data to a repository is not the same thing as publishing the data. For example, a period can be defined in which a data package is not yet accessible, but the metadata is already visible. Such embargo periods can be extended by a curator. Further information on the subject of “embargo” can be found here. In the case of publication, access and editing rights can also be regulated in contracts or through licences. (Can I control the use of my data? / Which licence should I choose? )

Uploading data to a repository is not the same thing as publishing the data. For example, a period can be defined in which a data package is not yet accessible, but the metadata is already visible. Such embargo periods can be extended by a curator. For further information on the subject of “embargo” please visit the linked site. In the case of publication, access and editing rights can also be regulated in contracts or through licences. (Can I control the use of my data? / Which licence should I choose? )

Please keep in mind the respective requirements of research funding and publishing houses as well as data protection regulations. (Who may decide on the dissemination and publication of data? / What data protection restrictions must I observe?)