Before you start to upload data

• If you have a large number of files, zip them into manageable bundles before you start.
• Name your files in a significant way and avoid using spaces, dots and special characters; use hyphens (-) or underscores (_) to separate elements.
• You can upload any type of file, but we ask you to use open formats whenever possible to ensure long-term preservation and accessibility.
• Locate any data you want to upload along with any supplementary materials, such as a Read Me file. Of course, it should not be included in a compressed folder.
• If you have an ORCID identifier make sure you have it to hand, you can enter this along with your personal details and with those of your co-authors.
• If the data underpins a published paper you will need to include the identifier (DOI, handle, etc.) of the paper in the dataset record.
• If you’re funded you will need to enter the funder name and your grant number.
• Have you checked your funder policy on research data? There may be specific requirements.
• Do you know how long your data needs to be kept? Your funder may specify a retention period.