Scenario:
I have identified a dataset that suits my data needs and wish to request access to it.
Tutorial:
To begin, open the Browser.
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2. Navigate to the dataset that meets your needs by searching for keywords and/or using the filters on the left hand side.
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3. Click on the dataset.
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4. You may now request access to the dataset using the contact details in the Summary section.
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| title | Example Email Template |
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Subject: Request to access dataset “[Dataset Name]”
To Whom It May Concern,
I am interested in submitting an access request for the dataset [Dataset Name], which I discovered on the Metadata Works Browser.
Please kindly forward the necessary details required to proceed with an application.
Yours sincerely,
[Requester Name]
[Requester Email]
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Click on the “Access Data” button in the dataset title section. This will direct you to an external page where you can find information on how to access the dataset from the publisher.
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5. If the Access Data button is not present, instead click on the “Contact” button. This will direct you to your email client (depending on your browser) settings with a prefilled email contact.