Subject Guides: Research Data Management : External Data Storage

If choosing external and cloud-based (online) storage for your research data, consider:

Carefully read their service level agreements for statements on Copyright and Intellectual Property.

Registry of Research Data Repositories (re3data)
A registry of repositories (including discipline-specific) that support F.A.I.R. data principles.
Repository Finder - DataCite
A search tool to discover suitable repositories in the re3data (Registry of Research Data Repositories).
Dryad (Open Access)
An Open Access repository that provides open metadata support, DOI minting, and citation metrics. Data Publishing Charges (DPCs) and excess storage fees may apply.
Figshare (Open Access)
An Open Access repository for all research outputs, accepting files up to 5GB in size and providing version control and secure backup.

Google Drive
Google's storage and synchronisation service, providing up to 15GB storage, file sharing and collaborative editing. Access requires a Gmail or Google account.
SpiderOak
Offers a range of cloud syncing and storage services. Unlike Dropbox, they use 'No Knowledge encryption' to ensure safe data storage, transfer and sharing.

University of Tasmania, Australia