Data Policy

The GTN-P Data Platform makes scientific permafrost data openly available to advance global scientific understanding and collaboration.

Disclaimer

The data provided by the GTN-P Data Platform are made available for informational and scientific purposes only and are provided “as-is” and “as available.”

While we strive to ensure data quality, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or fitness for any particular purpose of the data. Users are responsible for evaluating the suitability of the data for their intended use, for any analyses or interpretations derived from the data, and for ensuring that their work follows accepted scientific standards.

The GTN-P and contributing institutions do not accept liability for any loss, damage, or decisions arising from the use of the data. The data and any analyses derived from it do not constitute professional, legal, or operational advice, and inclusion in the platform does not imply endorsement by GTN-P or the data providers.

Data License

All data made available through the GTN-P Data Platform are provided under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) License, unless otherwise specified. This license allows users to share (copy and redistribute) and adapt (remix, transform, and build upon) the data for any purpose, even commercially, provided that appropriate credit is given to the original data providers.

Attribution / Citation

Users must credit the Global Terrestrial Network for Permafrost (GTN-P) and contributing institutions when using the data. Recommended citation format:

Global Terrestrial Network for Permafrost (GTN-P) and contributing institutions (2026): Permafrost Data. GTN-P Data Platform. URL: https://data.gtn-p.org/.

License

Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Copyright

Copyright © 2026 Global Terrestrial Network for Permafrost (GTN-P) and contributing institutions