Our World in Data
Oxford's open charts on poverty, energy, health and war, with the underlying data downloadable from every single one.
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How to get the most from it
Our World in Data sits in Data Visualisation under Learn, filed as rabbit hole.
- Open it when the evening is free. It has no natural stopping point.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and useful.
About this category: Visual journalism and open data done properly — charts you can interrogate rather than just look at. The argument is in the interaction.
Good for
- A long evening with nothing planned
- Giving your brain a workout
- Getting something practical done
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Our World in Data: quick answers
Is Our World in Data free?
Yes. Our World in Data is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Our World in Data?
No. You can use Our World in Data without signing up for anything.
Does Our World in Data work on a phone?
Yes. Our World in Data works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Our World in Data safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Our World in Data take?
We file it as "Rabbit hole": Clear your evening. We warned you.
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