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+lang-ref: how-to-feedback-gbif-obis
+lang: en
+preTitle: Jan 17, 2025
+title: "How to provide feedback on GBIF/OBIS data"
+description: A guide to provide feedback on GBIF/OBIS data
+date: 2025-01-17
+categories: ["news"]
+background: /assets/images/posts/2025-01-17_AVdP_SCAR_0559.jpg
+imageLicense: |
+    Photo by Anton Van de Putte licensed under [CC BY 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
+---
+
+If you encounter issues or have suggestions for data published via GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility) or OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System), here’s how you can provide feedback:
+Feedback for GBIF Data
+
+On any GBIF page, you can click on the feedback button (circled in orange in the screenshot below) and submit your feedback. Note that you will need a GBIF account to do this.
+
+![/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-gbif-01.png](/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-gbif-01.png)
+
+A form (as shown in the screenshot below) will appear, where you can provide your feedback following the instructions.
+
+![/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-gbif-02.png](/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-gbif-02.png)
+
+Alternatively, you can report feedback through GBIF's dedicated GitHub repository: [https://github.com/gbif/portal-feedback/issues](https://github.com/gbif/portal-feedback/issues).
+
+The feedback will be directed to the GBIF Helpdesk, which will follow up on the matter.
+
+## Feedback for OBIS data
+
+Feedback for OBIS data is preferred to be submitted through its dataset page. OBIS dataset page links are prefixed with https://obis.org/dataset/ followed by the dataset's UUID. From there, you can provide feedback by clicking the "report issue" button (circled in red in the screenshot below).
+
+![/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-obis-01.png](/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-obis-01.png)
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+A form (as shown in the screenshot below) will appear, where you can provide your feedback on the data.
+
+![/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-obis-02.png](/assets/images/posts/2025-01-17-obis-02.png)
+
+The feedback will be sent to the OBIS Helpdesk, which will follow up on the matter.
+
+## Contact us 
+
+If you are unsure or have a list of records for either GBIF or OBIS in the Antarctic region that you would like to provide feedback on, please contact us at data-biodiversity-aq at naturalsciences.be. We will review your input and follow up with you.
+
+## Tips for Submitting Feedback
+
+### Include Detailed Information
+
+- Specific data points (e.g., species name, location, date) with errors, including the occurrence ID or page URL of the record/dataset.
+- A clear explanation of the issue or suggestion.
+- Supporting evidence or references, if available.
+- Provide constructive feedback.
+
+### Track Your Feedback
+
+You may receive follow-up emails or notifications about the status of your feedback. Please monitor your inbox for updates!
+
+By providing feedback, you play an essential role in improving the accuracy and usability of biodiversity data. Thank you for contributing to this collaborative effort!