Open Data

Principles of Open Data

• The Origin of Data Availability: Ensures that the Center's public data is made available to all by disclosing it, enabling access to it, or using it, unless its nature requires non- disclosure or protection of its privacy or confidentiality.
• Open Format and Machine Readability: Data is made available and provided in a machine-readable format (CSV, XLS, JSON, XML).
• Data Freshness: The most recent version of the dataset has been published.
• Comprehensiveness: Open datasets should be comprehensive, include as much detail as possible, and reflect recorded data in a way that does not contradict the Personal Data Protection Policy.
• Non-discrimination: Datasets should be available to everyone without discrimination and without having to register on the platform.
• Free of charge: Open data should be freely available to all.
• License for Open Data in the Kingdom: Open data must be subject to a license that defines the legal basis for using open data and terms and obligations.
• Developing a governance model while involving everyone: open data enables access and participation for all, enhances transparency and accountability of public agencies, and supports decision-making and service delivery.
• Inclusive development and innovation: the reuse of open data must be promoted. It is also necessary to integrate the various entities to prepare the next generation of innovators in open data and involve individuals and institutions.

Relevant Legislations

• National Data Governance Policies issued by (SDAEA): (main principles and general rules for open data, main principles and general rules for freedom of information).
• Electronic Transactions System.