What is open data:
Open data refers to information that is freely accessible to anyone. It can be used, reused, and published without any technical, financial, or legal constraints, as long as users adhere to the conditions outlined in the legal license under which the data was published
Open data users:
Users of the Saudi Electronic Open Data Portal at Northern Borders University can access open data free of charge at their own risk. Data users benefit the most from applications that aid in their work performance. The most important categories of the public that can benefit from this guide include the following categories:
1. Individuals managing open data initiatives within the government sector.
2. Employees in the government sector.
3. Developers of smart applications.
4. Academic researchers and scholars.
5. Those interested in government data practices outside of governmental roles.
Responsibility of data users:
Users of data from the Saudi Open Data Portal are responsible for ensuring that any reuse does not misrepresent the content, source, or lineage of the data. The data should be used exclusively for research and scientific purposes, not for commercial activities, while also respecting the ownership rights of Northern Borders University.
The university’s responsibility as a data provider through the open data portal:
• Northern Border University is not responsible for any damage or misuse to which entities are exposed because of using this data published on the electronic open data portal.
• The university does not bear any responsibility towards the users of this data and any damages that may occur to them.
• Northern Border University reserves the right to delete or modify open data on the open data portal.
