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We provide ready-made scripts for the most common platforms. They handle the technical details of extracting research-relevant data from each platform’s data download package, so you can focus on your study instead of the file format.

Available platforms

Instagram
posts, comments, followers, activity
TikTok
videos, likes, viewing history
Netflix
viewing history, ratings
WhatsApp
group chat messages
Facebook
posts, photos, connections
YouTube
watch history, searches, subscriptions
ChatGPT
conversation history
LinkedIn
profile, connections, activity
X (Twitter)
tweets, likes, followers

Need a script we don’t have?

We can also adapt an existing script for your study or build a new one for a platform we don’t yet cover. Email DataDonation@uu.nl to discuss what you need.

Examples from previous studies

The ODISSEI Code Library archives scripts and code from previous data donation studies. They’re useful as reference if you’re designing something custom or want to see how other researchers approached a particular platform or research question.

Have a question or want to discuss your study?

Email DataDonation@uu.nl

We can answer your questions about:

  • Using our ready-made scripts in your study
  • Adapting an existing script for your platform
  • Requesting a script for a platform we don't cover yet