osf.io operates primarily as a content publishing platform, focusing on open science research. The Open Science Framework (OSF) is a free, open-source web platform that supports researchers throughout their project lifecycle. It facilitates collaboration, documentation, data sharing, and publication of research materials. It is operated by Center for Open Science (COS).
osf.io
Trusted High Traffic Tranco #7,428
Related Topics
open scienceresearchacademic publishingdata sharingcollaborationpreprintsreproducibility
Well Established
osf.io is a well-established platform operated by Center for Open Science (COS). Top 100,000 global website, Unknown registration date. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 100,000 global websiteUnknown registration date
Security Considerations
While osf.io is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
File Hosting
osf.io allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
Document Hosting
osf.io hosts documents and pages shared via links. Because the domain is trusted, links pass through email spam filters easily. Attackers exploit this to host fake invoices, login pages, or malware download prompts.
User-Generated Content
osf.io hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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Developer API
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Access this classification data programmatically via our API.
GET /api/v1/classify?domain=osf.io
{
"domain": "osf.io",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "content_publishing",
"specialization": "Open Science Research"
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Open platform for managing and sharing scientific research",
"summary": "The Open Science Framework (OSF) is a free, open-source web platform that supports researchers throughout their project lifecycle. It facilitates collaboration, documentation, data sharing, and publication of research materials.",
"operator": "Center for Open Science (COS)",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"open science",
"research",
"academic publishing",
"data sharing",
"collaboration",
"preprints",
"reproducibility"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": false,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"registered_date": null,
"rank": 7428,
"hosting_provider": "GOOGLE-CLOUD-PLATFORM"
}
}