Why was this Open Data Portal created?
We believe that data is powerful and that it is important to share that power with everyone. Doing so leads to more transparency, accountability, insights, and tools that enhance the SEPTA experience.
SEPTA’s strategic plan, SEPTA Forward, attests to our desire to offer data “for increased transparency and to unleash the potential for new ideas and solutions from across the region.”
What are the criteria for including a data set?
We include data sets that:
- Are structured and machine-readable
- Have metadata that contextualizes them and informs how to use them
- Are the best source available for the type of data
- Do not contain security or safety-sensitive information
- Improve understanding of SEPTA
Will you add new data sets?
Yes! We are excited to launch this Open Data Portal, but we are not standing still. We intend to grow our catalog by adding more data sets and more categories of data over months and years.
Can I suggest data sets to be added to the portal?
Yes, you can! We want to hear what data sets you’re interest in and how you will use them. Email us at planning@septa.org.
Data sets that receive more suggestions are more likely to be added to the portal. However, suggested data sets will be added based on availability, quality, and necessary resources and at the sole discretion of SEPTA.
Are there limitations on how I use the data sets that I download?
Please read the Open Data Portal License Agreement for a full explanation of the limitations, obligations, terms, and conditions you agree to when you download open data from this site.
