14. GeoNode Quick Start Guide¶

GeoNode is a platform for managing and sharing geospatial data — including datasets, maps, documents, and dashboards — with built-in tools for collaboration and publishing.

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14.1 Getting Started¶

14.1.1 Create an Account¶

1. Visit the homepage and click Register.
2. Fill in your username, email, and password.
3. Check your email and confirm your registration.

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14.1.2 Set Up Your Profile¶

1. Click your profile icon (top-right) → Profile.
   
2. Click Edit Profile to add:
3. Name
4. Organization
5. Contact info
6. Profile picture

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14.2 Uploading Data¶

14.2.1 Upload a Dataset¶

1. Go to All Resources → Add Resource → Upload Dataset.

1. Select vector (e.g., .shp, .kml) or raster (e.g., .tif) files.
2. Click Upload, then View.

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14.2.2 Upload a Document¶

1. Go to Documents → New or All Resources → Add Resource → Upload Document.

1. Choose between uploading:
2. From your Local File
   
3. As an External URL
   

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14.3 Creating a Map¶

1. Go to Maps → New, or use Add Resource → Create Map.
2. Optionally create a map directly from a dataset.

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14.4 Sharing & Permissions¶

1. Go to the resource (dataset, map, or document).
2. Click Share → set permissions for:
3. None
4. View Metadata
5. View and Download
6. Edit
7. Manage

Click Save to apply changes.

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14.5 Finding Data¶

Use the Search bar or filter panel to find resources by:

• Keyword
• Type
• Category
• Owner
• Date
• Extent

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14.6 Other Useful Features¶

• GeoStories
  Create immersive narratives with text, maps, videos, and images.

• Dashboards
  Build analytical views using maps, charts, and counters.

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14.7 Need More Help?¶

Visit the official GeoNode documentation:
https://docs.geonode.org/en/master/

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