About Zooniverse
The world's largest platform for people-powered research. Volunteers assist professional researchers with data analysis in astronomy, ecology, and more.
The community at a glance
Zooniverse is an online community for Volunteers with roughly 2.7M members. It has been around since 2009. It has both a forum and a live chat communication style. On the Hive Index it ranks #10 in the Volunteering communities list.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is Zooniverse for?
- Best for Volunteers enthusiasts looking for a an independent setup-based community with forum discussion, live chat.
- Is Zooniverse free to join?
- This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
- How many members does Zooniverse have?
- Roughly 2.7M members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
- What topics does Zooniverse cover?
- On the Hive Index, Zooniverse is organized under Volunteers.
- How do I join Zooniverse?
- You can join Zooniverse by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
- What are the Volunteering communities like?
- Communities for people seeking volunteer opportunities and sharing the experience of giving back. Facebook groups help find volunteer placements internationally, Discord-based communities combine peer support with volunteer coordination, and humanitarian organizations connect emergency response volunteers.
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