Getting started
In this guide you can learn the basics of using the ACLED API to access ACLED data.
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About the Conflict Index
The ACLED Conflict Index can answer questions on how much conflict is happening in the world, where it is happening, and is it improving or worsening. This guide explains the rigorous methodology for the Index, including details on the indicators, rankings, and the data behind it.
CAST endpoint
Learn how to use the CAST endpoint
Deleted endpoint
Learn about the different aspects of the deleted endpoint
ACLED endpoint
Learn how to request ACLED data using API calls to the ACLED endpoint
Elements of ACLED’s API
Learn more about some of the general elements of ACLED API calls
Ukraine civilian infrastructure automated tags
This guide explains how ACLED codes and tags attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine
Conflict Exposure methodology
Methodology detail for ACLED's Conflict Exposure measure and tool.
CAST methodology
The detailed methodology for ACLED's Conflict Alert System (CAST) includes information on access, how the model was constructed, and how to understand the results.
Data update: Expanded coverage of Myanmar 2018-present with Khit Thit Media
Expanded coverage of Myanmar 2018-present with Khit Thit Media.