REDCap
Secure web application for building and managing online surveys and databases.
Overview
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) is a secure, web-based software platform designed to support data capture for research studies. While not exclusively for community health assessments, its powerful survey-building capabilities, support for longitudinal data collection, and robust security features make it a popular choice for collecting primary data through community surveys and managing research databases. It is typically hosted and supported by an institution (like a university) for its researchers.
✨ Key Features
- Easy-to-use survey and database builder
- Support for longitudinal and multi-site studies
- Mobile app for offline data collection
- Advanced features like branching logic and calculated fields
- Audit trails for data tracking
- Data export to common statistical packages (SPSS, SAS, Stata, R)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Free for non-profit consortium members.
- Specifically designed for research with strong compliance features (HIPAA, 21 CFR Part 11).
- Self-hosted, giving institutions full control over their data.
Unique Value: Provides a no-cost, secure, and highly reliable platform for research data collection, empowering academic and non-profit institutions to conduct studies while maintaining strict compliance and data control.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Used by thousands of academic institutions and non-profits worldwide for research data management.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Visualizing secondary geospatial data
- Creating CHNA reports from public data sets
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike commercial SaaS products, REDCap is free and self-hosted, offering greater data control and cost savings for research institutions, though it requires internal IT support.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free for non-profit organizations who join the REDCap Consortium.
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