> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://open-data-charter.gitbook.io/open-up-guide-using-open-data-to-combat-corruption/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://open-data-charter.gitbook.io/open-up-guide-using-open-data-to-combat-corruption/section-3-making-use-of-open-data.md).

# Section 3: Making use of open data

## **Open data can be an anti-corruption resource for governments, civil society, journalists and the private sector. The appropriate strategies for data use vary between sectors, and the stage of the anti-corruption cycle that is being addressed.**