For the live counters, we show estimated current numbers based on statistics and projections from the most reputable official organizations.
Our sources include the United Nations Population Division, World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), International Monetary Fund (IMF), and World Bank. Learn more about our sources.
We analyze the available data, perform statistical analysis, and build our algorithm which feeds the real time estimate.
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For static data, we ensure the highest possible reporting accuracy - meaning our data corresponds to that provided by the primary authoritative sources. Our role is to report and aggregate this official data with complete precision, with the underlying accuracy being the responsibility of the original data providers.
For the live counters, we try to be as accurate as possible. For each set of statistics we perform extensive research and data mining in order to bring the most authoritative, comprehensive, and timely information to be displayed on the live counters. Users should understand that the live counter's figures represent highly informative estimates rather than exact measurements, which would be impossible to obtain in real-time for such dynamic metrics.
As with any statistic, the numbers are not expected to be exact to the single digit, but to provide a fairly accurate and informative description of a phenomenon. This inherited limitation must be taken into account for the correct interpretation of the information.
Across all our data, we prioritize accuracy and integrity through rigorous sourcing and verification processes. Our commitment to accuracy was notably demonstrated when this site emerged as the world's leading source of coronavirus statistics, delivering the most accurate data when no other platform could achieve our level of reliability.
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The period from January 1, 2024 (00:00) up to the moment (day and time) when you visit the site.
Counters are reset to zero at the beginning of each solar year, on January 1st.
The period from the beginning of the current day up to the moment you visualize the number, based on your computer's clock.
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