Written by the Youth4work team (Sunny Mittal, marketing lead). We run Youth4work, so we list it first. The other three are large, well-known exam-prep platforms, and for many aspirants one of them will be the better fit; we say where.

The SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 1 exam rewards speed, so most aspirants take many full-length mocks. Here is how four platforms that offer SSC CGL mock tests compare in October 2026. Figures for other platforms are what each one says on its own website; check them before you pay for anything.

Comparison table

Where each one fits

• Youth4work Prep is a practice tool, not a coaching course. You get a large free question bank, five full mocks in the Tier 1 pattern and a rank against other takers. It does not offer live classes.
• Testbook has one of the biggest SSC test series and frequent free practice tests. Full access needs Testbook Pass.
• Adda247 suits learners who prefer Hindi and other Indian languages and want classes, books and tests in one place.
• Oliveboard pairs mock tests with structured online coaching, which helps if you want a study plan as well as tests.

Many aspirants use two of these: a free question bank for daily practice and one paid series for full-length mocks.

FAQ

Are Youth4work SSC CGL mock tests free? Yes. The SSC CGL Tier 1 practice tests and question bank on Youth4work Prep are free to attempt.

How many questions are in the SSC CGL Tier 1 mock on Youth4work? Each full mock has 100 questions for 200 marks in 60 minutes, matching the Tier 1 pattern.

Does Youth4work offer SSC CHSL practice too? Yes. The SSC CHSL page has 8,073 practice questions and 5 mock tests.

Which platform is best? It depends on whether you want free practice (Youth4work), a large paid test series (Testbook), vernacular courses (Adda247) or coaching plus mocks (Oliveboard).

Written by the eCourtsIndia team (Sunny Mittal, marketing lead). We make eCourtsIndia, so we list it first. The official tribunal portals are the authoritative source for every tribunal record, and we say where each one is the better choice.

India has more than a dozen national tribunals, and each one runs its own website. If you track a debt recovery matter, a tax appeal and a service dispute at the same time, that means three portals, three search forms and three ways of writing a case number. This post compares the main free ways to check tribunal case status in 2026.

The options

1. eCourtsIndia (ecourtsindia.com) – one search across the Supreme Court, 25 High Courts, district courts and tribunals. Free to start. Search by party name, case number or CNR, and set WhatsApp or email alerts for new orders and hearing dates.
2. DRT / DRAT portal (drt.gov.in) – the official site for the Debt Recovery Tribunals and Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunals.
3. NGT portal (greentribunal.gov.in) – the official site of the National Green Tribunal.
4. CAT portal (cgat.gov.in) – the official site of the Central Administrative Tribunal.
5. CESTAT portal (cestat.gov.in) – the official site of the Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal.

Comparison table

Which one should you use?

• You follow matters in several forums (for example a bank's DRT cases plus its consumer cases): a single search on eCourtsIndia saves time. Our guides cover DRT and DRAT status, CAT status, NGT status and ITAT and CESTAT status.
• You need a certified copy or the official cause list for a filing: use the tribunal's own portal. It is the source of record, and eCourtsIndia data comes from these public records.
• You only have one matter in one tribunal: the official portal is free and is all you need. eCourtsIndia adds value mainly through alerts and cross-forum search.
• You build software: eCourtsIndia has a REST API and an MCP server; the official portals are built for people, not programs.

FAQ

Is eCourtsIndia an official government site? No. eCourtsIndia is a private platform that aggregates public court and tribunal records. For official records, use the tribunal's own portal or ecourts.gov.in.

Can I search tribunal cases by party name? Yes. On eCourtsIndia you can search by a person's or company's name across forums. Most official portals let you search by party within that one tribunal.

How many Debt Recovery Tribunals are there? There are 39 DRTs and 5 DRATs. Our DRT guide lists them with search tips.

Does eCourtsIndia cover the Armed Forces Tribunal and the Railway Claims Tribunal? Yes. See our AFT guide (40,000+ decided AFT judgments) and RCT guide.

Is it legal advice? No. Case data is for information and research. Speak to an advocate about your matter.

Written by the JurisGrid team, which maintains the grid at JurisGrid (jurisgrid.com) (JurisGrid is run by the eCourtsIndia team). Descriptions come from the JurisGrid listings, which summarise what each company says about itself. Nobody paid to be listed or to be included here.

Contract lifecycle management (CLM) software follows a contract from the first draft through negotiation, signature, obligations and renewal. It is one of the most crowded corners of Indian legal tech and the one that produced the sector's first unicorn. JurisGrid tracks Indian legal tech startups in 12 sectors; its Contracts (CLM) sector currently lists 10 companies.

The 10 CLM companies (alphabetical)

How the field splits

• Enterprise suites: Sirion, Aavenir, Razor365 and SimpliContract describe themselves as enterprise platforms; Aavenir builds on ServiceNow.
• AI-first review and analytics: Riverus and MikeLegal lead with AI review, comparison and extraction rather than the full lifecycle.
• Lifecycle tools for teams and firms: SpotDraft, Contractzy, Truecounsel and Volody cover drafting to renewal for in-house teams and law firms.

How to choose

1. Map your contract volume and who touches each contract (legal, sales, procurement).
2. Decide whether you need the full lifecycle or only review and extraction.
3. Check e-signature and e-stamping integrations, since many Indian contracts need both.
4. Ask about data residency and where executed contracts are stored.
5. Run a pilot on a real contract type before rolling out.

FAQ

What is CLM software? Software that manages a contract from request and drafting through approval, signature, storage, obligation tracking and renewal or expiry.

Which Indian CLM company is a unicorn? JurisGrid lists Sirion as the sector's first unicorn, at a $1B valuation.

Is this list complete? No list is. It covers the 10 companies currently in JurisGrid's Contracts (CLM) sector; companies can suggest additions on the site.

See all 12 sectors on JurisGrid (jurisgrid.com).

Written by the JurisGrid team, which maintains the grid at JurisGrid (jurisgrid.com) (JurisGrid is run by the eCourtsIndia team). Descriptions come from the JurisGrid listings, which summarise what each company says about itself. Nobody paid to be listed or to be included here, and this is not legal advice.

Signing a rental agreement, a loan document or an employment letter on a phone is now normal in India. Behind that click sits a small group of companies that provide electronic signatures, e-stamping, document execution and the KYC checks that often come with them. JurisGrid tracks Indian legal tech startups in 12 sectors, and its E-Sign & Digital Documents sector currently lists 10 companies.

The 10 platforms (alphabetical)

Three kinds of product in one sector

• Signature infrastructure: eMudhra is a licensed Certifying Authority, the kind of body that issues the digital signature certificates the law relies on. Several others build on top of such authorities.
• Document execution and stamping: Leegality, SignDesk, NeSL and LegalDesk focus on getting a document stamped, signed and stored, which matters for loan and rental paperwork.
• Onboarding and KYC with e-sign: Digio, Signzy, Veri5Digital and Zoop.one sell e-sign as one step in a wider customer onboarding and identity check.

What the law says, briefly

The Information Technology Act, 2000 gives electronic signatures legal recognition, and Aadhaar-based e-sign is one of the methods notified under it. The Act's First Schedule leaves out some documents, such as wills, powers of attorney, trusts and contracts for the sale or conveyance of immovable property, so those still need the traditional route. Stamp duty is a state subject, which is why e-stamping differs from state to state.

How to choose

1. Decide whether you need only signatures or signatures plus stamping and KYC.
2. Check which signing methods are supported (Aadhaar e-sign, DSC tokens, simple electronic signatures) and which your counterparties can actually use.
3. For loan and rental documents, check e-stamping coverage for the states you work in.
4. Ask where documents and audit trails are stored and for how long.

FAQ

Is an e-signed agreement valid in India? Generally yes, under the Information Technology Act, 2000, except for the document types in its First Schedule. Take legal advice for anything high-value.

What is the difference between e-sign and a digital signature certificate (DSC)? Aadhaar e-sign creates a one-time signature after OTP or biometric authentication, while a DSC is a certificate (often on a USB token) issued by a Certifying Authority and reused for many signatures.

How does JurisGrid pick companies? JurisGrid lists Indian legal tech companies by sector from public information. Anyone can suggest a missing company from the site.

See the full grid of all 12 sectors at JurisGrid (jurisgrid.com).

Written by the RestroCart team (RestroCart makes custom uniforms and supplies for restaurants and hotels in New Delhi). This is a short version of our full guide, which is at restrocart.com/blog/boutique-hotel-villa-staff-uniforms/.

A property with twelve rooms and fifteen staff has no room for uniforms that only work in one setting. The same person may serve breakfast, check in a family at noon and help with turndown at night. So a small property needs one uniform language, not a different outfit for every role.

The quick answer

Fix three things once: a shared colour palette, one fabric family and one logo treatment. Then vary a single layer by role: a waistcoat for the front desk, a canvas apron for F&B, a tunic for housekeeping. Keep a spec sheet so seasonal hires can be dressed quickly.

A role-by-role plan for 10 to 30 staff

If one person covers two roles, give them the base garment once and the role layers separately: one set of shirts, one apron and one waistcoat, not two complete uniforms.

Three branding rules

1. Two main colours and one accent, for example navy and khaki with a gold logo. Every garment uses only these.
2. One logo treatment: the same embroidery colour, size and placement (usually left chest) on shirts, waistcoats, aprons, sweaters and caps.
3. Role names, not new outfits: embroider "Housekeeping" or "Valet Parking" on the same base piece. Guests read it clearly and stock stays simple.

Fabrics by location

• Hills: layer a long-sleeve shirt, a waistcoat or sweater, and a jacket for outdoor staff. Acrylic or cotton-acrylic knits wash more easily than wool.
• Beach: breathable cotton-rich shirting, linen-look blends and pique polos in mid tones (sand, stone, olive) that hide sunscreen and sand better than white.
• Heritage and desert towns: mandarin collars, earthy colours and handloom-look textures, in washable blends.

FAQ

How many uniform sets does each staff member need?

Two to three for most roles, and three for kitchen and housekeeping, which are washed most often.

Should the owner wear a uniform?

At a small property the owner is often on the floor. A slightly more tailored version of the front-desk look, such as a darker waistcoat or jacket, keeps them part of the team.

Who wrote this?

The RestroCart design team, New Delhi. Full guide with photos: restrocart.com/blog/boutique-hotel-villa-staff-uniforms/. Catalogue: restrocart.com/catalogue/uniforms/.

Written by the JurisGrid team, which maintains the grid (JurisGrid is run by the eCourtsIndia team). Descriptions come from the JurisGrid listings, which summarise what each company says about itself. Nobody paid to be listed or to be included here.

Online dispute resolution (ODR) means settling a dispute through negotiation, mediation or arbitration run online instead of in a courtroom. In India it has grown quickly because of the volume of small-value disputes from lending, e-commerce and insurance, and because Indian courts carry a backlog of crores of pending cases. JurisGrid tracks 127 Indian legal tech startups in 12 sectors; the Dispute Resolution (ODR) sector currently has 8 of them.

The 8 ODR platforms (alphabetical)

How the three methods differ

• Negotiation: the two sides try to agree directly; the platform gives them a structured, recorded space to do it.
• Mediation: a neutral mediator helps the sides reach a settlement. Nothing is imposed; the outcome is what both accept.
• Arbitration: an arbitrator hears both sides and makes an award that binds them, under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

Most of the platforms above offer more than one of these, so the first question is which method your contract or situation calls for.

How to choose an ODR platform

1. Check your contract. Many loan and commercial agreements already name an arbitration institution or ODR provider.
2. Match the dispute type. Some platforms focus on high-volume consumer or lending disputes; others on commercial or institutional arbitration.
3. Ask about the neutrals. Who are the mediators or arbitrators, and how are they appointed?
4. Ask about cost and timelines before you begin, and get them in writing.
5. Keep records. Download every notice, submission and award.

Related sectors on the grid

Debt recovery and collections (7 companies) and verification and diligence (11 companies) overlap with ODR, because many disputes start as unpaid loans or checks on a counterparty. Court data platforms such as eCourtsIndia (position 1 on the grid) help when a dispute has already reached court.

FAQ

Is an ODR award binding?

An arbitration award made under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 binds the parties and can be enforced like a court decree. A mediated settlement depends on what the parties sign.

Does JurisGrid rank these platforms?

No. The table is alphabetical. JurisGrid is a map, not a ranking, and listings are free.

My ODR platform is missing. How do I get listed?

Listings are free; email admin@ecourtsindia.com with your company name, website and a one-line description.

Who wrote this?

The JurisGrid team. See the full grid at jurisgrid.com.

Written by the JurisGrid team. JurisGrid is our product, so it comes first. We describe CodeX TechIndex using only what its own website says (checked 25 October 2026). Numbers change, so check both sites before relying on them. If you spot an error, tell us and we will correct it.

If you are trying to understand legal technology, two free directories come up again and again: JurisGrid, a one-page map of Indian legal tech, and the CodeX TechIndex, Stanford's global legal tech company database. They are built for different questions. This guide explains what each covers and when to use which.

The short answer

• Use JurisGrid if your question is about India: which Indian legal tech companies exist, what sector each works in, and one page you can cite.
• Use CodeX TechIndex if your question is global: how legal tech is spread across countries, categories, business models and funding.
• For research on Indian legal tech in a global context, use both: JurisGrid for the Indian map, TechIndex for the worldwide comparison.

What JurisGrid is

JurisGrid (the Judicial Grid of India) is a single, citable page mapping 127 Indian legal tech startups across 12 sectors: court data and legal research, legal AI and drafting, contracts (CLM), litigation and practice management, dispute resolution (ODR), e-sign and digital documents, legal services and marketplaces, compliance and GRC, debt recovery and collections, verification and diligence, IP tech, and legal education. It has search, sector filters and an FAQ, and it publishes an llms.txt file so AI assistants can read it. Listings are free. JurisGrid is maintained by the eCourtsIndia team, which also appears on the grid.

• The grid
• llms.txt

What CodeX TechIndex is

The CodeX TechIndex (https://techindex.law.stanford.edu) is a curated research database from CodeX, the Stanford Center for Legal Informatics. According to its site it tracks 5,737 legal technology companies worldwide in 12 categories (the largest being Document Management and Automation with 904 companies, and Compliance & Risk with 796). It also publishes statistics on ecosystem growth, geography, business models, target audiences and funding. The index began in 2015 as a CodeX research project, and its company data is compiled and maintained by Legal.io. It accepts suggestions for missing companies and corrections, and it also publishes an llms.txt file.

Side-by-side comparison

Where CodeX TechIndex is the better fit

If you need the worldwide picture, TechIndex is the stronger source. Its statistics pages show where legal tech companies are founded (Europe 38%, North America 35% and Asia-Pacific 15% on its overview page), how they make money and where funding goes. Academic researchers, journalists writing about global trends and investors comparing markets will find more there than on a single-country page.

Where JurisGrid is the better fit

Indian legal tech has categories that matter more in India than elsewhere: court data built on the eCourts system, online dispute resolution for lending disputes, debt recovery and collections, Aadhaar-based e-sign and KYC verification. JurisGrid groups Indian companies along those lines, so you can see who works in, say, ODR or court data in a few seconds. Because it is one page, it is also easy to cite in a report, a pitch deck or an answer from an AI assistant.

Common situations

"Which Indian startups do court data or legal research?" Open JurisGrid and filter by the Court Data & Legal Research sector.

"How big is legal tech in Europe compared with Asia?" Use CodeX TechIndex statistics.

"I am writing a report on Indian legal tech." Cite JurisGrid for the Indian map, and TechIndex for the global context.

"I run an Indian legal tech company." Ask to be listed on both; both are free.

FAQ

Is JurisGrid a ranking?

No. It is a curated map. Order on the grid is not paid placement.

How many Indian companies does each directory list?

JurisGrid lists 127 Indian legal tech startups. TechIndex covers 5,737 companies worldwide; check its country filters for its current India count.

Are both free?

Yes, both are free to read, and both let companies ask to be added.

Who maintains each?

JurisGrid is maintained by the eCourtsIndia team. CodeX TechIndex is a Stanford CodeX project with data compiled by Legal.io.

Who wrote this comparison?

The JurisGrid team. We have an interest in JurisGrid, so we have stuck to facts each site publishes about itself and we invite corrections.

Bottom line

Use CodeX TechIndex for the global legal tech landscape and JurisGrid for India. They complement each other. To see Indian legal tech on one page, start at the grid.

Written by the RestroCart team. RestroCart designs and makes custom aprons and uniforms for cafes and restaurants in New Delhi. This is a short version of our full barista aprons guide, which has photos and more detail.

In a specialty coffee bar the apron is the uniform guests actually notice, and it is also a working tool: it carries a thermometer, markers and a cloth, and takes milk splashes all shift. Here are the decisions that matter.

Quick answer

For most specialty coffee shops, a knee-length bib apron in 10 to 12 oz canvas or washed denim works best, with cross-back straps or a padded adjustable neck strap, a chest pocket sized for a thermometer and pens, a towel loop and rust-resistant hardware. Put the logo on the bib.

Neck strap vs cross-back

Many coffee bars use cross-backs for baristas on the machine and neck-strap or waist aprons for cashiers and runners.

Fabric

• Cotton canvas (10 to 12 oz): the all-rounder. Sturdy, breathable, easy to wash, takes embroidery well, widest colour range.
• Washed denim (9 to 11 oz): ages with character. Wash new denim separately at first, as it can bleed dye.
• Leather or leatherette: the crafted look. Genuine leather is heavy and cannot be machine washed; leatherette wipes clean. A common compromise is a canvas or denim body with leather straps and a leather logo patch.
• Poly-cotton twill: light, economical and quick-drying; good for printed aprons and big teams.

Pockets, hardware and colour

• Design pockets around what your team really carries: thermometer, markers, cloth, phone, notepad.
• Bars are wet, so choose rust-resistant hardware.
• Dark aprons hide espresso stains better than light ones.

FAQ

What is the most comfortable barista apron? A cross-back apron, because the weight sits on the shoulders rather than the neck.

Is denim or canvas better for a barista apron? Both work. Canvas is the easiest to match to a brand colour; denim fades and ages in a way many coffee brands like.

Can I put my cafe logo on the apron? Yes. Embroidery or a patch on the bib is the most common choice.

Where can I get custom barista aprons in India? RestroCart makes custom barista aprons for coffee bars and roasteries across India; see the uniforms catalogue or ask for a quote.

Written by the JurisGrid team (JurisGrid is maintained by the eCourtsIndia team). Every company named below is listed on JurisGrid with a link to its own website; descriptions are short summaries, so check each company's site for current products and pricing. Spotted an error or a missing startup? Listing requests are free.

Indian legal technology is no longer one market. Court data, AI drafting, contract management, online dispute resolution, e-signatures, collections and compliance are separate businesses with different buyers. JurisGrid puts 127 of these companies on one page and sorts them into 12 sectors so that lawyers, founders, investors and researchers can see who is building what.

The 12 sectors at a glance

The biggest sector by count is Legal AI & Drafting (23 companies), followed by Legal Services & Marketplaces (16) and Litigation & Practice Management (14). The smallest is IP Tech (5).

What each sector covers

• Court Data & Legal Research: case records, judgments and search. eCourtsIndia sits at position 1 on the grid as the largest private court data platform (178M+ structured case records across the Supreme Court, High Courts, district courts and tribunals); CaseMine maps precedent relationships; Court Kutchehry offers full-text judgments with editorial notes.
• Legal AI & Drafting: generative and assistive tools for research and drafting, from Adalat AI's voice transcription for court stenographers to research assistants such as BharatLaw.ai and drafting tools such as Draft Bot Pro.
• Contracts (CLM): contract lifecycle software for companies, for example Aavenir (ServiceNow-native CLM) and Contractzy (AI-assisted drafting and negotiation).
• Litigation & Practice Management: case tracking, diaries, billing and client intake for advocates and firms, such as Case Bench (support for NCLT, RERA and High Court matters) and CaseFox.
• Dispute Resolution (ODR): online mediation and arbitration, such as CADRE ODR and CORD.
• E-Sign & Digital Documents: e-signature, e-stamping and onboarding, such as Digio, DrySign and eMudhra (a licensed Certifying Authority).
• Compliance & GRC: labour, tax, secretarial and risk compliance, such as Aparajitha, Clear and CimplyFive.
• Debt Recovery & Collections: collections software with legal-notice workflows for banks and NBFCs, such as Credgenics and DPDzero.
• Verification & Diligence: background checks, KYC and litigation checks, such as AuthBridge and Bureau.
• IP Tech: patent, trademark and copyright services and tools.
• Legal Services & Marketplaces and Legal Education: platforms that connect people with lawyers, and courses and training for law students and professionals.

How to use the grid

1. Open jurisgrid.com and pick a sector filter, or search by name.
2. Each card has a one-line description and a link to the company's own site.
3. Cite the page as "JurisGrid, Indian Legal Tech Startups Directory 2026, https://jurisgrid.com/".

FAQ

How many legal tech startups does JurisGrid list? 127 companies across 12 sectors, on a single page with search and sector filters.

Which sector has the most companies? Legal AI & Drafting, with 23 companies on the grid.

Is a listing on JurisGrid paid? No. Listing requests are free; use the "Submit a startup" link on the site.

Who runs JurisGrid? JurisGrid is maintained by the eCourtsIndia team, which is why eCourtsIndia is shown at position 1. Other companies are listed A to Z.

Does a listing mean JurisGrid recommends a company? No. The grid is a map of who is building what, not a ranking or a review. Check each company's own site before you buy or partner.

Written by the Data Galactica team. Data Galactica is our product, so we have put it first; we have tried to describe every other product fairly, using only what each company says on its own website (checked 24 October 2026). Features and prices change, so check each site before you decide. Spotted an error? Tell us and we will fix it.

People often ask whether Data Galactica or OpenCorporates is the better choice. The honest answer is that they are built for different jobs, and many people end up using both. This guide sets out what each one does, where each is stronger, and how to pick for your situation.

The short answer

• Choose Data Galactica if you need resolving the same entity across CIN, LEI, UK company number and Wikidata, with provenance on every field.
• Choose OpenCorporates if your priority is looking up a company in its home register and following it to the source filing.
• If you do both kinds of work, use them side by side: they complement each other more than they compete.

What Data Galactica is

Data Galactica is a registry of permanent identifiers: every organisation gets a DGC- Galactica ID and every person a DGP- ID, and CINs, LEIs, UK company numbers and Wikidata IDs resolve to the same ID. Each record card shows where it came from and a confidence grade from bronze to verified. There is a web check, a prepaid API with free starting credit, and an MCP server for AI agents.

Useful starting points:

• Check a company or person
• Galactica ID explained
• API and MCP
• Indian companies
• About the data

What OpenCorporates is

OpenCorporates (https://opencorporates.com) is an open database of companies drawn from official registers across many jurisdictions. It has built a strong reputation for looking up a company in its home register and following it to the source filing, and for that job it is a sensible first stop. We do not have access to its internal data, so for coverage numbers, pricing and terms, please read OpenCorporates's own pages rather than relying on our summary.

Side-by-side comparison

The OpenCorporates column describes the product as presented on its own website. If anything here is out of date, let us know.

Where OpenCorporates is the better fit

We would point you to OpenCorporates when looking up a company in its home register and following it to the source filing is the core of the task. It is an established product, it is widely used, and its approach suits people whose work is centred on that job. If your team already relies on it, there is little reason to switch just to try something new.

Where Data Galactica is the better fit

Data Galactica is designed for resolving the same entity across CIN, LEI, UK company number and Wikidata, with provenance on every field. The difference shows up in day-to-day use: instead of jumping between several sources, you get one page that brings the relevant facts together and tells you where each fact came from. That makes it easier to check the original yourself, which matters whenever money, a deal or a deadline depends on the answer.

What we deliberately built in:

1. Sources on the page. Facts are shown with where they came from, so you can verify them.
2. A free way to start. You can use the core of the product without paying first.
3. Access for software and AI assistants. An API or MCP server lets tools and assistants use the same data a person sees.

Common situations

"I need a quick answer before I act." Start with Data Galactica, then follow the source link if the decision is important.

"I need looking up a company in its home register and following it to the source filing." Start with OpenCorporates; that is its strength.

"I am building a product or workflow." Look at the developer access on each side and compare current terms for programmatic use.

"I am still not sure." Try the same query in both. Ten minutes of side-by-side testing on your own real cases will tell you more than any comparison article, including this one.

How to decide

Ask yourself three questions:

1. What exactly do I need to know or do? Match the job to the tool built for it.
2. How much does the source matter? If you must show where a fact came from, prefer the option that cites sources on the page.
3. What will it cost over a year? Check both sites' current pricing pages; free tiers and paid plans change.

FAQ

What is a Galactica ID?

A permanent identifier that never changes: DGC- for organisations and DGP- for people. Other IDs such as CIN or LEI resolve to it.

Can an owner correct a record?

Yes. Owners can correct, claim or remove their record on Data Galactica.

Is there an API?

Yes, a prepaid API with free starting credit and an MCP server for AI agents. See the API page.

Is Data Galactica a replacement for OpenCorporates?

Not always. For looking up a company in its home register and following it to the source filing, OpenCorporates remains a good choice. Data Galactica is stronger for resolving the same entity across CIN, LEI, UK company number and Wikidata, with provenance on every field. Many users keep both.

Who wrote this comparison?

The Data Galactica team. We have a clear interest in Data Galactica, which is why we cite each product's own website and invite corrections.

Bottom line

OpenCorporates and Data Galactica solve different problems well. If your need is resolving the same entity across CIN, LEI, UK company number and Wikidata, with provenance on every field, Data Galactica is built for it, and you can start here. If your need is looking up a company in its home register and following it to the source filing, OpenCorporates is a strong option. Either way, check the original sources before you rely on any result.