Upload software manually
This guide will help you create a Software record to be archived in Software Heritage. It assumes you have already created (but not published) a new upload. If you need help starting a new upload, read the following guide:
Create a software deposit
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In the deposit form of your upload, add a single ZIP file that contains your software's source code
NOTE: It is mandatory that only one compressed file (e.g. ZIP) is present in the record. Otherwise, the record is deemed invalid and not archived in Software Heritage
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Under Resource type select Software
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Describe the record according to your needs. Learn more about the deposit form fields here:
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It is strongly suggested to use software-specific fields. To do so, scroll-down to the Software category:
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Publish the record
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In the record page, check the archival status under External resources > Archived in. The record will be archived soon.
