Rank Scope World operates as an OSINT-based meta-index. The project relies exclusively on public, open and legal data sources. RSW does not buy private files and does not compute proprietary scores: it aggregates, cleans and standardizes information that is already published elsewhere.
The exact combination of sources varies by index or category, but typically includes:
Rank Scope World follows the core principles of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT):
Public information evolves quickly. If you notice an outdated affiliation, a broken link or a missing context, you can request an update via the contact page.
Once validated, corrections are integrated into the next edition of the meta-index and its associated CSV dataset. Past editions remain unchanged in order to preserve an auditable historical record.
If you appear in a dataset and do not wish to be listed, you may submit a removal request through the contact form. Each case is reviewed individually, balancing public interest and individual concerns.
The following (non-exhaustive) list summarizes several key public references used during the December 2025 data collection phase for the 2026 edition of the meta-index. New sources may be added or removed in future editions.