> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.terraref.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.terraref.org/revisions/user-manual/how-to-access-data/using-globus-sensor-and-genomics-data.md).

# Using Globus (Sensor and Genomics data)

## About Globus Connect

The [Globus Connect](https://www.globus.org/globus-connect) service provides high-performance, secure, file transfer and synchronization between endpoints. It also allows you to securely share your data with other Globus users.

## Installing Globus

To access data via Globus, you must first have a Globus account and endpoint.

1. Sign up for Globus at [globus.org](https://www.globus.org/)
2. Download and install Globus Connect [Personal](https://www.globus.org/globus-connect-personal) or [Server.](https://www.globus.org/globus-connect-server)

## Requesting Access

To request access to the Terraref endpoint, send your Globus id (or University email) to David LeBauer (<dlebauer@illinois.edu>) with 'TERRAREF Globus Access Request' in the subject. You will be notified once you have been granted access.

## Accessing Data via Globus

To transfer data to your computer or server:

1. Log into Globus [https://www.globus.org](https://www.globus.org/)
2. Add an endpoint for the destination (e.g. your local computer) <https://www.globus.org/app/endpoints/create-gcp>
3. Go to the 'transfer files' page: <https://www.globus.org/app/transfer>
4. Select source
   * Endpoint: Terraref
   * Path: Navigate to the subdirectory that you want.
   * Select (click) a folder
   * Select (highlight) files that you want to download at destination
   * Select the endpoint that you set up above of your local computer or server
   * Select the destination folder (e.g. /\~/Downloads/)
5. Click 'go'
6. Files will be transfered to your computer

## See also

* Globus [Getting Started](https://docs.globus.org/how-to/get-started/)
* [Transfer API Documentation](https://docs.globus.org/api/transfer/)