Prepare your project and team
Build, test, and translate KoboToolbox forms quickly, set up accounts and permissions, and choose the right field equipment.
Collect data in the field
Set up KoboCollect and web forms to collect submissions online or offline, including audio recordings and GPS data.
Process and manage results
Transcribe, translate, and analyze qualitative audio data, then review, validate, clean, and export your data for analysis.
Everything you need to start collecting field data
This starter kit is designed to help teams quickly prepare for field data collection with KoboToolbox. It brings together practical factsheets and a checklist covering the main steps of a data collection workflow, from building forms and setting up accounts to configuring KoboCollect, choosing equipment, collecting GPS and audio data, managing submissions, and preparing data for analysis. Developed by Kobo staff experts, the starter kit is designed for project managers, data collection leads, trainers, and field teams who need clear, practical guidance before, during, and after data collection. It can be used for project planning, enumerator training, fieldwork preparation, or as quick reference materials during implementation.