What is the "30-Day Delay"?
The "30-day delay" means that satellite imagery captured by Planet will be available in Planet Explorer with a delay of 30 days from the date it was captured under the E&R Basic program. For example, if an image was captured on January 1st, it will become accessible in Planet Explorer on January 31st.
How Does the "30-Day Delay" Work?
Imagery Capture
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Day 0: Imagery is captured by Planet's satellites.
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Day 0-30: Imagery is processed and stored securely.
Availability in Planet Explorer
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Day 31: Imagery becomes available in Planet Explorer for viewing, analysis, and download.
Example Timeline
| Date Captured | Date Available |
|---|---|
| January 1 | January 31 |
| February 15 | March 16 |
| March 25 | April 24 |
Accessing Delayed Imagery
Planet Explorer
After the 30-day period, the imagery will be accessible through Planet Explorer, our powerful web-based platform for searching, viewing, and analyzing satellite imagery. Users can utilize the platform's tools to:
- View high-resolution imagery.
- Perform detailed analyses.
- Download data for offline use.
Notifications and Updates
Planet Labs offers notifications and updates regarding the availability of new imagery. Users can subscribe to alerts to stay informed about when specific areas of interest have new imagery available.
Please see "How to Save Your Work" for details.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I request earlier access to imagery?
A: Yes, you can purchase imagery packages with no delay. Please refer to the Planet Insights Platform Pricing for more details on available packages and pricing.
Q: How does the 30-day delay apply to PlanetScope within the E&R Basic program?
A: The 30-day delay within the E&R Basic program means that PlanetScope imagery will be available 30 days after it has been captured. During this delay period, the imagery will not be accessible, but after the 30 days, it will be available for viewing and analysis.
Q: How do I know when new imagery is available?
A: Planet Explorer provides tools for setting up notifications and alerts. You can receive updates when new imagery becomes available for your areas of interest. Please see "How to Save Your Work" for details.
Q: Does the delay period affect all types of imagery?
A: The 30-day delay applies to PlanetScope imagery captured by Planet's satellites under the E&R Basic program, regardless of the type or location.
Q: Will this change in the future?
A: Planet continuously evaluates its programs to best serve its users. Any changes to the 30-day delay policy will be communicated.
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