# Record

A **record** is a self-contained unit of data that contains data in JSON format.

Each **record** can be thought of as a single document or object that encapsulates a particular set of data, which can be easily stored, queried, and manipulated. 

**Records** can be created, retrieved, updated, and deleted via our app's user interface or RESTful API, providing you with the flexibility and control you need to manage your data effectively. Using JSON data makes it easy to store and work with your information in a standardized and scalable format.

A **record** can either be privately or publicly accessible, depending on its parent [collection](https://docs.myjson.online/terminology/collection). If a record is not assigned to a specific collection, it is publicly accessible by default.

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**Public** record can be edited by anyone who have the record id. 
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