The CIA World Factbook is Gone. Geognos is Here.
Your new, free, and completely up-to-date home for comprehensive global country data, maps, and demographics.
Looking for the World Factbook?
On February 4, 2026, the CIA unexpectedly discontinued the World Factbook. For educators, researchers, and journalists, this left a massive void for reliable, open-source country statistics.
Geognos fills that exact vacuum.
We provide a seamless, drop-in replacement for the data you rely on—completely free and accessible to everyone.
Everything You Need, All in One Place
Comprehensive data categorized for easy access.
Geography & Maps
Detailed terrain, borders, climate data, and high-quality reference maps.
Complete Demographics
Population data, age structures, health metrics, and growth rates.
Economic Indicators
GDP, inflation, trade statistics, and detailed labor force data.
Government & Society
Government types, legal systems, capital city data, and more.
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For Educators & Students
The perfect reliable source for open-book exams, geography projects, and syllabi.
For Journalists
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