# Linked data > The term Linked Data refers to a set of best practices for publishing structured data on the Web. These principles have been coined by Tim Berners-Lee in the design issue note Linked Data. The term Linked Data refers to a set of best practices for publishing structured data on the . These principles have been coined by in the design issue note [Linked Data](https://www.w3.org/DesignIssues/LinkedData). https://www.w3.org/wiki/LinkedData