This dataset supports the literature review titled “Global perspectives, local solutions: Improving human–predator coexistence through collaboration, meaningful experiences and cross-cultural knowledge”, and compiles data from 76 peer-reviewed articles from 33 countries that address socio-ecological factors influencing human–predator coexistence worldwide. The dataset includes both categorical and numerical variables coded from the literature, covering aspects such as geographic region, focal predator species, study design, stakeholder engagement, gender representation, habitat types, presence of cross-cultural factors, and factors associated with coexistence. Each row represents a distinct study-species (when the distinction was made within the article, we separated the species in different rows), and includes 21 variables capturing key attributes distributed in columns. The dataset enables exploration of spatial and thematic trends in coexistence research and facilitates the analysis of factors contributing to coexistence between humans and predators. It offers reuse potential for researchers conducting global comparisons, investigating patterns in coexistence framing, and exploring the underrepresented nuances of factors associated to predator tolerance under different contexts. Variables are clearly labelled and include a corresponding coding guide for transparency and reproducibility. No original field data were collected for this dataset; all information was extracted from previously published studies, which are cited in supporting information S1 and within the article. Ethical considerations are minimal, as all data were in the public domain at the time of extraction. However, appropriate attribution should be given to both this dataset and the original studies upon reuse.