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SOCJ 5250-Law and Society

Getting Started with Zotero

What is Zotero?

Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool to help you collect, organize, cite, and share your research sources.

Why use Zotero?
  • Free (up to 300 MB of storage)
  • Add citations with just a click
  • Create citations from PDFs
How do you get started?
  1. Download and install Zotero.
  2. Install the Zotero connector for your Browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Opera).
  3. Register for a free account.
  4. Sync your account 
  5. Start adding citations!

All about Zotero

Learn More about Zotero

  • Browse the Zotero.org website
  • Read past questions and discussions on the Zotero forum
  • Read user guides, installation instructions and FAQs here
  • Watch our Zotero video.