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Zotero

Learn how to use free Zotero research management software.

What is Zotero?

Zotero is a free and open-source reference management software to manage bibliographic data and related research materials (such as PDF files).  Zotero is simple and more intuitive than other citation management tools.

Zotero offers:

  • Web browser integration
  • Online syncing
  • Generation of in-text citations, footnotes and bibliographies
  • Integration with word processors


To download Zotero, click here.

Creating an Account

Creating an account with Zotero allows you to sync your library, create and join groups, and more. Navigate to the Zotero website to create an account: https://www.zotero.org/user/register. You can use a personal or your Hood email address, whichever you prefer. 

 

Zotero.org registration page.

Installing Zotero

If the computer you're using doesn't have the Zotero Standalone software installed yet, don't worry. Downloading is simple. Just visit the Zotero Download page and select Zotero for Windows (or Mac), and then choose the Zotero Connector (browser extension) for your preferred browser. This connector allows you to save sources you find online in Zotero.

Desktop application and browser extension download webpage.