The Zotero Web Library lets you access and manage your Zotero collections from any device using a web browser. It's ideal for:
Working on public computers
Using devices that don’t support the Zotero desktop app (e.g., Chromebooks or tablets)
Staying synchronized across multiple devices
✅ What You Can Do in the Web Library
Zotero Web Library shares many of the same features as the desktop app. You can:
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⚠️ Web Library Limitations
Some advanced features are only available in the desktop version:
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For writing and citing, we recommend using the Zotero Desktop App.
To use Zotero Web Library, follow these steps:
1. Create a Zotero Account
Go to zotero.org
Click Log In (upper-right corner)
Click Register for a Free Account
Follow the steps to set up your account
✅ Once registered, you’ll be directed to your Web Library.
2. Install the Zotero Browser Connector
On the Zotero homepage, click the large Download button
On the next page, click Install Connector for your browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari)
Restart your browser and log back into Zotero
🔄 You’ll now be able to save citations directly to your Web Library.
📌 For help installing the connector, see the tab “Selecting Zotero Settings.”
Note: See the tab "Using Zotero" to start using Zotero Web Library features.
Visit Zotero’s official Documentation page.