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Zotero

Manage sources and generate citations with this free tool.

What is Zotero?

Zotero is a free citation management tool that helps you keep track of all your sources. It works with major internet browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari) as well as common word processors like Google Docs and Microsoft Word.

With Zotero you can:

  • Store all your sources in one place
  • Automatically create citations and bibliographies in MLA, APA, Chicago, and many other styles
  • Keep reading notes linked to sources
  • Create collaborative group libraries
  • And more!

Pictured below is a screenshot of a full Zotero library on a Mac:

Screenshot of a Zotero library on Mac. It shows a list of sources organized by title. One source is highlighted and shows a list of its metadata, including its title, author, publication date, and URL.