Zotero Connector

Zotero Connector

Save references to Zotero from your web browser

What is Zotero Connector?
"Zotero Connector" is a handy browser tool that simplifies your web-based study or research work. It auto-detects content and allows you to add references to your Zotero library with one click. Besides saving PDFs and webpage snapshots, it also aids in accessing gated content via your institutional web proxy. Although it can function independently, for advanced features like automatic citation insertion into documents and efficient reference organization, use it with the Zotero desktop app.
Stats
Users: 5,000,000+
Version: 5.0.123 (Last updated: 2024-03-22)
Creation date: 2020-06-02
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • tabs
  • contextMenus
  • cookies
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • webNavigation
  • storage
Size: 1.27M
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Zotero Connector
Zotero Connector (v5.0.123)
4.10 (298) 2,912,561+
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Summary
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Zotero is a free, easy-to-use, open-source tool to help you collect, organize, annotate, cite, and share research.

The Zotero Connector automatically senses content as you browse the web and allows you to save items to Zotero with a single click. If a PDF is available, the Connector can save it to your library to read later, and it can even save snapshots of webpages in case they change or disappear. Whether you're searching for a preprint on arXiv.org, a journal article from JSTOR, a news story from the New York Times, or a book from your university library catalog, Zotero has you covered with support for thousands of sites.

Additionally, if you use a web-based proxy to access resources your institution subscribes to, the Zotero Connector can automatically redirect you through the proxy when you follow links to those sites from elsewhere on the web, making sure that you always have access to PDFs and other gated content.

While the Connector can save most pages directly to your zotero.org account, for the full Zotero experience be sure to install the Zotero desktop app, which allows you to organize your references efficiently, insert citations automatically into Word, LibreOffice, and Google Docs, and much more. You can download Zotero for free from https://www.zotero.org/download

We are happy to help with any issues you encounter with the Zotero Connector, but we cannot do so through the Chrome Web Store. For bug reports, questions, comments, or help, please visit https://www.zotero.org/support/getting_help

User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Zotero is great for managing document collections, offering alternatives to browser bookmarks, and saving copies of online resources.
  • The extension is highlighted for its functionality as a research assistant app which helps in managing references and citations.
  • Users appreciate the support provided on the Zotero site and the time saved by the extension.
Cons
  • There are issues with Google Docs integration, where citations unlink or the Zotero window fails to appear.
  • Users are experiencing bugs and errors that hinder the reliability of the app, especially when deadlines are involved.
  • Problems with syncing across devices and installing the Word plugin are causing frustration among users.
Most mentioned
  • Troubles with Google Docs compatibility and functionality causing unreliability.
  • Issues with syncing between devices and managing references and citations.
  • Challenges with the installation process, especially with additional plugins for word processors.
Recent reviews
Perfeita!
by Eduardo Dalcin Eduardo Dalcin, 2024-03-15

me gusta la aplicación
by vicente nango vicente nango, 2024-03-07

Zotero allows me to manage collections of documents, local, on the web... Want to avoid SEO driven search engines? Zotero helps with that. Want a smarter alternative to browser Bookmarks? Zotero helps with that. Want your own copy of online resources, just in case they disappear? Zotero helps with that. The list goes on... I can't believe I ever lived without Zotero.
by Shannon Haworth Shannon Haworth, 2024-02-22
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Safety
Risk impact

Zotero Connector is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Zotero Connector if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Zotero Connector has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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