How to Share Online Resources

Share links to library resources instead of PDFs to keep in compliance with license agreements, improve access for your students, and ensure content stays up to date.

Why link instead of sharing files?

License Agreements

We license our databases and journals from publishers and other vendors. Some licenses prohibit PDF sharing and we are bound to those terms. Learn more about using our licensed materials.

Track Resource Use

We review the use of online resources each year to inform renewal decisions. A downloaded PDF shows one use, while a link will accurately show use by all students.

Content Updates

Publishers update articles with corrections, retractions, or related content. Links always point to the most current version.

Create a Persistent Link

Persistent links are designed to provide permanent access to a specific online resource and should not change over time or expire when your browser session ends.

From a Library Resources Search

Look for the permalink symbol from your search results or the details page you see when you click on a title.

From a database or journal

Look for permanant link, permalink, or direct link on the page. Be sure that you are accessing the resource through the UNE Library website so that our paid subscriptions will be recognized. The URL should contain “https://une.idm.oclc.org/login?url=”.

Questions & Help

If you have questions on this, or another topic, contact a librarian for help!