Answered By: Layla Burroughs
Last Updated: Oct 03, 2024     Views: 2619

How do I find permalinks?


A permalink (also known as a permanent link) is a link to an online resource. With a webpage, you can just copy the URL in your browser’s address bar and then use it to access that webpage again; however, it is not that straightforward in the library databases.

Find a Permalink in the Search Everything

The Search Everything box on the library homepage searches all library databases at once. The image below highlights where to find permalinks in this search system. From the search results page, select the Permalink (chain link) icon next to the title of the article. A pop-up box will appear below the citation information with the permalink. You can select Copy the Permalink to Clipboard to copy and paste it into your document.

Each major database has different instructions for permalinks, so please refer to the How to Do Library Research guide for instructions on more databases.