Q. What is a permalink? Where do I find it?

In nearly all library databases, if you want to link to an article, eBook, or other resource, you will need to capture and use the permanent link for the resource, rather than the URL that is in the address bar. This is because URLs in the address bar "break" and expire over time.

Look for a "permalink," "share," "link," or "copy URL" button or icon.

This permalink or share button is usually located in the description of an article, ebook, or video. Here are some of the most common examples from the Lindell Library:

1. EBSCO databases: usually located on the right panel or top of a document.
   
   Once you click the icon, a new box will open at the top of your page/document - that's the URL you want to copy.
   
   
    
2. ProQuest databases: usually located at the top right of a document.
   
   
    
3. eBook Central: located to the left of the description on the ebook landing page (a), or the top right if you're in the ebook text already (b).
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4. Films on Demand: share link can be found right under the video.
   
   Once you click it, go to the 'Link' tab and copy the URL found there. 
   
   
    
5. Kanopy: share link is located right next to the details tab. 
   
   
    
6. Alexander Street Press (videos and texts): Look for an "Embed/Link" option at the top of a document or video.
   
   Once you click the icon, find the Permanent link option for your resource and look for the link to copy. 
   
   
    
7. Credo Reference: Look for the Share icon at the top of an article (near the title), once you click it, select the option that works best for you.
   

Can't find a permalink? 

If you cannot find a permanent link in a database (for example: JSTOR) here's how you can create one:

1. Find a stable link for your resource. Look for an on-page place to copy a link first, if you don't find one, then copy the URL in the browser bar.
   
    
2. Copy the URL, and paste it in a text file or word document, then add the prefix:
   
   https://ezproxy.augsburg.edu/login?url=
    
3. Your final permanent link URL would then look like this:
   
   https://ezproxy.augsburg.edu/login?url=https://www.jstor.org/stable/26977099
    
4. Test your permanent link in a new browser window. It should force a logon through Inside Augsburg and then direct you straight to your resource.

If you are looking for a permanent link and need help, don't hesitate to reach out to the library! We'd be happy to assist you.