Zotero provides a browser connector for Firefox, Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Safari. There is no compatible connector for Internet Explorer.
This page provides instructions for Firefox, Chrome, Microsoft Edge (step-by-step and video), and Safari (step-by-step and video)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Firefox, Chrome, and Microsoft Edge
- Go to the Downloads page on Zotero.org
- Click the Download Connector button
- The system will automatically recognize which browser you are using
- Follow the installation prompts from your browser
- The connector icon will appear in your browser's toolbar or add-on menu
In Chrome, pin the add-on so it will be visible all of the time
For Firefox and Edge, you may need to close the browser and reopen it if the Connector isn't visible
Step-by-Step Instructions for Safari
The Zotero Browser Connector for Safari is bundled with the Zotero app when it is downloaded and installed.
The Zotero Connector for Safari requires at least Safari 15 on macOS 11 Big Sur or later.
- Open the Zotero desktop app
- Open Safari
- From the Safari drop down menu, select Preferences.
- In the Preferences pop-up window, choose the Extensions tab
- In the left sidebar, check the Zotero Connector option
- The Browser Connector icon should appear in the upper right bar of the Sarari window
- You can now search for and add sources to your Zotero Library
