What is Zotero?

Zotero is a research management application that works with your browser to collect, manage, and cite different types of sources. It's fairly easy to use, connects to your web browser and word processor where you do your work. Best of all it's free, open source and non profit.

What can you do with Zotero?

Save references to your library from any online database, library catalogue or web page
Add references manually for material that cannot be automatically imported
Attach PDFs, notes and images to your references
Organize your references in your Zotero library by for example project or subject
Insert citations and create bibliographies in your text document (e.g. Word or Google Docs)
Easily switch between different reference styles
Synchronize your reference library with your online Zotero account to be able to access it from any computer
Share references and collaborate with others

In short, Zotero will save you time and help you keep track of your sources.