Zotero

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Open-source research assistant

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What is Zotero?

Zotero is a free, open-source research tool that helps collect, organize, annotate, and cite research sources.

Who is using Zotero?

ResearchersStudents & Educators

Quick verdict

Pricing

freemium

Alternative

Khanmigo — AI tutor by Khan Academy

Scorecard

3.6/ 5

How?

EditorNot yet rated

2.5

ValueBased on pricing model

4.0

Features5 listed features

3.0

PopularityUpvotes and GitHub stars

5.0

Key features

Source collection

Organization

Annotation

Citation

Sync

Platforms

web, mac, windows, linux, browser-extension

Added

2026-08-13

Getting started with Zotero

1Visit the official website at www.zotero.org
2Start with the free tier to explore core features before upgrading
3Integrate it into your workflow — use it on web, mac, windows, linux, browser-extension

Pricing

freemiumFree tier available, paid plans for advanced features

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Zotero FAQ

Is Zotero free to use?

Zotero offers a free tier with limited features. Paid plans unlock the full toolkit.

What platforms does Zotero support?

Zotero is available on web, mac, windows, linux, browser-extension. Check the official website for the most up-to-date platform availability.

What are some Zotero alternatives?

Popular alternatives include Khanmigo, Quizlet Q-Chat, QuillBot. See the full comparison →

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