How to Create a User Account

Setting up a personal user account allows you to create folders where you can save content, as well as set preferences such as default citation format.

To create a new user account:

1. Click the Your Profile link in the header (or on the hamburger menu on mobile/tablet).
2. In the Create Your Profile pop-up, enter your full name.
3. Enter your email address.
4. Enter a password. Your password must be a minimum of 6 characters in length.
5. Enter your password again to confirm it.
6. Select the type of user you are: Student, Teacher, Librarian, Account Admin, Library Patron, or Other.
7. Click Create Profile.
8. Once you have created your profile, you will be automatically logged in.