EBSCO & OpenAthens Authentication

Offer easy online access to all the materials in your library collection. OpenAthens goes beyond IP authentication, supporting a personalized research experience through single sign-on (SSO). OpenAthens is secure and simple to set up, customize and manage.

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Simplify access to your library's resources

  • Easy access with one username and password

    With OpenAthens, users only need to authenticate once to access all your e-resources, saving them time and frustration.

  • Statistics and data

    Gather detailed usage statistics. Learn access and search patterns to better understand users’ needs, and make the most of your resources.

  • Secure access

    OpenAthens single sign-on (SSO) technology allows only your authenticated library patrons to access your e-resources.

  • Log in from anywhere

    Users can access your e-resources from anywhere using their mobile devices or computers, all through the EDS single search box.

  • Seamless account management

    Once user accounts are set up, administrators have access to an easy-to-use dashboard to manage users and access.

For Clarkson College, [which is] looking to attract top-flight students, it is absolutely vital that we have seamless access to provide a positive experience for users. OpenAthens has allowed us to meet that expectation.

— Anne Heimann, Director of Library Services
Clarkson College

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The Difference Between IP/Proxy and OpenAthens
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Streamline the User's Journey with OpenAthens
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Library Authentication Decision Tree