Q. How do I access online resources available through the Harvard Library?

Gutman Library and Harvard Library have paid for your access to hundreds of websites and online resources. 

You can access these online resources in multiple ways, on and off campus, with your Harvard Key:

• Via library websites and tools
  • Users accessing online resources via library websites or tools, such as HOLLIS, LibGuides, or Library Reserves within Canvas courses will be prompted to sign in using your Harvard Key.
• On content provider website
  • Browser tools: Explore the Get Scholarly Articles for Free guide to learn about different tools you can add to your browser that will identify when you have should have access to an online resource. Each tool has features that you may find helpful at different times. Most people mix and match for different purposes: We recommend exploring each tool to find the one that's right for you. 
  • Institutional login: You can "Login via my Institution" directly on a content provider website using OpenAthens and your Harvard Key. 

Receiving errors? You may occasionally need to clear your browser cookies and cache and/or try a new private/incognito browser if you encounter problems accessing online resources.

Still need help? Ask Us. We can help troubleshoot your access and may have additional ways to get you a copy of something you need.