zotero.org operates primarily as a productivity suite, focusing on reference management. Zotero is a free, open-source reference management software to manage bibliographic data and related research materials. It allows users to collect, organize, cite, and share research sources. It is operated by Corporation for Digital Scholarship.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into file storage & hosting, document collaboration, and educational platforms, providing a broader range of services.
zotero.org is a well-established platform operated by Corporation for Digital Scholarship. Top 10,000 global website, 19 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 10,000 global website19 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While zotero.org is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
File Hosting
zotero.org
allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
Document Hosting
zotero.org
hosts documents and pages shared via links. Because the domain is trusted, links pass through email spam filters easily. Attackers exploit this to host fake invoices, login pages, or malware download prompts.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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{
"domain": "zotero.org",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "productivity_suite",
"specialization": "Reference Management",
"secondary_purposes": [
"file_storage",
"document_collaboration",
"educational"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Free, open-source research and reference management software",
"summary": "Zotero is a free, open-source reference management software to manage bibliographic data and related research materials. It allows users to collect, organize, cite, and share research sources.",
"operator": "Corporation for Digital Scholarship",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"reference management",
"academic research",
"citation",
"open source",
"productivity",
"education"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": false,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": false,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "2006-08-29",
"rank": 5386,
"hosting_provider": "AMAZON-AES"
}
}