Pricing for nonprofits
100% free and open source. Collect, cite and share research with 300MB of sync, unlimited with own WebDAV, plus group libraries.
Review for nonprofits
Research manager free with 300MB sync, unlimited via WebDAV.
100% free and open source. Collect, cite and share research with 300MB of sync, unlimited with own WebDAV, plus group libraries.
Typical nonprofit uses:
- Manage citations for reports and grants
- Share group libraries across teams
- Archive web sources with snapshots
Pros:
- Best-in-class citation styles
- Word and Docs plugins free
- Groups with unlimited members
Cons:
- 300MB sync without WebDAV
- PDF indexing needs setup
- Interface is academic-plain
FAQ about Zotero for nonprofits
Is Zotero free?
Yes, and open source. 300MB of sync is included, expandable with paid storage or free unlimited via own WebDAV.
What can it cite?
Over 10,000 citation styles with Word, LibreOffice and Google Docs plugins.
Can teams share?
Yes. Unlimited group libraries with role-based access for programs and coalitions.
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