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What is LibKey?

LibKey Nomad is a browser extension that helps students and researchers quickly access Queen Mary's online resources, such as journal articles. It is produced by 'Third Iron Company'.

When you are searching for resources online, the LibKey button will appear if Queen Mary has a subscription to the resource, or if an open access (free) version is available.

Goes directly to a pdf of the resource: 

Goes to the resource on a publisher/vendor website: 

Opens Queen Mary Library page with an alternative link to the resource or an option to request access from the Library: 

How do I get LibKey?

You can add the LibKey Nomad browser extension to your laptop or desktop:

1. Go to: https://thirdiron.com/downloadnomad/
2. Select Get LibKey Nomad Now
3. Choose your browser from the list
4. Follow the instructions to download and add the extension
5. Select Queen Mary as your institution to link LibKey to access our resources