UGA Libraries will be discontinuing its RefWorks license for all UGA users on August 31, 2026.
RefWorks users will have several options:
- They can migrate to a different citation management tool, including Zotero and Endnote. Zotero is a free, open-source option, and Endnote is a tool that UGA Libraries licenses for all campus users. While there are a variety of citation management tools to pick from, UGA Librarians provide training and migration assistance for Endnote and Zotero.
- Users who want to keep their RefWorks account can purchase a personal subscription at a discounted rate after our institutional license expires.
Have questions or need help?
Review some of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below for more information and resources. Our librarians are also happy to provide training and assistance. For example, you can:
- Visit our Endnote and Zotero guides to download and view tutorials and troubleshooting tips.
- Email or set up an appointment with a librarian.
- Check out our events page for upcoming workshops on Endnote, Zotero, and other relevant research topics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which citation management tool should I use?
In addition to Endnote and Zotero, for which we can provide training and assistance, there are a variety of other available citation management tools. Please check out our comparison charts to review these tools by features and/or tasks.
Can I keep my RefWorks account?
Users who want to keep their RefWorks account can purchase a personal subscription at a discounted rate after UGA's institutional license expires on August 31, 2026.
How do I migrate to another citation management tool like Endnote or Zotero?
To migrate to another tool, you will first want to export your references from RefWorks. You can then import these references into tools like Endnote or Zotero.
Will RefWorks references be linked to their attachment (e.g., article PDFs) when I migrate to another citation manager?
Citations and attachments will need to be exported separately and then manually re-linked.
Can I migrate my folder structure?
No, you will need to export .RIS files a folder at a time.
Does exporting references from RefWorks delete them from my account?
No, exporting from RefWorks does not delete them.
What will happen to my RefWorks data and account after August 31, 2026?
Your RefWorks data will be stored for 120 days after August 31, 2026. All accounts will be purged after 120 days as well.
Can I store my RefWorks files in DropBox?
You can easily use DropBox sync to copy your reference files into Dropbox. The citation and attachment files will not be linked.
How do I convert References that are in Word or Google Docs?
To convert from RefWorks Write-n-Cite to Endnote CWYC (Cite While You Write), please follow these steps.
Email or set up an appointment with a librarian for more assistance.