Secure Referring URL

Secure Referring URL

Benefits/Features

• Enables on-site and remote access
• Provides a relatively quick way to set up authentication (provided the library staff has the expertise to set up an authentication Web page)
• Some proxy servers (i.e., EZProxy) and ILS systems (i.e., SirsiDynix or Innovative Interfaces) can also be configured to control access, such as restricting users with library fines

How it Works

In this method, your library provides access to the collection only after the user has been identified as valid. Users are first prompted for information (such as a library bar code). Once the information is verified, the library links to NetLibrary, which recognizes the user is coming from the "referring URL," and authenticates the user.

When to Use

Smaller libraries can employ this method with a Web page that verifies information.

Further Resources

If you need further assistance with authentication, please contact OCLC support at 1-800-848-5800 or support@oclc.org or contact your OCLC regional service provider. Customized options may be available in unique situations.

• NetLibrary
• Publisher Partners
• Authentication options
• Promote eContent in your library