Choose how to get started
Do-It-Yourself
Are you a Stanford faculty, staff, or student and have one or just a few items to deposit? Use our self-service web application and you'll be done in a jiffy.
SDR Features
The benefits of this service distinguish the SDR from other content storage or management options on campus: deposited content is preserved in a robust, reliable, and secure environment for access by scholars today and for generations to come.
Persistent Access
Every deposit is accessible at a persistent URL (PURL) maintained by Stanford Libraries. Ideal for citations.
Usage metrics
Real-time tracking of how many times your SDR item has been viewed or downloaded always you to better understand the impact of your shared works.
ORCID iDs
Choose to enter your ORCID iD along with your deposit to ensure your work is reliably attributed to you. ORCID iDs are displayed next to author and contributor names, and link directly to their ORCID records.
Access controls
For those cases when open access to the public is not suitable, access to your work can be restricted to Stanford users.
SearchWorks catalog
Your work is discoverable in the library catalog, where it is picked up by search engines like Google for users around the globe.
Additional features of self-deposit
Embargo
Delay the release of your deposit for any time up to 3 years from the date of deposit.
Versioning
Make any changes to your work after deposit by opening a new version. The most recent version will be available to users online; previous versions may be accessed upon request.
Custom use statement
When a standard license or use statement doesn't meet your needs, a custom use statement can be included with your deposit.
Explore the SDR
Online exhibits
Digital showcases for research and teaching.
Web Accessibility
Stanford University is committed to providing an online environment that is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities.
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