Licensed Web Resources

Syracuse University Libraries, on behalf of the University, licenses a variety of research materials, e.g., databases, electronic journals and books, streaming media, data, etc.

• Anyone using a library workstation may access these resources on site.
• Only active Syracuse University affiliates are eligible to access licensed resources from off-campus locations. Access control (authentication) is required and specified in our contracts with the vendors of these resources. Syracuse University affiliation is maintained and tracked in University systems, such as the ID card system and human resources software, which are linked to the Libraries' online system. They include name, address, SU ID number, status and an expiration date.
• The Libraries take seriously the legal responsibility to comply with contracts and abide by current copyright law. We are diligent in maintaining our database of eligible users.
• The Libraries work closely with other University units to resolve status and classification problems for eligible users.
• Systematic downloading of articles or other information, sharing of articles or other information with individuals at other institutions, making content available on openly accessible servers / web sites, and/or using such articles or information for commercial purposes are expressly prohibited.
• E-resources subscribed to or owned by Syracuse University Libraries are licensed for scholarly, research or educational purposes and not intended for commercial use.
• Users should be aware that publishers and vendors may monitor use of electronic resources to ensure that the terms of their license agreements are being enforced. The Libraries are also contractually obligated to investigate reported misuse of licensed resources.
• The consequences of misuse could result in termination of the license and loss of the use of this material by the entire Syracuse University community. Violators of this policy may be subject to University disciplinary policies, criminal prosecution, and/or be liable for damages to the fullest extent provided by law.
• Uploading or otherwise incorporating licensed E-resource content into AI systems (University authorized as well as other) may be restricted or governed by individual license agreements that vary by vendor and publisher. Please consult with your subject librarian before using any Libraries’ licensed content for this purpose.