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Perma.cc helps scholars, journals, courts, and others create permanent records of web sources they cite, ensuring reliable and unbreakable links to an unalterable record of any page cited.
Services
Perma.cc helps scholars, journals, courts, and other entities create permanent records of the web sources they cite. It offers reliable and unbreakable links to an unalterable record of any cited page. Perma.cc provides a variety of usage plans, with academic libraries and courts eligible for free, unlimited access, while other groups and individuals can choose from paid plans. The service also includes an API for developers to integrate its functionality into their applications.
Supported by Libraries
Perma.cc is built and supported by a consortium of libraries. It is developed and maintained by the Harvard Law School Library, offering a robust and collaborative infrastructure that ensures the reliability and longevity of the archival records it provides. The service remains free for the academic libraries and courts, promoting its widespread use within these crucial sectors.
Issue of Link Rot
Link rot is a significant issue addressed by Perma.cc, affecting over 50% of cited links in Supreme Court opinions, 70% of cited links in academic legal journals, and 20% of all articles in science, technology, and medicine. Link rot occurs when cited URLs no longer point to the intended pages, disrupting the integrity of academic and legal citations. Perma.cc combats this by providing stable, permanent links to preserved web content.
Trusted by Institutions
Perma.cc is trusted by over 150 journals, courts, and universities globally to maintain the integrity of their citations. This trust is bolstered by its open-source nature, the availability of its code on GitHub, and endorsement by significant academic citation guides, such as The Bluebook. By ensuring the permanency of cited web sources, Perma.cc supports the academic and legal communities in maintaining accurate and reliable documentation.
Recognitions and Awards
Perma.cc has received significant recognition for its contributions, including winning the Webby award for Best Law Website in 2015. This award highlights Perma.cc's impact and effectiveness in providing a crucial service for citation accuracy and reliability, reinforcing its reputation as a leading tool in the legal and academic fields.