Why isn't the Citeit! browser bookmarklet working?
Check that your browser settings are not blocking third-party cookies, or the website might be blocking external scripts, try clearing cache or installing the new Cite it! browser extension.
New browser extension for Cite it!
A new browser extension for Cite it! was released in March 2025. The browser extension is a more reliable method for capturing web resources for your lists. View the instructions on how to install the extension.
If Cite it! is not working, try the following steps:
- Allow third-party cookies: In the browser address bar, if you see the eye icon with a line through it
then cookies are blocked. Click on the eye icon, then select the Site not working? option and click the Allow cookies button. - Website restrictions: If Cite it! is not opening when clicked, this means the website blocks external scripts, like Cite it! In this case, you will have to install the browser extension version of Cite it! or choose another method for creating the item in your resource list.
- Clear cache and cookies: Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete to open the Clear browsing data window in all major browsers. Then select the cache and cookies options.
