Skip to Main Content

OpenAthens Authentication System: How to Log In

Resources and information for students and faculty to accessing the library's OpenAthens, off-campus authentication system or create OpenAthens-based links

Authenticating

Using Library Links

All library links on the Databaes page, Library Guides, and e-Resources are converted to OpenAthens links.  This links will take you to the library's log in page. In most cases, you will use your LLUH login credentials.  Some patrons will need to use their library login option.  If you do not have a library account, you will need to fill out the Patron Registration form.  (All current students already have a library account.)

Loma Linda University Login prompt

Starting from the Internet

If you are browsing online and discover an item of interest, look for an OpenAthens/institutional login link on the publisher's website.  The terms for an OpenAthens login can be:

  • "Login through your institution"
  • "OpenAthens Login"
  • "Federated Login"
  • or simply "Log in / Sign in"

Various institutional login prompts
(Image courtesy of the Medical College of Wisconsin Library)

No Repeat Logins

You will be asked to authenticate less often.  An OpenAthens session stays active for up to 8 hours.  If you continue to access OpenAthens-based links, you will not need to re-authenticate with in this time period, unless you clear your browser's cache & cookies or use incognito/in-private tabs.