Why doesn't this Discover link work? Finding Persistent Links

Answer

You can't use the URL in the browser address bar to save links to articles you have found in Discover. Address bar links are for that search session only, so once you end that search session or close your browser, the link will no longer work, and you will be redirected to a blank EBSCO page when you try to use it.

You have to save what is called a "Permalink" or "Permanent link" to the article. 

Old EBSCO persistent link

The permalink will appear, you can then copy (Control + C) and then paste (Control + V) the link in a Word document.

copy the permalink provided

 

  • Last Updated Jul 16, 2025
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  • Answered By Jennifer Rempel

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