How to Cite a DOI

By: Gcite Citation Team | March 19, 2024

✍ Create a citation for a DOI using List or Essay citations.

What is a DOI and where are they located?

A Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is a unique alphanumeric string assigned to a document - such as a journal article, report, or book - to provide a permanent link to its location on the internet. DOIs ensure that even if URLs change, the document can always be found.

Pro Tips for Citing a DOI

🔍 Always use the DOI in citations when available.
- DOIs provide a stable link to content, unaffected by changes in the content's location or web address.
- A DOI link is preferred over a URL because it is less likely to lead to broken links.
📖 Understand the structure of a DOI.
- A DOI is usually found on the first page of a digital document or in the header/footer of a website.
- The structure of a DOI typically follows this format: 10.xxxx/xxxxxx.
- DOIs are oftern prefixed by https://doi.org/ to be in this format: https://doi.org/10.xxxx/xxxxxx
✔️ Verify the DOI for accuracy before citation.
- Incorrect DOIs can lead to dead ends. Double-check the DOI for typos.
- Use the DOI's hyperlink to confirm it leads to the intended document.

Gcite's Metrics for DOIs

trustworthiness:

DOIs are highly reliable identifiers for academic and professional documentation.

ease To Cite:

Citing with DOIs is straightforward and enhances the credibility of citations.

popularity:

DOIs are widely used for academic and research documents on Gcite.

*** These metrics are not based on statistics and are subjective measurements.***