Frequently Asked Questions

How do I obtain a new account?

New accounts for ARK and DOI services are available to University of California users only, with access being managed at the campus-level through the library. Please reach out to your campus library directly to obtain an account.

What alternatives do I have for DOI and ARK registration services?

For DOI services:

Option 1: Use the services of a repository that provides DOIs, such as Dryad, Dataverse or figshare. This is a good option if you need only a very small number of DOIs.

Option 2: Direct membership in DataCite. See https://www.datacite.org for additional details.

Option 3: Direct membership in Crossref. See https://www.crossref.org for additional details.

For ARK services:

The ARK Alliance offers many resources to help users get started with ARKs, including setting up your own infrastructure. See https://arks.org for additional details.

If I already have an EZID account, can I upgrade or change it?

For assistance with changes to existing accounts, please contact us.