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Definition of a PURL: A PURL (a Persistent Uniform Resource Locator) is an intermediate WWW address, which directs users automatically to a specific Web address for a given resource. Once set up, a PURL never needs to be updated, though the URL to which it points may change.
Contact: Sally Lockwoode-resources@cornell.edu
Unit: E-Resources
Date last reviewed: 02
Date of next review: June 20262027
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The following are general guidelines for determining if a PURL should be created for an electronic resource. If you are unsure about a particular resource, or have a suggestion, please contact Sally Lockwood.contact e-resources@cornell.edu
We will create PURLs for:
- Local digital collections (such as Digital Collections and MediaSpace) at the collection level & title level.
- Resources approved by the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for listing in Databases.
- Other resources at the discretion of the E-Resources unit.
- Please contact e-resources@cornell.edu to request or update a PURL.
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