To obtain a Google Scholar ID (often referred to as the Google Scholar user profile ID), you first need to create a Google Scholar profile. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
How To Get Google Scholar Id
1. Visit Google Scholar:
Go to Google Scholar.
2. Sign In:
Click on “My Profile” on the upper left corner of the page. If you’re not already logged in, you’ll be prompted to sign in using your Google account.
3. Set Up Profile:
If you don’t have a profile yet:
- Enter your name.
- Provide your affiliation (institution or organization) and email address. A verification email will be sent to your institutional email to confirm the association.
- Select your areas of interest.
4. Adding Publications:
Once your profile is created, Google Scholar will provide a list of publications associated with your name. Verify these articles:
- You can select the articles that are yours.
- Add other articles manually if Google Scholar missed some.
5. Obtain Your Google Scholar ID:
Once your profile is set up:
- Click on your name or the “My Citations” link at the top of the Google Scholar homepage.
- Your profile URL will look something like this:
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=XXXXX&hl=en. The sequence of characters after?user=and before&hl(in this example,XXXXX) is your Google Scholar ID.
6. Customize Profile Settings:
For more control:
- Consider setting your profile to “public” so others can find and view your publications.
- Set up alerts to be informed when someone cites your work.
- Adjust other settings as needed.
7. Promote Your Google Scholar Profile:
Now that you have your Google Scholar ID:
- Add it to your CV, academic webpage, or anywhere else you want people to find your academic work.
- Share it on social media or in your email signature.
BONUS: Integrating Google Scholar ID in a Blog
If you have a personal blog or academic webpage and you want to guide visitors to your Google Scholar profile:
- Create a Button or Link: Make a clickable element on your blog that says “My Google Scholar Profile” or use the Google Scholar logo.
- Embed the URL: Link this button or clickable element to your Google Scholar profile using the aforementioned profile URL.
That’s it! You now have a functional and easily accessible way for visitors to view your academic contributions.
