The Library's online subscription resources (databases, electronic journals, or e-books) can always be accessed from computers and wireless networks on campus. However, our license agreements restrict off-campus access to current UCLA, students, faculty, and staff who have set up their computer using one of the following methods.
- Proxy Server: A setting in your web browser which automatically diverts you to a UCLA logon page when you access a site to which UCLA subscribes.
- Virtual Private Networking (VPN): A program at UCLA you can download and install to enable a secure, private network. When you logon with VPN software, you'll then have access. Note: This option is required for Endnote or other non-web browser programs which don't have proxy settings.
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): UCLA students are required to enroll in Multi-Factor Authentication to connect to the Campus VPN service.
- If needed, get help from Bruin On-Line (BOL) / IT Services.
Special access is not required to use the UCLA Library website or UC Library Search catalog to search UCLA and all UC campus holdings.