You can download Zotero on the Zotero download page.
Watch the screencast below to see how to download, install, and configure Zotero for Firefox.
Zotero is best used as an add-on for Firefox. If you do not already have Firefox on your computer, go to mozilla.org and follow the instructions for the free download. If you prefer to use Chrome or Safari see the instructions below for Zotero Standalone.
While in Firefox, visit zotero.org/download and select Zotero for Firefox. When prompted click Allow, then Install Now, then Restart Now:
Zotero Standalone for Use with Firefox, Chrome, and Safari
Visit zotero.org/download and select Zotero 4.0 for Windows or Zotero 4.0 for Mac depending on your operating system. Follow download instructions.
Next download the extension for Firefox, Chrome, or Safari by clicking on its icon under Zotero 4.0 for Windows orZotero 4.0 for Mac and following the instructions.
Register for an Account at zotero.org. Your browser will reopen and you will be prompted to create an account . Registering for an account allows you to sync your Zotero library to the cloud, to create group libraries to collaborate with other Zotero users, and to monitor your storage usage.
Note that syncing to the cloud is not a substitute for backing up your Zotero account. To locate your Zotero directory go to Preferences, Advanced, Files and Folders, and then to Show Data Directory.
In Windows you will find the toolbar in the Zotero tab.
In the General Tab uncheck, if applicable, the following boxes under Miscellaneous.
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