How do I activate my access for ScienceDirect using a Registration ID?

Last updated on June 23, 2022

To access your institution's ScienceDirect subscription from anywhere, you must activate your registration ID.

How

Registration ID activation involves a few simple steps:

Please note:

  • These entry fields are case sensitive. Please ensure the correct character strings have been entered into the Registration ID and Passcode.
  • Do not 'copy and paste' the Registration ID or Passcode, to prevent any extra characters and spaces.

  1. Enter the Registration ID and Passcode in the appropriate fields provided, and click 'Continue'.
    screenshot Registration ID and Passcode fields
  2. A message will be displayed on the screen confirming that your Registration ID redemption is successful. Click 'Continue'.
    screenshot Registration ID redemption is successful
  3. The next step depends if you already have an existing Elsevier account or not. Enter your email address and click 'Continue'. We’ll take you to the appropriate flow.
    screenshot enter email address
    • If you have a user account that is linked to an institutional credential, you will be automatically prompted to sign in via your institution.
      screenshot institutional credential
    • If you do not have a user account that is linked to an institutional credential, then you will need to provide your password.
      screenshot non-institutional credential
    • If you do not have an Elsevier account, you will be asked to register to gain access to your institutional subscription.
      screenshot register for Elsevier account
  4. Enter your details and continue to ScienceDirect.

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