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CitationsJabRef
Free

Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 or later.

 Free

Free and open source, funded by donations.

Linux Windows, macOS, Linux, Browser extension
  • Works directly with plain BibTeX files
  • Native GNOME interface
  • Stores libraries in plain text BibTeX/BibLaTeX files
  • Fits naturally into LaTeX writing
  • Linux only
  • Limited to the BibTeX format
  • Centred on BibTeX, which is less familiar outside LaTeX users
  • Maintained by volunteers in their spare time
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Browser extension
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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