Sometimes the HINARI website or the publisher's platform experiences technical difficulties. If you have confirmed your credentials are correct but cannot access content, the problem may be technical. Notify HINARI staff by emailing hinari@who.int so they can investigate and communicate with the publisher.

The library or designated contact will provide the institutional username and password. Many institutions also provide access via Athens IDs for off-campus use.

in partnership with major global publishers, represents one of the most significant efforts to bridge the "knowledge gap" between industrialized and developing nations. For researchers and clinicians in low- and middle-income countries, a Hinari username and password

To access full-text articles, you must follow the correct login sequence: HINARI/Research4Life Portal button (usually in the upper right). Enter your institutional credentials. Verification:

: Each registered institution has a single, shared username and password. If you are a student or staff member, you must ask your institutional librarian or director for these details.

Once authenticated, select from the list of available Research4Life programmes.

The HINARI portal offers a vast collection of journals, books, and databases from major publishers, which would otherwise be inaccessible to many researchers and healthcare professionals in developing countries. By providing access to this wealth of information, HINARI enables users to stay up-to-date with the latest research, clinical guidelines, and health policies, ultimately contributing to improved healthcare outcomes and informed decision-making.

If the institution's contact has changed and the ID is lost, you can email [email protected] with your institution's complete details to request a password reset. Important Guidelines for Use

To help you get the best access, let me know:

If credentials are compromised or posted publicly, publishers may revoke access for the entire institution. Always treat your HINARI login information with the same care you would treat your personal banking credentials.