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OCLC Web Services
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WorldCat Search API
The WorldCat Search API provides search and retrieval of bibliographic records in WorldCat, along with information on related library locations. Use of this service requires a service key which can be requested by filling out a form.
- Background on using the API
- Code and Sample Applications
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Known Issues
- Service Levels
- Who can use the web service? How do I get an access key?
- Service Terms and Conditions
- Planned Install Dates
- URI evaluator (requires an access key)
Registry Services
- Institution Registry -- Find and retrieve basic information about institutions and consortia profiled in the WorldCat Registry.
- OpenURL Gateway -- Using a special OpenURL link syntax, direct your Web users to full text and other online resources at an appropriate library based on the user's IP address.
Identifier Services
These services supply standard record identifiers and other information associated with an individual intellectual work that is represented in WorldCat. Submit an identifier to these services and they return a list of related identifiers and selected metadata.
WorldCat Identities
