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Network for researchers to share papers and collaborate on science.
ResearchGate is a network for researchers to share papers and collaborate on science. With over 25 million members, it lets you upload your publications, follow researchers in your field, ask questions, and find collaborators. It also tracks your reads, citations, and research interest score.
Key Features
- Share papers and preprints with 25M+ researchers
- Follow researchers and topics in your field
- Ask and answer research questions
- Track reads, citations, and research interest
- Find collaborators and job opportunities
- Free basic account for researchers
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Profiles, paper sharing, questions, and networking — no payment required. |
Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: Yes — it has a free plan.
Best for: researchers who share papers, follow colleagues, and ask questions in their field.
Popular with: Students, Teachers, Writers
Popular with: Students, Teachers, Writers
How it works
The platform is free to join for researchers, with a basic account that covers profiles, papers, and questions. Some features — like advanced stats and full-text access to certain papers — are limited or require a paid plan, but the core networking and sharing tools are free.
ResearchGate is the largest social network for scientists, and it is useful for staying visible in your field and finding people who work on the same problems. It will not replace a literature database, but for networking and sharing your own work it is the standard choice.
Pros and Cons
✓ Pros
- Largest network of researchers in the world
- Free to join and share your work
- Good for finding collaborators
- Tracks reads and citations on your papers
✗ Cons
- Free account has limited access to full-text papers
- Notifications and emails can be frequent
- Some features push you towards paid plans
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View detailsLast reviewed: November 2026