Mendeley web can be used conjunction with Mendeley Desktop, or as a research tool in its own right.
If you haven't already done so, sign in at Mendeley.com.
![](https://libapps-au.s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/accounts/178628/images/Sign_in_to_Mendeley_Web.png)
As shown below, you can now access the Web version of your library, edit your profile, search for papers, groups or people, and access Mendeley's social features via your dashboard.![](https://libapps-au.s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/accounts/189842/images/DL.jpg)
We also recommend you regularly review your settings and privacy, accessible via the down arrow on the right of your dashboard.
![](https://libapps-au.s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/accounts/178628/images/Mendeley_web_login_settings_and_privacy.jpg)
Now, move on to the text tab to explore the features and functions of the Mendeley Web Reference Library.