March 2025

COUNTER 5.1 reports are now available for download from the Librarian Portal and via the SUSHI API. The changes outlined below highlight the aspects of Release 5.1 that most impact Springer Nature usage data. For more detailed information about the COUNTER 5.1 release, we encourage you to consult the official COUNTER documentation.

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As of January 1, 2025, Springer Nature Link expanded the 'full book download' option to all books. This highly requested feature has streamlined access, making it easier than ever to obtain entire books quickly and efficiently.

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At the start of the year, we implemented several updates to our metadata to improve accuracy and coverage. If you haven’t done so yet, we strongly recommend processing the MARC updates from the first quarter of the year to ensure your records are up to date, which also includes two new Industry Sector Collections:

• SpringerNature - Springer Special AI Collections - Books
• SpringerNature - Springer Special AI Collections - Journals

You can select packages, copyright years, and customize the date to find new records since your last update. MARC records are also available for OA eBooks and Journals. Libraries without licenses can select OA titles matching their disciplines.

Starting in early April, we’ll be updating the current login pages to a new, streamlined version already used across many other Springer Nature products and platforms.

This change will unify your account preferences under a single account, allowing you to seamlessly log in to Springer Link, nature.com, and other connected services — and stay logged in.

During the migration, you’ll need to create a new password. Simply enter your existing email, confirm your account, and you’ll be redirected to the portal as usual.

Visit the Springer Nature Support portal for additional resources and FAQs. Please use the contact form for any access issues. For additional questions or concerns please contact customer service.

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The Librarian Portal development and Metadata team

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