Johannesburg Proxy
Quickly access resources off-campus through the University of Johannesburg proxy.
Proxy Bookmarklet
Whenever you are on a site that requires licensed access, click on the "Johannesburg proxy" bookmarklet. You will be asked to login, and then redirected to the "proxified" version of the site.
What is OpenAthens?
Whether you're studying from home or working abroad, OpenAthens ensures that you can still reach University of Johannesburg’s full range of electronic resources. By signing in with your Johannesburg account, you get the same access as you would on campus—fast, secure, and hassle-free.
Why use OpenAthens?
Some of University of Johannesburg’s most valuable digital resources are only available to users on the campus network. OpenAthens makes those resources available off-campus too—just sign in with your Johannesburg credentials, and you’ll be recognized as an authorized user no matter where you are.
What’s the difference between EZproxy, OpenAthens, and VPN?
When comparing EZproxy, OpenAthens, and VPN, it’s helpful to think about what each tool is designed to do. VPNs are great for full network access, allowing staff and faculty to use internal tools as if they were on campus. EZproxy and OpenAthens, however, are designed specifically for accessing library and academic resources. OpenAthens improves on EZproxy by using modern identity-based access instead of relying on IP ranges, making it easier to manage access permissions across different publishers and platforms.