DOIlike

DOIlike is a web-based platform described as a means to enhance discovery and engagement with scholarly works identified by Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs). It aims to attach user interactions, such as likes and annotations, directly to the DOI of a work, creating a persistent link between engagement data and the scholarly item rather than to a single hosting page. The concept emphasizes interoperability with existing DOI registries and metadata sources.

Key features commonly associated with DOIlike include DOI-driven search and metadata retrieval, a like mechanism for signaling interest, and the ability to curate reading lists. Users can add private or public annotations, apply tags, and receive a feed of related or trending articles. An API and, in some descriptions, a browser extension are envisioned to enable integration with institutional repositories, reference managers, and other scholarly tools.

Data and privacy considerations are central to the described model. Interaction data, such as likes and annotations, can be stored in user accounts with configurable privacy options. Public engagement metrics are framed as aggregate signals, while individual user controls are emphasized to protect privacy. The system is often discussed in the context of open metadata and interoperability with Crossref and other DOI registries.

Development context and reception notes for the concept acknowledge potential benefits for discoverability, collaboration, and altmetrics, alongside criticisms. Concerns include privacy, data ownership, and the possibility of duplicating existing services that already track article metrics. See also Digital Object Identifier, Altmetrics, Social bookmarking, Open science.