What is Scopus Author ID?

Scopus Author ID is a unique identifier automatically assigned to researchers indexed in Scopus (Elsevier’s citation & abstracting database).

It links your scholarly output and citation metrics across Scopus-indexed journals.

It helps:

Feature	Purpose
Author Identity	Ensures work is attributed to the correct researcher
Publication Tracking	Shows all indexed works under your name
Citation Metrics	Tracks citations, h-index, co-authors
Profile Visibility	Improves academic recognition globally

Official Page: https://www.scopus.com

Why Scopus Author ID Matters

Ensures accurate authorship attribution

Builds a trusted research identity

Enhances global research visibility

Tracks citation impact & collaborators

Helps avoid name confusion in publications

Used in academic ranking, funding, and hiring processes

How to Find Your Scopus Author ID

Method 1: Search in Scopus

Visit https://www.scopus.com/freelookup/form/author.uri
Enter your:
- Name
- Institution
- Country
Check results → open your profile

Method 2: From a Paper

Search your name → click on your name hyperlink → opens your author profile.

Key Elements in Scopus Author Profile

Element	Description
Author Name	Standardized author format
Affiliation	Current & past institutions
Publications	All indexed articles
Subjects & Keywords	Research domains
Citation Count	How many times cited
h-index	Scopus-based impact score
Co-authors	Collaborative network
Metrics Overview	Graphs & analytics

Fixing Profile Issues

Common Problems

Problem	Action
Duplicate profiles	Request merge
Wrong publications	Remove incorrect records
Missing papers	Request to add documents
Wrong affiliation	Update manually
Name variations	Standardize across publications

Fix request form: https://service.elsevier.com/app/contact/supporthub/scopus/

Best Practices to Optimize Scopus Author ID

Action	Benefit
Use same name format	Prevents profile splits
Use institutional email	Authenticates identity
Connect ORCID to Scopus	Sync publications
Track citations & h-index	Improve research visibility
Add keywords & affiliation	Improves discoverability

Link ORCID with Scopus: https://orcid.scopusfeedback.com/

Scopus Author ID vs ORCID

Feature	Scopus Author ID	ORCID iD
Assigned automatically		(self-created)
Works only in Scopus		(global system)
Researcher-controlled	Partial	Yes
Global scientific identity

Recommendation: Always connect Scopus ↔ ORCID

Tips for Researchers

Ensure consistent name format in publications
Use your institution + ORCID in manuscripts
Monitor your Scopus profile yearly
Merge duplicate accounts immediately
Promote your Scopus ID on academic profiles (GS, RG, Uni website)

FAQs — Scopus Author ID

1) Is Scopus Author ID free?

Yes.

2) Do I need to create it?

No — it’s assigned automatically when Scopus indexes your paper.

3) Can Scopus Author ID be edited manually?

Partially — affiliation, merge requests, corrections allowed.

4) Does Scopus count citations from Google Scholar?

No — only Scopus-indexed sources.

5) Why is my paper missing?

It may not be Scopus-indexed → request review via Elsevier Support.

6) Can you delete your profile?

Not fully — but updates & merges are possible.

7) Does Scopus calculate h-index?

Yes — based only on Scopus database publications.

8) Can one author have multiple Scopus IDs?

Yes, due to name/affiliation variation → request merge.

9) Should I connect Scopus to ORCID?

Highly recommended for global identity.

10) How long does profile correction take?

Usually 2–6 weeks.

Useful Links

Resource	Link
Scopus Author Search	https://www.scopus.com/freelookup/form/author.uri
Author Feedback Wizard	https://orcid.scopusfeedback.com/
Scopus Support	https://service.elsevier.com/app/home/supporthub/scopus/