Libby: Your Free Digital Library App

Libby is a free, user-friendly app that allows you to borrow digital content from your local public library. Here's everything you need to know about using Libby:

What is Libby?

Libby is a free app developed by OverDrive that lets you access ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines directly from your public library.

The app is completely free to use and requires only a valid library card to get started.

Key Features

• Free Digital Borrowing: Access library content without any subscription costs or late fees

   

• Multiple Device Support: Available on:
  • iOS devices (App Store)
  • Android devices (Google Play)
  • Fire tablets (Amazon Appstore)
  • Web browsers at libbyapp.com

     

How to Get Started

1. Download the App: Get Libby from your device's app store or visit libbyapp.com

    

2. Find Your Library: Use the app to locate and connect to your local library
3. Sign In: Enter your library card information

    

4. Explore and Borrow: Search for titles or browse your library's catalog

    

Unique Advantages

• Easy Borrowing: Borrow up to 10 books at a time

   

• Flexible Reading:
  • Stream or download books for offline reading
  • Compatible with Kindle
  • Send ebooks directly to your Kindle device

     

• Advanced Playback:
  • Adjust playback speed up to 3x
  • Set sleep timers
  • Sync across devices

     

Tips for Users

• Multiple Library Cards: Easily switch between different library cards

   

• Hold Management: View hold lines and track your place in the queue

   

• Activity Tracking: Check your borrowing history and previously read titles

   

Important Notes

• Libby only offers digital titles - no physical materials

   

• Available content depends on your specific library's collection

   

• Some popular new releases may have waiting lists