Libby is the award-winning app that brings your public library’s digital catalog directly to your fingertips. Designed by OverDrive, Libby offers a seamless, intuitive way to borrow and enjoy ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines—for free. With nothing but a library card, readers of all ages can access millions of titles across genres, from timeless classics to today’s bestsellers.
Free Access to Millions of Titles
Libby connects users to their local library’s digital collection. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines instantly and at no cost. There are no subscription fees, no in-app purchases, and no late charges—because digital titles return themselves automatically.
Read Online or Offline
Prefer to save data? Download books and audiobooks for offline reading. For those with consistent connectivity, streaming options are available to help conserve device storage.
Seamless Reading & Listening Experience
Libby includes a beautifully designed ebook reader and an innovative audiobook player. Customize font size, background color, and text layout, zoom in on magazines and comics, and even read along with your children using read-aloud features. Audiobook listeners can adjust playback speed (0.6x–3.0x), set sleep timers, and easily navigate chapters.
Stay Organized and Synced
Create reading lists with tags like “Want to Read” or “Finished.” Add bookmarks, notes, and highlights across formats, and enjoy automatic syncing across devices—start on your phone, finish on your tablet.
Kindle and Android Auto Compatibility
U.S. readers can send ebooks directly to Kindle devices, while audiobook lovers can listen hands-free using Android Auto—making Libby perfect for commuters and multitaskers alike.
Read Anywhere in the World
Libby is also travel-friendly. Simply download your books before heading abroad, and take your library wherever you go. The app supports international use for both online streaming (depending on your mobile plan) and offline reading.
Built for Families and Bookworms Alike
Read along with children, explore educational resources, or indulge in your favorite magazines and novels. With curated collections and easy browsing, Libby helps everyone find the right read.
FAQs
1. Is Libby a free app?
Yes, Libby is completely free to use. All you need is a valid library card from a participating library. No subscription fees, no in-app purchases, and no late fees.
2. Can Libby be used internationally?
Yes, Libby can be used overseas. Download books before you travel or stream using international data, depending on your carrier plan.
3. What devices is Libby compatible with?
Libby works on iOS and Android devices and supports Kindle (U.S. only) and Android Auto for audiobooks.
4. How long can books be borrowed on Libby?
Lending periods vary by library, but most offer options for 7, 14, or 21 days. Titles are automatically returned on the due date.
5. Can Libby be used by children?
Yes, Libby has content suitable for all ages. Parents can find children’s books, read-alongs, and educational titles in the catalog.
Version History
v8.2.0—25 Mar, 2025
Bug fixes, performance optimizations, accessibility improvements, and preparation for our next round of features. Thanks for supporting your local libraries!
v8.1.0—6 Feb, 2025
This release improves processes for synchronizing your reading progress throughout the app and across your devices.
v8.0.1—12 Nov, 2024
A fix for the issue where an audiobook would skip backward unexpectedly.
