Getting Started with Libby
Step 1: Download Libby
Libby is available for download on all IOS, Android and Kindle Fire devices. For those reading on a Kindle paperwhite, you will need to download the app on your smartphone, iPad, or other device. Libby is available for all desktop computers and laptops: Libby Desktop.
Step 2: Sign in
Signing in will require that you find your library and use your library card barcode to login. This code is found on the back of your library card. Please make sure that you are not including any spaces when you enter your barcode and double check that you have entered the correct numbers. Our barcodes contain multiple zeros which has caused visual problems in the past. Password resets can be accomplished by visiting the Livebrary website. Please note you will have to come into the library to reset the password if you do not have an email address associated with your library account.
Step 3: Search for a title
Once you have logged on to your account you will be able to borrow titles. There is is option to search for titles, it is an icon that looks like a magnifying glass.
How can I borrow ebooks and digital audiobooks?
Overdrive allows our patrons to borrow digital books and audiobooks through their app called Libby. Libby requires the user to hold a valid Suffolk County Library card. The app also allows you to read with any Kindle device. Audiobooks will play through Bluetooth enabled speakers and headphones. Check out our audiobooks troubleshooting guide.
If you need help, have any questions or need assistance navigating the app please call 631-298-4134 to schedule an appointment with our Technology Coordinator.
Please note that the app is not compatible with Nook devices.
Flipster
Flipster is a free digital magazine service provided courtesy of your library. Find libraries near you that offer Flipster, then explore, download, and read magazines any time on your device(s).
Hoopla
Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card.
Kanopy
Kanopy video streaming service gives you access to festival, indie and world cinema from award-winning filmmakers around the world. Also includes The Great Courses.
Resources
Academic OneFile
Source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles from the world's leading journals and reference sources. Topics include: physical sciences, technology, medicine, social sciences, the arts, theology, and literature.
Academic OneFile Select
Resource for academic research includes scholarly journals and selected general interest titles in a wide variety of subjects. Ideal for high school research.
Ancestry
