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Getting a Public Library Card with a Computer
Getting a Public Library Card with a Computer
If you're 13 years old or older, you can sign up for a digital library card here at the New York Public Library link!
Brooklyn Public Library is offering an online library card you can access with a computer.
Queens Public Library is also offering an online library card you can access with a computer.
If you're 12 years old or younger, you can't apply for a new NYPL library card using just a computer. You will need to borrow a phone or tablet to get a library card number. You can copy down your library card number and use it on a computer. You can also contact Andrea to help you get a card. The instructions for signing up for a library card using SimplyE are on this page!
Getting a Public Library Card on a Smart Phone or Tablet
Getting a Public Library Card on a Smart Phone or Tablet
If you are 12 years old or younger, this is how you get a digital library card from New York Public Library.
Signing up for digital library card from NYPL if you have a smart phone or tablet with apps:
1. Go to the app store on your device, and download SimplyE (The Library E-Reader)
2. Once it downloads, open it, and go to Settings on the bottom right of the screen
3. Click on Accounts, and then click on The New York Public Library.
4. Click on "Don't have a Library card?" Sign Up
5. Agree to the terms on the first page, click "Allow Once" to access your location and put in your address information and name on the next screens. You will be asked to make a username and pin--please pick something easy to remember.
6. Now you can browse and check out e-books and audiobooks! Feel free to ask Andrea for suggestions!
How to Reset Your PIN number at the NYPL
How to Reset Your PIN number at the NYPL
To reset your PIN/ PASSWORD, please enter your barcode or username and confirm what you have entered BEFORE you click the submit button.
An email will be sent to the address we have on file for your account. If you do not receive this email, please confirm the correct barcode or username was entered. The email will contain a temporary link that allows you to reset your PIN/ Password.
If you need further assistance please call 917-275-6975. Staff are available to assist Monday-Saturday 10AM to 6PM.
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