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CloudLibrary FAQ

Soon Denton Public Library will be giving you access to a new platform with more eBooks and digital audiobooks than ever before. CloudLibrary will replace Overdrive/Libby on September 17th. The new platform will have new, expanded content compared to Overdrive.

Why is this change happening?

Denton Public Library is continuously looking for opportunities to provide better services at a better value to our patrons. We heard your requests for more digital content and found a solution in CloudLibrary, which offers unique access to more titles and more copies. Borrowers will be able to access 125,000 additional eBooks and digital audiobooks that are available from other participating Texas libraries. More content means more reading and listening!

When can I start using CloudLibrary?

Access to the CloudLibrary will be available September 4th.

How much longer can I use OverDrive/Libby?

OverDrive/Libby will be available until September 17th. During this time, you will be able to check out materials, however holds and purchase requests in OverDrive/Libby have been suspended leading up to the transfer. Items checked out in OverDrive/Libby less than three weeks before the transfer date will have an abbreviated checkout period.

How does CloudLibrary compare to Overdrive?

CloudLibrary is very similar in functionality to OverDrive/Libby.
You can:

  • Browse
  • Search
  • Place holds
  • Check out items
  • See recommended reads
  • Make purchase suggestions
In addition, CloudLibrary offers some more functionality than Overdrive including:
  • Digital version of your library card - great for easy checkout if you forgot your library card when checking out materials at a library location.
  • Content sharing with other Texas libraries. Denton Public Library owns approximately 18,000 items. With the content sharing service, you will have access to about 125,000 items from over 20 other library systems in Texas.

Will CloudLibrary work on my device?

CloudLibrary will work on all Apple devices (iPad®, iPhone®, iPod touch®), Android™ Phones and Tablet Devices, NOOK™ Tablets, NOOK™ eReader (and some older NOOK tablets), Windows™ / Mac OS X, Kobo™ eReader, Kindle Fire*, Kindle Fire HD, Kindle Fire HDX

For a full list of supported devices and instructions, please visit http://yourcloudlibrary.com

Per Amazon restrictions, CloudLibrary is currently not compatible with Kindle Paperwhites or the kindle e-ink device Apps. If you would like to read eBooks on your Kindle e-ink device, please email kindle-feedback@amazon.com and request that Amazon allow compatibility with CloudLibrary.

What will happen to my holds?

Holds placed in Overdrive/Libby will not transfer to CloudLibrary. You will be able to place holds on titles in CloudLibrary when eBooks and digital audiobooks are transferred to CloudLibrary on September 17th. You can print, screenshot, or make note of your current holds until Overdrive/Libby services are deactivated on September 17th.

When can I make purchase suggestions in CloudLibrary?

Purchase suggestions will be available in CloudLibrary when it is activated on September 4th. Purchase suggestions made in OverDrive/Libby will not transfer to CloudLibrary. You can print, screenshot, or make note of your purchase suggestions until Overdrive/Libby services are deactivated on September 17th.

What will happen to my wish list or tagged items?

Wish lists or tagged items will not transfer to CloudLibrary. You can print, screenshot, or make note of your titles in your wish list or tagged lists until Overdrive/Libby services are deactivated on September 17th.

What if I have additional questions?

If you have additional questions, please e-mail us at library@cityofdenton.com or call us at (940) 349-8752.