Toronto Public Library App
Make the most of your library experience with the Toronto Public Library app.
The Toronto Public Library app makes it easy to connect to your library wherever you are. Find and discover titles, manage your account, check branch hours and item availability, register for programs and pay fees—all from your mobile device.
Enjoy the same tools you already use online, plus a few features designed for on-the-go access.
What you can do in the app
Many of the things you already do on our website are available in the app, including:
- Browse books, magazines, movies, music and more
- Discover new titles and staff-recommended lists
- Place holds on physical items and eContent
- View your account and track items that are due, ready for pickup or on hold
- Explore and register for upcoming programs
- Pay fees
App-only features
These features are available only in the Toronto Public Library app:
- Manage multiple library accounts in one app
- Access your digital library card and use it at self-checkout
- Scan any book’s barcode to see if it’s available at the library
- Switch the app language — available in 11 languages
Use the Toronto Public Library and Libby apps together
With the Toronto Public Library app, you can do many of the things you already do in the Libby app—like borrowing, returning and placing holds on eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines, and reading or listening in your mobile browser.
You’ll still want to use the Libby app to:
- Download items for offline use
- Borrow skip-the-line or Best Bets copies
- Renew titles
Our app complements Libby, giving you more ways to connect to your library wherever you are.
Download the Toronto Public Library app
Search for “Toronto Public Library” in the App Store or Google Play to get the free app. Start using your library on your smartphone, tablet or other device.
