Mobile apps

CloudLibrary

We now use the library card number and PIN to login to CloudLibrary. With the recent library software update, try logging in with the last four numbers of your library card number as your PIN. Want to change your PIN? Login to the library catalog. More details in this library FAQ.

Borrow and read eBooks and eAudiobooks with a Sarasota County Library card and pin number for free. Read eBooks directly in the app, as well as bookmark and save the position of their book across devices. Listen to eAudiobooks in the app as well. cloudLibrary offers an integrated audio experience with Apple's CarPlay and Android Auto.

View the library FAQ: What is CloudLibrary and how do I use it?

Get the app! - iOS | Android | Amazon

Instructions for eReaders (such as Kobo, Nook GlowLight)

Comics Plus^®

Explore thousands of digital comics and manga with Comics Plus for youth, teens, and adults.

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; on your computer, tablet, or phone!

No holds. No wait lists. No limits.

View our Comics Plus^® FAQ for more information.

Get the app! iOS | Android

hoopla

hoopla® is a groundbreaking digital media service that allows you to borrow movies, music, comics, TV shows, eBooks and eAudiobooks to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even watch TV shows and movies on your TV!

With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later.

View our library FAQs:

• What is Hoopla and how do I use it?
• Having Trouble Logging onto Hoopla - receiving "Yikes!" message

Get the app! - iOS | Android | Amazon

Flipster

Browse, search and download popular magazines to read offline with a Sarasota County Library card and pin number for free.

Access digital table of contents for each magazine while tracking percentages of magazine read.

View our library FAQ: What is Flipster and how do I use it? 

Get the app! - iOS | Android | Windows

PressReader

Get global and multicultural publications from over 120 countries in more than 60 languages.

Access the collection through the PressReader app, and get as many titles as you want, even on the go!

During setup (or in Settings), select Libraries and Groups and search for Sarasota. Select Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources. Type library card number and PIN. Tap Sign In.

View our library FAQ: What is PressReader?

Get the app! - iOS | Android

Brainfuse HelpNow

HelpNow is a unique tutoring, homework help, and studying suite designed to assist all ages succeed.

• Get Live homework help every day 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. (except holidays).
• Build or refresh skills with a writing lab, SkillSurfer (variety of subjects) and live online tutoring.
• Access practice tests, college application assistance, ESL services, parent resources, life skills development and more.

View our library FAQ: What is Brainfuse HelpNow?

Get the app! - iOS | Android

Mango Languages

Mango Languages is self-paced language-learning system (web/app), offering more than 70 world languages and dialects, English language learning, and assorted specialty courses to meet specific subject matter interests.

Mango Languages has a conversational approach that teaches practical/useful communication skills in every lesson and activity.

View our library FAQ: How do I access the Mango Languages Program?

Get the app! - iOS | Android

Beanstack

Portal to our reading challenges throughout the year!

Beanstack’s easy and real-time tracking helps you build strong reading skills and habits. Build reading stamina by reading for consecutive days. Our digital badges, achievements, and rewards motivate you to keep reading.

View our library FAQ: What is Beanstack and how do I use it?

Get the app! - iOS | Android

ePRINTit Saas

Get the app! - iOS | Android

Recent Printing Service Change

We're excited to introduce a new software solution designed to enhance computer and print management while introducing a brand-new faxing feature. This upgrade offers improved reliability, expanded features, and a more seamless user experience than our current printing platform.

All libraries now use the new ePRINTit Saas app (iOS | Android) , submission form and email address.

The new app and submission form offers customized print features, including:

• Number of copies
• Page range (example: pages 3-4 of a larger document)
• Single sided or double sided.

Release your mobile print request at the print release kiosk.

Note: For privacy, please your name, library card number or a unique name to type into the print release kiosk. A submission with print123 will get combined with other patrons using print123.

Print requests are available for up to 48 hours after submission.

You may use the print release kiosk to release your mobile printing submissions via the library computer, ScanEZ (Print to Copy for photocopying) or mobile printing.

• App: The ePRINTit SaaS app's Jobs section should indicate that the print job is ready. Type the name/library card number you supplied for this print request. 

• Submission form: Type the name you supplied for your mobile printing submission.

• Email: Type the release code from your email confirmation. Our print release queue cannot sort/search by email address.

For more information, please view our Mobile Printing page.