MyJCPL Mobile App

FAQs

• Does JCPL have an app?

  Yes! Our mobile app is available to use on your iOS or Android device.

  Download MyJCPL on the Apple App Store or get it on Google Play, and start exploring the library from the palm of your hand. As always, contact us if you have any questions.

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• Where do I get the MyJCPL mobile app?

  You can find our mobile app in the Apple app store or Google Play by searching for "MyJCPL" or by using the icons below.

  The iOS app requires iOS 13.0 or later. The Android version requires Android 7.0 or later.

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• How do I check out with the MyJCPL mobile app?

  Open the app and then tap on the shopping cart icon at the top of the home screen. Point your phone’s camera at the JCPL barcode sticker. Select Check Out Item (you can also add something to your For Later Shelf) and then either continue checking out, or tap Finish.

  If you prefer, you can type the barcode number in using the keyboard option on the checkout screen.

• What can I do with the mobile app?

  With the app you can:

  • Search for books, movies, and other material.
  • Place holds, view and renew your checkouts; manage your holds.
  • Stay logged in without re-entering your card number/username and PIN.
  • Leave your library card at home and use the digital barcode to check out at the self-check stations.
  • Check out items with your device's camera.
  • Manage your Shelves.
  • Find the nearest library and easily see open hours.
  • Find events and classes to attend, and register.
  • Scan ISBN barcodes of books, wherever you see them, to see if they are in our collection.

  

  Please let us know if you have any questions about installing or using the new library app.

• Is it possible to be logged into multiple accounts (e.g. several family members) in the app?

  Not at this time.