Libby
- Android app
- Yes
- Free plan
- Yes
- Runs on
- Android, iOS, Web
Summary
Libby is a free app for borrowing ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and other titles from a local library. To borrow, users find their library and sign in with a library card; each library sets its own card guidelines and collection. Catalog guides, subjects, featured titles and curated lists help with browsing. In most books, readers can adjust font size, layout and lighting, and add bookmarks, notes and highlights. Magazines include an article mode. Audiobooks offer playback speed up to 3x and a sleep timer. Users can download ebooks and audiobooks for offline use or stream them to save space. Libby is available on Android, iOS and the web. Ebooks can be read on Kobo, and Kindle delivery is supported for U.S. libraries only. Audiobooks can play through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Android Automotive or Bluetooth. Libby stores reading activity, including progress and notes, to provide the service and sync it across devices. OverDrive says it does not sell personally identifiable information or use or disclose it for third-party advertising.
Who it is for
Libby suits readers and listeners who want to borrow digital titles through a local library. A library card is required, and available titles depend on the library's collection.
What is good
- Borrows ebooks, audiobooks and magazines for free.
- Offers downloads for offline reading or listening.
- Audiobooks have playback speed up to 3x.
- Works on Android, iOS and the web.
- Supports Kobo and audiobook playback in several car systems.
What to know first
- Borrowing requires a library card.
- Available titles depend on the library's collection.
- Kindle delivery is limited to U.S. libraries.
Verdict
Libby offers library borrowing with reading adjustments, audiobook controls and offline access. Check your library's card requirements and collection, and note that Kindle delivery is limited to U.S. libraries.
Libby plans and pricing
All plansCompared on audiobook apps
- Free plan
- Yesoverdrive.com
- Offline listening
- Yesoverdrive.com
- Access model
- library borrowingoverdrive.com
- Mobile platforms
- ios and androidoverdrive.com
Facts
- What it does
- Libby lets users borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from their local library for free.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Library sign-in
- Users find their library and sign in with a library card; each library sets its own card guidelines.help.libbyapp.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Discovery
- Users can browse library-selected titles through catalog guides, subjects, featured titles, and curated lists.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Reading tools
- In most books, readers can adjust font size, layout, and lighting and add bookmarks, notes, and highlights; magazines have an article mode.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Audiobooks
- The audiobook player supports playback speed up to 3x and a sleep timer.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Offline access
- Users can download ebooks and audiobooks for offline reading or stream them to save space.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Device integrations
- Libby supports reading ebooks on Kobo and sending library books to Kindle for U.S. libraries; audiobooks can play through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Android Automotive, or Bluetooth.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Notable limit
- Kindle delivery is available for U.S. libraries only.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Privacy
- OverDrive says it does not sell users’ personally identifiable information or use or disclose it for third-party advertising.about.libbyapp.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Security
- Libby says it encrypts data at rest and in transit, uses a dedicated security team and server firewall, and commissions independent security audits.about.libbyapp.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Data collected
- Libby stores reading activity such as progress, bookmarks, highlights, and notes to provide the service and synchronize it between devices.about.libbyapp.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Support
- Users can contact technical support from within the app through Menu > Help & Support.about.libbyapp.com · 29 Sept 2026
- Audience
- OverDrive describes Libby as suitable for users of all ages and built for borrowing from local libraries.overdrive.com · 29 Sept 2026
Company
- Founded
- 1986overdrive.com · 23 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Cleveland, Ohio, USAoverdrive.com · 23 Sept 2026
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Sources
- overdrive.com/apps/libby· checked 29 Sept 2026
- help.libbyapp.com/en-us/6193.htm· checked 29 Sept 2026
- about.libbyapp.com/policies/privacy-statement· checked 29 Sept 2026