BKLYN Library for iPhone

Overview of the BKLYN Library mobile experience

The BKLYN Library app from the Brooklyn Public Library gives patrons a unified way to interact with both physical and digital materials. Designed for iPhone users, the app is provided at no cost and sits in the Education & Reference category with a focus on books. It aims to simplify borrowing, discovery, and account management in one place.

Primary functions

• Borrow items directly from your phone using built-in mobile checkout
• Keep track of several library cards from a single interface
• View and manage current loans, holds, and personal booklists
• Search and browse a wide selection of titles to find new reading options

Account and loan management

You can manage checkouts, renew items, place and monitor holds, and organize personal lists of items you want to read. The app centralizes those tasks so you don’t need to visit a branch or the website for basic account actions.

Finding new reads

Browsing is straightforward: explore curated collections, search the catalog, and discover recommendations based on what’s available at the Brooklyn Public Library. The app is useful for both targeted searches and casual browsing.

Platform and cost

The application is free to download and is optimized for iPhone devices. It’s categorized under Education & Reference with an emphasis on book-related functionality.

Alternative option

If you’re exploring other mobile tools, consider FEED Mobile — a free alternative that some users prefer for similar discovery and account features.