After the download is complete tap “Open” then “Install” to install the Libby app.ĥ. A new page should open that explains the specs of the app and below the icon image there should be an orange “Download” button. An Icon for “Libby, by Overdrive” should show up, please click on the icon. In the top right corner of the page you should see a search box, search for “Libby.”ģ.

Open your device’s Silk Browser and go to. On your device, go to “Settings,” then “Security” (or “Applications”) then select the option to “Enable Apps from Unknown Sources” (this will prompt a warning message–that is normal).Ģ.

We can assist you if need be at the library!ġ. We have found this alternate way to download the Libby app onto a Kindle Fire, but it requires several steps. Android devices, such as Samsung phones or tablets, will have Google Chrome as the default browser. If you are using an Apple device, such as an iPhone or iPad, the default browser is Safari. Please note that when using a Kindle Fire and accessing the website through the Silk browser, you can only check out and download Kindle books. If using a Kindle device, use your Silk browser to access the website. If you did not have OverDrive prior to February 23rd and you cannot download Libby, you can access the website through the internet browser on your device. If you have an older Apple or Android device, or a Kindle Fire, the Libby app may not appear in your app store–but don’t worry! We have steps around this listed below. You can access instructions on how to do so here. If you have not already switched to the user-friendly Libby app, we recommend you do so. New users looking for the OverDrive app will be directed to Libby.Īll users can continue to use, borrow, and open titles from your library’s OverDrive website via a browser.” How this initial change will impact users:Ĭurrent OverDrive app users can continue to use the app. The OverDrive website states “…we will remove the OverDrive app from the Apple App Store, Google Play, and Microsoft Store in February 2022.

Janu| Library Staff OverDrive app discontinues Feb.

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