How do I register?
Go to the Log In page. The link is at the top-right of the screen. Enter your barcode and PIN or password. If you haven’t registered before, you will need to click the "Not a Member? Register Online." link beside the Log In button. This will take you to the registration page.
Why do I have to register?
Registration is a one-time process that allows you to create an easy-to-remember login name, or username, that you can use instead of your barcode to check your account. If you have a Google or Hotmail account, you already know about usernames. If not, think of a username as your library nickname. Need ideas? Use your initials and your street number (SDK203), your dog’s name, or something about you (Twilightfan), that’s short and easy for you to remember. Remember that the public comments and lists that you post will include your username. Registration is required to take advantage of all of the features of the site, including the ability to manage your renewals and holds, contribute ratings and reviews, and follow others to see what they’re enjoying.
Do I have to provide my birthdate?
No, your birthdate is not required for registration. If the library already has this information on file, it will be shown on the registration page and saved to your account. Your local library may allow you to delete this information after you register. Check with your library about their policy. If the library does not have your birth date on file with your library card, it will not be displayed on the registration page, and you don’t need to provide it if you so choose. But note that if you decide not to provide your birth year and month, the system will assume you are a minor, and for safety reasons, some features will not be available to you. In the United States, minors are not able to send or receive messages, create a username, or write comments. In other jurisdictions, minors cannot send or receive messages.
Do I have to provide my email address?
An email address is optional. It will be used if you forget your PIN/password and request a reset. Your library may also use your email address to send you notifications of items ready for pickup, coming due or overdue.
What if my name or birthdate shown is incorrect?
You should complete the registration online even if the data is incorrect. Please ask a staff member at the circulation desk to update this information the next time you visit the library to ensure the library’s records are accurate.
For additional information about registering and logging in, please see the FAQs.