Allegheny County Libraries

Allegheny County Libraries

by Capira Technologies

14 ratings
27 reviews
Free

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Released
March 3, 2022
Updated
October 7, 2026

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Manage your library experience on the go with this app. Search the catalog, reserve items, track checkouts, and discover events. Access library hours, locations, and online learning resources from any of the participating Allegheny County libraries.

✓Search library catalog
✓Reserve items
✓Manage multiple library accounts
✓Track checkouts and holds
✓View and register for events
✓Access library hours and locations
✓Use online learning resources
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What's New in Allegheny County Libraries

2026.10.00

October 7, 2026

-Bug fixes and performance enhancements

User reviews

September 17th update broke app

This app was never fantastic but it worked well enough for my purposes until this update. Now I can’t search the catalog or even see which holds I have open. Seems to be an unfortunate case of developers fixing a bug and creating a few more with the solution.

Desperately in need of an upgrade

This app is awful and I've heard the same from local librarians. Searching the catalog is completely senseless. The filters are hardly useful. Searching for the book you need from the results returned is also awful. Not sure how a search for Kafka resulted a children's movie about dinosaurs. There's no option to add your library card to apple wallet (at least at CLP), extremely frustrating. No dark/night mode is available and the bright white screen is awful to look at- and not accessibility friendly. The app crashes regularly during search, usually right as I find what I need. This may have passed in 2010 but these days we need to step it up! I love my library, do better.
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Great app

I haven’t had any crashes or problems with this app. It lets you place holds on physical books. Under digital resources, it has a link for the Libby app, which is great for Kindle books.

The biggest improvement I can think of would be to have a wishlist so you don’t have to place a hold.

Acceptable for basic functions

This app is fine for basic things like quick catalog searches and self checkout, but it could be a lot better if it exposed some of the other features from the library website like shelves and reviews.

Nearly Perfect for Routine

Solid app if you are using it for the general things like placing a hold, seeing what position you are in line for a hold, checking what books they have available, etc. The only negative is that the search engine they have does not come up with good results of what you are looking for on occasion.

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FAQ

What can I do with the Allegheny County Libraries app?

The app allows you to search the library catalog, reserve items, and manage your library accounts. You can also view and register for library events, find library hours and locations, and access online learning resources.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, the Allegheny County Libraries app is completely free to download and use. There are no hidden costs or in-app purchases required to access its features.

Which libraries are included in this app?

The app covers a comprehensive list of libraries within Allegheny County, including various branches of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, and many other community and public libraries throughout the county. A full list is available within the app's description.

Can I manage multiple library cards with this app?

Yes, you can add one or more library accounts to your device. This feature allows you to conveniently manage holds, checkouts, and other account-related information for all your library cards in one place.

What kind of online learning resources can I access?

The app provides access to various online learning resources offered by the Allegheny County Libraries. Specific details about the types of resources available can be found by exploring the 'online learning resources' section within the app.