# Library Link

> Mobile library management for resource searching, renewals, and alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by Softlink International.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/library-link/id505052286 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Softlink International](https://appshunter.io/developer/505052729)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-03-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/library-link/id505052286/reviews.md

## What is Library Link?

Library Link gives you the ability to:
- Search for available resources
- Check your alert messages for overdues or holds
- View library information such as location and opening hours
- Scan ISBNs or barcodes to automatically retrieve resources from the system
- View the library's latest resources
- View and place a renewal for your loaned items.

If your library supports the following features, you can also:
- Browse the library's reading lists.
- Borrow and return items.
Library settings will need to be provided by your local library, as long as they are using a Softlink Oliver v5 system.
Read the full release notes for the latest update at https://www.softlinkint.com/lp/oliver-v5-library-link-update/.

## Key features

- Search for available resources
- Check alert messages for overdues/holds
- View library information (location, hours)
- Scan ISBNs/barcodes for resources
- Renew loaned items
- Browse reading lists (if supported)
- Borrow and return items (if supported)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/library-link/id505052286/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Oliver

*2021-10-14, version 1.5.6*

This app is what I am supposed to go on to for my school and it says code invalid so I typed my password in rather than scanning it but still won’t work so this is the one app I will rate 0 stars I will be talking to my librarian about this if she can’t do anything then I will have to ignore my teacher technically because I can’t really go on it

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2021-01-29, version 1.5.2*

I would recommend buying real books or installing kindle. This is a waste of storage. Terrible. Keeps crashing.

### 5/5 — Great

*2020-09-10, version 1.5.2*

Amazing

### 3/5 — Clear and simple interface

*2018-02-09*

Generally happy with the simplicity of App.  However really need the ‘collection’ to be shown in resource location details.
At the moment can only see branch and call number.

### 2/5 — Needs work

*2015-01-15*

The app is good to search for books at the library where I study but it's missing some basic functionality. How do you reserve a book which is out on loan? It's good to be able to search for books but I want to then reserve them if I can't go get them off the shelf. I was really surprised the app didn't have what I think would be a basic capability. Instead I have to then log into the full library catalogue website to reserve the book which is a pain. Fix this and I'll increase my rating :)

### 5/5 — H

*2015-01-07, version 1.3*

Decent

### 2/5 — Worked then didn't!!

*2013-11-21, version 1.3*

Worked fine on iPhone and ipad then one day gave me Permission Denied error....no changes made on my part so pretty useless.

### 5/5 — Works great for me

*2013-04-30, version 1.2*

Requires web services option in the Library management software.

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2013-04-19, version 1.2*

No good.

### 1/5 — Cannot locate library

*2013-03-15, version 1.2*

Options to select home library are not working and this causes app to crash. Poor.

## Frequently asked questions about Library Link

### What can Library Link do?

Library Link allows you to search for library resources, check for overdue items or holds, view library hours and locations, scan barcodes to find items, and renew loaned materials. It can also facilitate borrowing and returning items if your library supports these features.

### Is Library Link free to use?

Yes, Library Link is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the application.

### What devices does Library Link support?

Library Link is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for a wide range of Apple users.

### How often is Library Link updated?

The latest version of Library Link is 1.5.6, which was last updated on May 26, 2021. Users can find full release notes on the Softlink International website.

### What is the age rating for Library Link?

Library Link has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages.

### What libraries are compatible with Library Link?

Library Link is designed to work with libraries that utilize the Softlink Oliver v5 system. Specific library settings need to be provided by your local library.

### What is the user feedback on Library Link?

Library Link has received positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from 2 ratings, indicating a generally good user experience.

### Can I borrow and return books using Library Link?

Yes, you can borrow and return items using Library Link if your library supports these specific features within the Softlink Oliver v5 system.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.6 — 2021-05-26

Links in information boxes on the Library Link Home page now work with iOS 14.x devices.

### 1.5.2 — 2020-06-24

Re-packaged with Apple's latest development tools for App Store compliance.
This release has no function changes since the last version.

### 1.5.1 — 2019-03-19

- eZRead integration for OverDrive and Wheelers has been added. Users can now borrow, hold, access and return these eBooks and audiobooks.  A 'My electronic loans' tab has been added that displays eBook loans.
- An icon representing item type is now shown on the results and details pages.
- Switching between different libraries is now possible.
- A 'Reading list' tab has been added to display reading lists.
- Word, Subject, Title and Author search options have been added.

### 1.5.0 — 2019-03-17

- eZRead integration for OverDrive and Wheelers has been added. Users can now borrow, hold, access and return these eBooks and audiobooks.  A 'My electronic loans' tab has been added that displays eBook loans.
- An icon representing item type is now shown on the results and details pages.
- Switching between different libraries is now possible.
- A 'Reading list' tab has been added to display reading lists.
- Word, Subject, Title and Author search options have been added.

### 1.4.1 — 2015-10-28

The following changes have been applied to Library Link:

The icons and colour theme have been updated to match the new look and feel applied to v5 Build 8 and above.

Reservations can now be placed using Library Link. This feature is available for libraries using v5 Build 8.005 and above.

Library Link has been updated to use latest versions of mobile app development tools.

Library server connections over HTTPS are working as required.

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