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Little Free Library

Little Free Library

by Little Free Library, Ltd

169 ratings
112 reviews
#102 in free Book
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Released
October 21, 2021
Updated
October 2, 2026

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Developer

Little Free Library, Ltd
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Discover nearby book-sharing locations with this app. Find libraries using filters, get directions, and save your favorites. Track your visits and leave notes for stewards. If you manage a library, update its details directly.

✓Find nearby book-sharing locations
✓Search filters by location
✓Get directions and create routes
✓Favorite and track visited libraries
✓Leave notes in guest books
✓Edit library listings in real-time
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What users say about Little Free Library

Reviews of Little Free Library are mostly negative: the Books app is rated 3.6/5 from 169 App Store ratings. What users like most: excellent map feature for locating libraries, GPS-based location discovery. Top complaints: frequent and persistent crashes, app won't open or load. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🗺️Excellent map feature for locating libraries
  • 📍GPS-based location discovery
  • ⭐Ability to favorite and track visited libraries
  • 🧭Driving directions integration
  • 📱User-friendly interface design
  • ✅Check-in functionality (when working)
  • 📸Photo upload capability for stewards
  • 💬Guestbook feature for community interaction
  • 🎯Comprehensive library database
  • 🚀Fast performance (when functional)

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent and persistent crashes
  • ⚠️App won't open or load
  • 🔄Endless loading screens
  • 📵Incompatible with recent iOS updates
  • ❌Check-in feature consistently fails
  • 🔐Login and authentication issues
  • 🎨Dark mode color contrast problems
  • ⏱️Significant lag and performance issues
  • 🔗Email verification links don't work
  • 🗺️Map fails to display libraries
  • 📧Notifications not visible in app
  • 🚪Users logged out unexpectedly
  • 🔧Steward portal difficult to navigate
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What's New in Little Free Library

1.13.12

October 2, 2026

Bug fixes and stability improvements

Charts

Top Free

📉 102-4

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This app dropped -4 positions in Book chart.

Last updated on October 16, 2026.

User reviews

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Constantly some new problem

Very glitchy
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Too Many Errors

I can’t do anything in this app except for searching for a location. Couldn’t sign in because it keeps giving me an “unknown error has occurred, please check your connection and try again”. Finally could sign in and it tells me that I need to confirm my email but getting the same error message and no confirmation email is ever received. Just way too frustrating.
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artgirl73artgirl73

50/50

Half the time it won’t even open unless I uninstall and reinstall the app. Super frustrating as a steward to not be able to access the app quickly.
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Doesn’t load

No longer even opens. Just a spinning wheel of death. Delete and redownload, only works once and then it happens all over again. Absolutely horfible.
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The perfect app to find free books

The best app I was able to find free books and some cool ones. My mom didn’t have to spend money on books super awesome. Thank you
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

18 issues

App crashes on startup or after 2-3 clicks

Bug

Instant crash when opening app

Bug

Loading screen freezes indefinitely

Bug

Check-in submit button spins forever without submitting

Bug

Favorite feature causes immediate crash

Bug

Search this area button disappears after use

Bug

Map not loading or displaying libraries

Bug

Login causes app to crash

Bug

App kicks user out after few seconds

Bug

Email confirmation links non-functional

Bug

Help ticket submission page broken

Bug

Check-in notifications appear but don't display in app

Bug

Dark mode purple text unreadable

Bug

Steward registration stuck in infinite loop

Bug

Location services not working

Bug

App incompatible with iOS updates

Bug

Routing doesn't follow selected library order

Bug

Incomplete form loading for stewards

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Requested Features

14 requests

Ability for non-stewards to add missing libraries

Feature

Retroactive check-in date editing

Feature

Children's book category indicator

Feature

Book genre/category specifications

Feature

Want-to-visit list separate from favorites

Feature

Photo update capability for all users

Feature

Library condition status tracking

Feature

Goodreads integration

Feature

Little Pantry location support

Feature

Book availability search feature

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Improved routing that respects selected order

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Better steward portal UX for adding comments

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Reduced banner size on map display

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Full Google Maps integration

Feature

FAQ

What does the Little Free Library app do?

The app helps you find Little Free Library locations near you using search filters. You can get directions to these book-sharing boxes, save your favorite ones, and track the libraries you visit. It also allows registered stewards to manage their library's listing.

What are the key features of the app?

Key features include finding libraries by zip code, city, or current location, getting directions, creating routes to multiple libraries, marking favorites, checking in to visited locations, signing guest books, and for stewards, editing library details in real-time.

Is the Little Free Library app free to use?

Yes, the application is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a free service for all users.

Who is this app intended for?

This app is designed for anyone interested in finding and visiting Little Free Libraries, including avid readers, book enthusiasts, and individuals looking to participate in local book-sharing initiatives. It also provides specific tools for registered Little Free Library stewards.

How can I manage my Little Free Library listing?

If you are a registered Little Free Library steward, the app offers a dedicated section for you. You can edit your library's listing in real-time, which includes adding photos, updating its story, including social media links, and enabling a guest book for visitors.