# Los Angeles Public Library

> Mobile access to Los Angeles Public Library catalog, events, and digital resources. (iPhone/iPad app by City of Los Angeles.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/los-angeles-public-library/id1486620013 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [City of Los Angeles](https://appshunter.io/developer/611079629)
- Category: Books, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 56 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English, Amharic, Dutch, Filipino, Canadian French, German (Germany), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean and 9 more
- Released: 2020-02-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/los-angeles-public-library/id1486620013/reviews.md

## What is Los Angeles Public Library?

Take the Los Angeles Public Library everywhere you go!

Search the library catalog and reserve items
View upcoming events at your local library branches
Manage your checkouts and holds
Access featured digital resources

and so much more!

## Key features

- Search library catalog
- Reserve items
- View upcoming events
- Manage checkouts and holds
- Access digital resources

## Chart rankings

- #210 in Top Free · Book (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/los-angeles-public-library/id1486620013/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Network Error when adding to Apple Card

*2026-08-19, version 2026.08.00*

I receive a network error when trying to add library card to apple wallet.

### 3/5 — why there are no lists option in the app??

*2026-07-29, version 2026.07.00*

The book lists I create and can access on the website aren’t available in the app, which is quite inconvenient. It would be great to have this functionality available across both platforms

### 3/5 — logging out/not recognizing login

*2026-01-13, version 2025.12.00*

i am forcibly logged out of the app periodically. each time this happens it takes about a day for the app to recognize my "credentials" which have not changed. please stop

### 5/5 — NEW UPDATW IMRPOVED EVERYTHING

*2025-12-15, version 2025.12.00*

Before the update, everything was slow. The interface was bad too. Now the update made everything better

### 2/5 — Search function is horrendous

*2025-10-28, version 2025.10.01*

Good luck finding what you’re looking for, unless it is minutely specific.  Can’t even pull up a list of options for a specific author.  At least the librarians aren’t out of a job!

### 3/5 — App update not so fab

*2025-10-25, version 2025.10.01*

The app had a nicer , more visually pleasing menu/interface before the update 1 month ago (mostly under “account” feature). Since the update I frequently have to log back in. Otherwise it works fine.

### 1/5 — Devs Ruined App

*2025-09-29, version 2025.08.01*

Instead of optimizing the ‘events’ sections to be more fluid, you guys replaced it with the LAPL website… Please undo that; some of us like the option of adding events to our iOS Calendar. Apps shouldn’t rely on a webpage layout…

Find a developer who knows how to optimize apps for iOS 26.

### 1/5 — App is broken

*2025-09-20, version 2025.08.01*

I’m having the same experience as SurlyGrrrl (cannot log in my account) and tonight the app cannot perform a search. Thank goodness you can still use a browser to access the site.

### 2/5 — Where did this UX come from

*2025-09-12, version 2025.08.01*

I opened up an updated version of the app and all I could think was “What the heck is this?” The app has all the clunkiness and clutter of the version in the library. The typeface is small. At least with the full desktop version you can get Tessa. This is … something.

### 1/5 — BAD App

*2025-07-31, version 1.0.14*

Seriously fix the app when you can’t see your holds or books on loan.

## Frequently asked questions about Los Angeles Public Library

### What can I do with the Los Angeles Public Library app?

The app allows you to search the library's catalog, reserve books and other items, and manage your current checkouts and holds. You can also view upcoming events at your local library branches and access featured digital resources.

### Is the Los Angeles Public Library app free to use?

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

### How do I use the app to find books?

You can use the search function within the app to look for specific titles, authors, or subjects in the library's catalog. Once you find an item you're interested in, you can reserve it directly through the app.

### Can I manage my library account with this app?

Yes, the app provides functionality to manage your checkouts and holds. This means you can see what items you currently have borrowed and track any items you have placed on hold for future pickup.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.08.00 — 2026-08-12

-Introduces the ability to add your library card to your Apple Wallet
-Moves the barcode for the in-app library card to better accommodate desk mounted scanners
-Addresses bugs around holds appearing as suspendible or cancellable as appropriate
-Corrects a bug where items would not appear as eligible for a hold in some cases when accessed from your account
-Other bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2026.07.00 — 2026-07-20

-Our account menus for managing checkouts, holds, etc. have a new and improved look!
-Bug fixes and performance enhancements

### 2026.06.01 — 2026-06-17

-Addresses a bug where notifications with links sometimes would not open correctly
-Bug fixes and performance enhancements

### 2026.06.00 — 2026-06-10

-Adds support for in app notifications with links
-Bug fixes and performance enhancements

### 2026.05.01 — 2026-05-15

-Makes changes to the way we store and retrieve saved patron accounts to address a bug where your accounts might not appear in the app until it has been restarted
-Additional bug fixes and performance enhancements

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