Can I get Libby on Kindle Paperwhite?
Yes, you can get Libby books on Kindle, Kindle Fire tablets, or even the Kindle app for reading, regardless of whether you are in the US or not.
As borrowing ebooks from libraries proves far more economical than purchasing them, a growing number of readers are turning to public libraries to access free ebooks and audiobooks through platforms like Libby—a digital gateway to thousands of titles. But what exactly is Libby, and can you use Libby on a Kindle? Below, we break down the essentials for newcomers.
1. What is Libby?
Libby is a popular digital reading app that allows users to borrow and read eBooks and audiobooks from their local public library. It was developed by OverDrive, a company that specializes in providing digital content solutions to libraries and schools.
With Libby, library patrons can access a wide range of digital books and audiobooks using their library card.
You can access Libby via online app, Android or iOS app. There is no desktop version of Libby App currently.
Although the Libby app is user-friendly and provides features like adjustable font sizes, background colors, and the ability to download books for offline reading, many people want to use their kindle to read library books.
Here comes to the questions – Can I get Libby on Kindle? To this question, the answer is “Yes”. If you're interested in reading Kindle books on your Kindle paperwhite, Kindle Fire, or even the Kindle app, you won't want to skip this article.
Step-by-step guide to get Libby on Kindle Paperwhite, Kindle Fire, Kindle App
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to borrow books using the Libby app.
Step 1 Visit Libby online App or download &install the Libby App.
You can just visit the Libby online app. Or you can download the Libby app for free from the App Store (iOS devices) or Google Play Store (Android devices).
I will use the online Libby app as an example here.
Step 2 Add Your Library Card.
When you launch the Libby app, you will be request to add your library card.
Please just click on "Yes" when asked if you have a library card.
You'll be prompted to enter your library card number and PIN. If you don't have a library card, you may need to visit your local library to obtain one.
Step 3 Borrow a book via Libby.
After logged in to your Library, you can use the search bar to find books by title, author, genre, or keyword. When you find a book you want to borrow, tap on it. You'll see options like "Borrow" or "Place Hold" if the book is currently checked out by other users.
If the book is available, click "Borrow".
Then you'll be redirected to a new page. Here click on “Borrow" button.
Step 4 Send Libby books to Kindle.
All your borrowed and downloaded books will be available in your "Shelf" within the Libby app. Now you can go to the "Shelf" to find your borrowed books. Here you can click "Read with Kindle".
The Libby will connect your Libby to your Amazon account to send your kindle books. Now selelct the your target kindle devices or kindle apps, then click on "Get Library Book". The book will be sent to your Kindle device or app.
Step 5 Read Libby on Kindle.
Now go to your kindle device, or kindle app, tap "Sync” to download your library books borrowed with Libby.
Pro tip 1: You can also borrow Libby books on Android, iOS, and Kindle Fire using the steps outlined above.
Pro tip 2: This method only works for those who possess US library cards. If you don't have a US library card, please follow the steps below to get Libby on your Kindle Fire.
Pro tip: Another way to read Libby on Kindle Fire
Unlike the Kindle PaperWhite or Oasis, the Libby app is compatible with Kindle Fire. This means you can simply download and install the Libby app on your Kindle Fire, borrow books, and read them using the Libby app for Kindle Fire.
Before proceeding, it's important to identify the Kindle Fire tablets that are compatible with the Libby app.
| Device | Year |
| Fire HD 10 | 2017 |
| Fire HD 8 | 2018 |
| Fire HD 10 | 2019 |
| Fire HD 8 | 2020 |
| Fire HD 10 | 2021 |
| Fire HD 10 Plus | 2021 |
| Fire 7 | 2022 |
| Fire HD 8 | 2022 |
| Fire HD 8 Plus | 2022 |
1 Download and install Libby on Kindle Fire.
Get Libby from Amazon Appstore, and install it on your Kindle Fire tablet.
2As for inputting your library card number and borrowing books, the steps are the same as in Part 2. However, when it comes to reading Libby books, you don't need to use Kindle devices or apps. Simply choose to read them within the Libby app.
This time, there's no need to send your Libby books to your Kindle and you can simply read them on Kindle Fire tablet. This provides an alternative method for reading Libby books on your Kindle Fire tablet, especially for those don't belong to a U.S. library.
FAQ on downloading Libby to Kindle
Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: Can I use Libby app on Kindle?
A: You cannot install Libby app on Kindle eReader, like kindle paperwhite. But you can install Libby app on Kindle fire tablet and use to borrow and read library books. If you want to set up libby with your Kindle, you don't need to link libby to your kindle. When you borrow a books, just choose the kindle version, and the libby will take you to Amazon's website to borrow this book. When you sync your Kindle device, your borrowed library books will appear on your Kindle, no matter it is a kindle paperwhite or a kindle fire.
Q: Can I read Libby on Kindle in UK?
A: The Libby app in the UK does have a "Read with kindle" button, but it currently doesn't function. Therefore, the issue isn't that UK libraries lack Kindle-compatible ebooks; rather, it's that Libby in the UK does not currently support this feature.
Q: Can I listen to libby audiobook on kindle?
A: You can listen to Libby audiobooks via Libby app, but you cannot listen to Libby audiobooks on Kindle or Kobo eReaders since it's not supported. However, if you're using an Amazon Fire tablet, you have the option to listen to audiobooks from your library through the Libby app.
Q: Can I download Libby books for offline reading?
A: Sure. You can download Libby books for offline reading. But Libby doesn’t automatically download the book, you have to click "Download" button to download it. The icon should look like a little cloud with an arrow pointed down when you first check out the book. Click it and it will change to a loading circle or give an error. Once downloaded it should turn in to a box with a check mark.
Even more, you can download libby audiobook to mp3 format with Epubor. Learn more in our guide on how to download Libby audiobook to MP3 format.
Q: How to get libby on Kindle Paperwhite?
A: While the Libby app itself cannot be directly installed on a Kindle Paperwhite due to compatibility reasons, you can still borrow ebooks from your local library through the Libby app and then choose the Kindle version when available. Once borrowed, these Kindle ebooks will be available in your Amazon library. You can sent them to the Kindle eReader and kindle app using "Deviver or remove from device" option.
A: Sure. If you've borrowed libby books in kindle version, and have any kindle device, kindle or kindle Paperwhite, your borrowed library books will be synced to your Amazon Library. And you can download and read it with your kindle eReader or Kindle app.
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I was very excited to read that I could read Libby books on my Kindle Paperwhite.
However, after spending 2 hours following the above instructions it does not work on my Kindle Paperwhite. I live in Australia and there is no option in Libby to 'Read with Kindle' any borrowed book.
Thanks
AB
Hello, thanks for your comment.
"Read with Kindle" is only available in the US. I suggest you download the books as acsm files, then open the acsm files via Adobe Digital Editions ti download your book in Epub format.
And then you can use Epubor Ultimate to remove DRM. If there are any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us via support@epubor.com.
Best regards,
Epubor Team