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What is the loan duration for Internet Archive books?
Books are generally available for renewable 1-hour loans. Some books also offer a longer 14-day loan; for these
books, if there are no copies available, users can join a waitlist. (There is currently no waitlist available for
books that only offer I-hour loans.)
Can I download an encrypted PDF or EPUB of the book?
When patrons check out a book for | hour, they can only use it through the online BookReader interface, When
patrons check out a book for 14 days, they can either read the book through the online BookReader interface or
download an encrypted file using a DRM-compliant book reader such as Adobe Digital Editions — the same
technical protection software used by commercial publishers on their ebooks. Support will soon be added for
Aldiko Next (mobile), Thorium (desktop), and other readers that support LCP DRM.
The book I want to read is only available for a 1 hour loan, but I can’t
read the whole book in that time. Can I renew a book that I have
borrowed for 1 hour?
‘Yes. If there are available copies, patrons can check the book out again.
How does borrowing a book work through archive.org or
OpenLibrary.org?
These books are in BookReader, PDF and EPUB formats (and Daisy for the print disabled). (Note: some formats
may not be available for some books.)
For 14 day loans, you can choose which format you prefer as you complete the borrowing process.BookReader editions may be read online immediately in your web browser. No special software is required.
Books in the lending library (PDF and EPUB) are managed through digital rights management (DRM) book
readers such as , which you may need to download to manage your library of borrowed
books.
Is there a video tour for borrowing books through Open Library?
Yes, this tour of Open Library also guides you through the borrowing process and gives you some tips for
finding books.
How do I get set up to borrow books through archive.org?
Follow these steps:
1. Sign up for an archive.org acet Vinual Ubrary Ca
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receive the verification email
your account.
2. Find a book to borrow
There are a number of ways to find a book.
Click on the text icon an 20° on the top left-hand corner of the black bar, or you can click on Books to
Borrow, Open Library (which has suggested books and categories), ot any of the featured texts at the top of the
page.
You can also enter the title of the book or the author into the Search bar.
3, Borrow the bookClick on the book you would like to borrow. You will be taken to the item page and will be given the option
to Borrow This book. Click on Borrow this Book. (If the book is on loan, you will be given an option to Join
Waitlist)
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4, Ifa BookReader edition is available, you can read it instantly online in your web brow
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your current loans, or return books).
s is where you can read the books you've borrowed, manageGet an Adobe.com account (If you create an Adobe account, you can access your library from a variety of
locations. If not, your loans will be tethered to a specific computer or device.)
Want to sign up for an Intemet Archive account? Archiv
account
Where do I get Adobe Digital Editions?
‘You can download Adobe Digital Editions from adobe.com, It’s free.
Ifyou are using a device that can’t run Adobe Digital Editions, you still need an Adobe account. You can get
one online here,
Where do I get reader apps for my mobile device?
Adobe Digital Editions is also available for mobile devices.
How do I authorize Adobe Digital Editions? Who is my ebook vendor?
The first time you run Adobe Digital Editions, it will prompt you for authorization. This is completely optional
and is not linked to your archive.org ID.
Ifyou do not want to set up an Adobe ID, check the box in the lower left where it says: 1 want to Authorize my
computer without an ID and click Authorize.
If you do want to set up an ID, click the create an Adobe ID link next to the eBook vendor line (which should
remain set on Adobe ID).
‘You can authorize your computer at a later date by going under the Help menu of ADE and selecting the
Authorize computer... option.
How many books can I check out at once?
‘You can borrow 10 books at a time from archive.org,
Each loan will expire afler 2 weeks and will automatically “return” at the end of that time period.
How can I see which books I’ve checked out?
To find your loans, just follow these steps:
1, Click on your Username a drop-down menu will appear. Click on My Loans
ts
2, You will be able to view your loans,Which reading devices can be used to read the eBooks borrowed
through archive.org?
Intemet Archive offers borrowable books in BookReader, PDF and EPUB formats.
BookReader editions may be read online immediately in any web browser.
Downloadable eBooks are readable in Adobe Digital Editions and some other software platforms. Here is a list,
of supported devices on Adobe's website.
Can I borrow books on my iPad or Android tablet?
(Please note: software developments and updates may make some apps obsolete and new apps be introduced.)
‘Yes! You can read our books using our BookReader via your browser or by using a reader app like Adobe Digital
Editions,
The only downside to this process is that books can’t be returned early via non-Adobe applications, so you'll just
have to let them expire or we can return them early if you need to free up space on your loans list.
Using Nook:
‘You will need Adobe Digital Editions(ADE) to use your Nook. Once you have ADE follow these instructions
1. Quit Digital Editions, if it’s running
2. Plug in the Nook, and start ADE
3. ADE should recognize the Nook, and offer to associate with it, Make sure you can see the Nook
under Bookshelves on the left.
4. Go to the Lending Library and borrow a book in pdf or ePub format.
5. If ADE is working properly, you should see your book.
6. Next, go to Library View in ADE — in the upper left.
7. In the Library View, drag your new book over to the Nook icon under Bookshelves.
8. Quit ADE and eject your Nook.
To read on the Nook:
1. Go to your Library (on a Nook Color, do this by touching the bottom of the touchscreen)
2. Go to my files - at the top — and open Digital Editions
3. Open your book! (If it says “sorry, can’t open this book,” try again.)
‘To return your book early so that others can borrow it:
1. Quit ADE if it’s running2. Plug it uur Nook and start ADE
3. Open Library View and click All Items on the left
4. On your book icon, there’s a drop-down menu (a little triangle) in the upper left — select Return
Borrowed Item
5. Open the Nook, in the bookshelf area on the left
6. On your book icon — select Return Borrowed Item
7. Your book should now be available to borrow again!
If you run into trouble, have a look at the Bares & Noble Help Center
Can I read or borrow books on my Kindle?
Kindle uses its own proprietary DRM. However, unrestricted books can be read on Kindle by downloading a
PDF or MOBI format file, if such is available for the Internet Archive item in question. Follow the Kindle
instructions for uploading a file to the device.
What about using e-readers?
Regardless of which e-reader you have, you can read archive.org eBooks online in your browser with our
BookReader.
Many devices support PDF files, which can be downloaded from archive.o1
What happens if the book I want is on loan?
If you try to borrow a book that is currently on 14 day loan you will be offered a link to be put on a waiting list
Books that only offer 1 hour loans do not offer a waiting list option
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When you click on Join waitlist you will receive confirmation that you are on the list. You will also be given the
option to leave the waitlist. You will be notified via email when your loan is ready.
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Can I return a library book early?
Yes, usually.
If you borrowed a BookReader edition, simply return it from your Loans page.es
If you downloaded another type of eBook, you'll need to do that through Adobe Digital Editions
Ifyou checked out your book with other software like Aldiko or Bluefire Reader, you will not be able to return
your book early.
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If you used other software to access your book, you may not be able to retum it early but the item will be
automatically retuned at the end of the loan period.
Please contact us if you are having trouble returning your items.
Are there late fees?
No, we are a free library. After 14 days, the book loan will automatically be disabled.
Can I renew a book or extend the loan?
No. At this time you would need to borrow the book again. This may require that you join the waiting list if there
is one.
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