Get or Renew your Library Card
You can apply for a library card online or in person. In order to get your card, you will need to present photo identification, in addition to proof of address. Minors will need a parent/guardian to sign for them. Once obtained, you can use your library card at any public library throughout Allegheny County.
Periodically you will need to renew your library card. You will be asked to confirm your contact information, and may be required to present a photo identification and proof of address. If you have not used your library card for quite a while, you may need to reregister.
Online Application for Temporary Card Number
PIN
A pin number is required to access your account and request items.
Request or Forgot PIN
Loan Periods and Fines
Loan periods and fines vary by item type
1. Books
3 weeks
2. Audio Books 3 weeks
3. Music CDs 3 weeks
4. Adult Magazines 3 weeks
5. Teen Magazines 1 week
6. Juvenile Magazines 1 week/3 weeks
7. Puppets 1 week
8. Videos/DVD 1 week
9. New
Fiction Books 1 week
10. Mobile Hotspots 1 week
BPPL is now Fine Free
Renewals
Most physical items checked out from the Library renew
automatically.
Unless someone else requests an item that you have borrowed, most items may be
renewed six (6) times.
Items eligible for renewal will automatically renew three days before their due
date, extending their loan periods from their original due date.
Automatic renewal notifications are sent by text. To receive these, you must
include a cell phone number in your settings at My Account > Profile..
Overdue Accounts
1. A
patron is considered delinquent if his/her fees exceed $10.00.
2. Borrowing privileges will be suspended at all ACLA member libraries until the
total fines are brought below $10.00.
Paying Fees
Pay your fees with cash, check or credit
card at the front desk of the Library.
To pay with a credit card online go to
My Account.
Returning Materials
Library materials may be
returned at any Library in Allegheny County.