# Naperville Public Library

> Search the Library’s catalog, place holds, check out titles, and more!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/capiratech.com.napervillemobile](https://chrome-stats.com/d/capiratech.com.napervillemobile)

## Overview

- **ID:** `capiratech.com.napervillemobile`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Naperville Public Library
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 15,946
- **Rating:** 3.44 / 5 (56 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.20.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-01
- **First published:** 2016-01-26
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 20 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=capiratech.com.napervillemobile)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://naperlib.bibliocommons.com/info/privacy](https://naperlib.bibliocommons.com/info/privacy)

## Description

The Naperville Public Library Chrome extension provides convenient access to your library services directly from your browser. Easily search the library’s extensive catalog, place and manage holds on your favorite titles, and renew checked out items without hassle. Stay updated with new arrivals and upcoming titles at your preferred library location. The extension also allows quick access to your library card information and provides real-time updates on library hours and locations, enhancing your reading and research experience conveniently.

## Rankings

- #473,831 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `capiratech.com.napervillemobile.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's core library management features like searching, holds, renewals, and self-checkout, alongside positive views about library staff and materials. However, multiple users report the app fails to install or function on Android 12 and Fire tablets, suffers from an outdated user interface, limited features compared to the website, and stability issues including frequent shutdowns.

### Pros

- Enables searching the catalog and placing holds.
- Allows account management such as checking current activity and renewing items.
- Includes a self-checkout feature for scanning barcodes from the phone.
- Staff and physical library materials like books and DVDs receive positive remarks.

### Cons

- App does not work or install properly on Android 12 and Fire tablets.
- App has an outdated look and lacks modern design and features.
- Limited functionality compared to the website, lacking full catalog searching and comprehensive features.
- App crashes or shuts down unexpectedly and may request permissions repeatedly.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/capiratech.com.napervillemobile)