Features & Capabilities

BPL to Go brings the Boston Public Library to your fingertips. This Chrome extension lets you easily search and filter library titles, read descriptions and community reviews, and save favorites to your ‘For Later’ list.

Manage your account by instantly checking due dates, renewing items, and tracking holds ready for pickup. Explore a variety of ebooks and audiobooks to download, browse bestsellers and new arrivals, and stay informed with recent reviews. Additionally, you can check branch hours, find directions to the nearest library, and explore the library’s event calendar. With BPL to Go, enjoy your library experience on the go, anytime and anywhere!

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Boston Public Library
Downloads:
17,169 63
Rating:
3.74
(65)
Version:
2.18.0 Last updated: 2026-03-19
Version code:
1646
Creation date:
2013-07-02
Publisher country:
US US
Permissions:
  • android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
  • android.permission.CALL_PHONE Very high risk
  • android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
  • android.permission.NFC Low risk
  • android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
  • android.permission.REORDER_TASKS Low risk
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Size:
18.89MB
Email:
as*****@bpl.org
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-09
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Boston Public Library
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bibliocommons.boston
Email:
as*****@bpl.org
Website:
https://www.bpl.org/

User Reviews

Users appreciate BPL to Go for its ease of use, large catalog, and convenience in borrowing and managing library materials. However, many report severe technical issues such as app crashes at launch, login and password reset problems, frustrating logout behavior, and the virtual library card being ineffective. Several note that the app has stopped working recently or is discontinued, significantly limiting its usability.
Pros
  • Easy to use and navigate the app
  • Convenient for borrowing and picking up books from local libraries
  • Provides a summary of checked out books and holds with due dates
  • Allows users to find and access a large catalog of library materials
  • Helpful for searching titles smoothly
Cons
  • App frequently crashes on launch or during login
  • Login issues including inability to reset password and login failures
  • App is slow and logs users out when switching between app and web browser
  • Virtual library card can't be scanned in libraries, requiring physical card
  • App has become nonfunctional or discontinued with no recent updates
Recent reviews
Great, easy to use app for a great, huge catalog
by Cl*****, 2024-10-22

Love the app. Easy to maneuver. I borrow books and pick in a venue. Was able to get a tax filing place via the app. Shows what is going on in various public libraries, too. 👍
by St*****, 2024-04-18
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