BPL to Go

Name: BPL to Go
Rating: 3.7368422 (65 reviews)
Author: Boston Public Library

By: Boston Public Library

Your library, on the go!

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:

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

Size:

18.89MB

Email:

as*****@bpl.org

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-09

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 445,191 ▼ 1,255

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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

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. 👍