# Akron Library Mobile

> Akron Public Library on the go!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.communico.akronlibrary](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.communico.akronlibrary)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.communico.akronlibrary`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Akron-Summit County Public Library
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 13,276
- **Rating:** 4.26 / 5 (98 ratings)
- **Version:** 2026.09.07
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-07
- **First published:** 2018-12-27
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.communico.akronlibrary)
- **Website:** [https://www.akronlibrary.org/](https://www.akronlibrary.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.akronlibrary.org/about/policies/privacy-policy](https://www.akronlibrary.org/about/policies/privacy-policy)

## Description

The Akron Library Mobile app offers seamless on-the-go access to the Akron-Summit County Public Library resources. Users can search the catalog, request and renew items, and explore a vast digital collection right from their mobile devices. The app supports management of multiple user accounts, allowing easy switching between profiles.

Key features include storing your digital library card in your device wallet for convenience, browsing the events calendar, registering for events, and reserving rooms. The app also provides location and hours of library branches, quick access to mobile research databases, and opportunities to connect with the library through social media. Additionally, users can easily ask questions and get support through the app, making it an essential tool for library patrons seeking quick and direct access to library services.

## Rankings

- #507,843 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.hardware.camera2.full`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `org.communico.akronlibrary.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Easy to navigate and use
- Useful for checking out and renewing books
- Ability to access Ebooks and E Audiobooks on mobile
- Improved interface compared to the old app
- Convenient for library needs

### Cons

- Frequent login issues and unable to access accounts
- Errors when searching for books, particularly cURL 500 errors
- Search functionality is disappointing and less effective than the website
- Recent updates caused major functionality problems, including app crashes
- Limited features compared to the old app (e.g., no fine payment option)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.communico.akronlibrary)