Starting November 3, 2026, you will need to enter your PIN in addition to your library card number to access Libby, OverDrive, and Kanopy.
What will happen on November 3?
Before you can continue borrowing, you'll need to follow these steps:
- If you use Libby, you'll need to verify your library card, opens a new window.
- If you use OverDrive, you'll need to visit the OverDrive site, opens a new window and click Sign In.
- If you use Kanopy, you'll need to update your library credentials, opens a new window.
What is my PIN?
Your PIN is a 4-digit number linked to your library card.
If you visited one of our library locations to register for a library card, your PIN is usually the last four digits of your phone number. If you registered online, you would have chosen your PIN when you filled out our online registration form.
Checking that your library card number and PIN work before November 3
- Try logging in to the library's website, opens a new window with your library card number and PIN. If you're asked to set up a MyHPL catalogue account, you can skip this step. If you've reached this step, your library card number and PIN worked.
- If you can't log in, try resetting your PIN, opens a new window. You'll need your library card number and access to the email address linked to your library card.
Need help?
If you require assistance navigating these steps, please visit or call your local library branch, opens a new window during open hours to speak with a staff member. You can also reach out via our Contact Us page, opens a new window at any time.
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