Libby: Read Library Books

Read ebook bestsellers and listen to audiobook stories, from your local library.

OverDrive, Inc. · com.overdrive.mobile.android.libby

4.8 out of 5 (4 ratings) 10M+ downloads v9.5.0 4.1 MB Android 7.1+ PEGI 12 · Low Maturity

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At a glance

Latest version: v9.5.0 (950000)
Updated: Sep 4, 2026 (1 month ago)
APK size: 4.1 MB
Requires: Android 7.1+ (API 25)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Category: Books & Reference (app)
Listed since: Jan 23, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 15 (1 sensitive)
Website: meet.libbyapp.com
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Libby: Read Library Books is an app by OverDrive, Inc. in the Books & Reference category, listed since at least January 2021. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 6.4.0, the minimum Android version rose from 5.0 to 7.1. It asks for 15 permissions, 1 of them sensitive: approximate location. It asks for the same permissions as version 9.4.0.

What's new in v9.5.0

Bug fixes, performance optimizations, and preparation for our next round of features. Thanks for supporting your local libraries!

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Discover millions of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines from your local library with Libby, the award-winning reading app. Borrow instantly with your library card and start reading or listening today. From bestsellers and new releases to classics, romance, memoirs, mystery, fantasy, self-help, and kids’ books, Libby gives you access to your library’s full digital collection anytime, anywhere. Borrow and read instantly - Access millions of ebooks and audiobooks from your local library - Browse popular titles, classics, self-help, and New York Times bestsellers - Borrow instantly with your library card - Read or listen anytime, anywhere Flexible reading and listening - Download books for offline reading or stream to save storage - Sync your progress across all devices automatically - Send ebooks to Kindle (U.S. only) - Listen to audiobooks in your car with Android Auto Personalized library experience - Create custom reading lists with tags like “Want to Read” - Get recommendations based on your interests - Keep track of your borrowed books, due dates, and reading history Powerful ebook reader - Customize font size, layout, and background color - Built-in dictionary to define and search words - Highlight text, add notes, and bookmark pages - Read magazines, comics, cookbooks, and children’s books with ease Advanced audiobook player - Adjust playback speed from 0.6x to 3.0x - Set a sleep timer for listening - Skip forward or back with simple controls - Bookmark key moments and add notes Libby is developed by OverDrive to support local libraries worldwide, helping more people access books digitally. Download Libby today and explore ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines from your library.

Version history

6 versions are listed, going back to v6.4.0. Since v8.5.2 it requires Android 7.1+.

v9.5.0 LATEST Sep 4, 2026 4.1 MB TRUSTED v9.4.0 Sep 9, 2026 4.1 MB TRUSTED v9.3.0 Jun 16, 2026 3.9 MB TRUSTED v9.2.0 Aug 6, 2026 3.8 MB TRUSTED v8.5.2 Oct 3, 2026 4.3 MB TRUSTED

All 6 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Sep 4, 2026.
Certificate issued to “OverDrive, Inc.” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 3 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Sep 4, 2026
Validated against Google Play Sep 4, 2026
Signed byCN=Android Mobile OMC Application, OU=Code Signing Services, O="OverDrive, Inc.", L=Cleveland, ST=Ohio, C=US
Signing certificate (SHA-1)25:0A:C4:92:97:8F:FC:6C:24:6C:AA:40:F9:5F:24:5C:DE:92:1C:1A
File MD583149f84b0221fdb01c4dc763e20eb2e
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (15)

Libby: Read Library Books requests 15 permissions, 1 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Bluetooth android.permission.BLUETOOTH
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Foreground service media playback android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.overdrive.mobile.android.libby.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Use biometric hardware android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC
Use fingerprint hardware android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Location android.hardware.location

Libby: Read Library Books APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Libby: Read Library Books for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 7.1 or later. Version 6.4.0 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 6.4.0 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the Libby: Read Library Books APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 3 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 83149f84b0221fdb01c4dc763e20eb2e.