Hoopla
hoopladigital.com
What it is
Hoopla lets participating public libraries lend patrons digital books, comics, audiobooks, magazines, movies, television and music. Access is free with a valid card from a participating library and an email address; the catalog depends on the library. Hoopla says patrons can borrow titles immediately, while lending periods vary by format and provider agreement. Most titles can be downloaded to a phone or tablet, and content can also be streamed. A BingePass uses one borrow to provide seven days of access to a collection or platform. Kids Mode removes titles intended for adults from search, browsing, history, favorites and My hoopla. Hoopla is available on Android, iOS and the web. Supported TV options include Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Samsung TV and Chromecast, and audio is supported through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Libraries can add catalog records through an API feed or MARC records delivered by SFTP; API use requires a license, unique electronic key and signed agreement. Hoopla has no direct support phone number and directs users to its contact form and help page.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- Hoopla is a digital service that lets public libraries offer patrons digital video, music, audiobooks, ebooks, and comics.Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- Intended users
- Hoopla is built for public libraries and their patrons, and its digital service is offered through participating libraries.Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- Support
- Hoopla says it has no direct support phone number and directs users to its contact form and help page.Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- Headquarters
- Holland, Ohio, United StatesRead 23 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- API access
- Library API integration requires a license and a unique electronic key, and libraries must sign an API License Agreement.Read 29 Sep 2026 · developer.hoopladigital.com
- BingePass
- A BingePass provides seven-day access to a collection or platform with one borrow.Read 29 Sep 2026 · developer.hoopladigital.com
- Borrowing limits
- Instant titles use a pay-per-use library purchase model, and the lending period varies by format and provider agreement.Read 29 Sep 2026 · developer.hoopladigital.com
- Instant borrowing
- Hoopla says patrons can borrow content immediately, without artificial availability constraints.Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- Kids Mode
- Kids Mode filters titles intended for adults out of search results and browsing, including history, favorites, and My hoopla.Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- Library catalog integrations
- Libraries can integrate Hoopla catalog records using an API feed or MARC records delivered through SFTP.Read 29 Sep 2026 · developer.hoopladigital.com
- Media formats
- The service offers audiobooks, ebooks, comics, movies, television, magazines, and music.Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- Offline access
- Most titles can be downloaded to a phone or tablet, and content can also be streamed.Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- Security and privacy
- Hoopla's privacy notice says it uses personal information to protect the security and integrity of its services and provides a privacy contact at [email protected].Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
- TV and car support
- Supported TV options include Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Samsung TV, and Chromecast; audio is also supported through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.Read 29 Sep 2026 · theloop.hoopladigital.com
Plans and prices
Patron access Free Requires a valid card from a participating public library and an email address · available titles may vary by library catalog Read 29 Sep 2026 · hoopladigital.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Free patron access through participating libraries
- Offers books, comics, audio, video and magazines
- Most titles can be downloaded to phones or tablets
- BingePass provides seven-day access with one borrow
- Kids Mode filters adult-intended titles from browsing
Limits
- Requires a valid participating-library card and email
- Available titles vary by library catalog
- Lending periods vary by format and provider agreement
- No direct support phone number
Who it suits
Hoopla suits patrons of participating public libraries who want to borrow digital media without a separate subscription fee. Libraries looking to integrate catalog records can use its API feed or MARC records.
Verdict
Hoopla brings a broad mix of digital media to participating library patrons at no charge. Access depends on library participation and catalog availability, and borrowing terms vary by format.
Where Specifiction places it
- Video Streaming Services#2 of 637.9
- Free Movie Streaming Services#3 of 257.9
- Audiobook Apps#19 of 327.7