Libby E-Magazines offers unlimited access to more than 5,000 popular magazine titles in the Libby app. Browse current issues or dive into extensive back archives across categories such as travel, science, fashion, food, technology, news, and entertainment. Top titles include Canadian Living, National Geographic, The New Yorker, WIRED, ELLE, and TIME. Magazines can be downloaded to read offline, with no holds and no waitlists.
Quick-Start Guide
- Open Libby in your browser or download the Libby app for your mobile device, then sign in with your ORL library card number and PIN/password.
- Browse the magazine collection or search for a specific title.
- Borrow an issue to read right away or download it for offline reading.
- Explore back issues and save favourites to your Shelf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there waitlists for Libby magazines?
A: No. All Libby magazines are available instantly with no holds.
Q: Can I download magazines?
A: Yes. You can download issues for offline reading in the Libby app.
Q: Does Libby offer back issues?
A: Yes. Many magazine titles include extensive back archives for deeper browsing and research.
Q: Is a Libby account required?
A: Yes. Please sign in with your ORL library card to borrow and read magazines.
Q: Can I read across devices?
A: Yes. Your loans and reading progress sync across phones, tablets, and compatible e-readers.
Q: What kinds of magazines are available?
A: Libby includes thousands of titles across news, culture, lifestyle, fashion, cooking, sports, health and fitness, and more.
Q: Why is Libby asking me to verify my library card?
A: Libby may occasionally ask you to verify your library card. Enter your ORL library card number and PIN/password and follow the prompts to continue using Libby.
Q: What if I don’t know my PIN/password?
A: You can reset your PIN online if your current email is on file. Otherwise, please contact your nearest branch for assistance.
Q: Where can I find more information?
A: More information and tutorials are available on our Help Page.