ePlatform is a library lending system designed to make the borrowing and reading of eBooks simple and enjoyable. The setup is simple to complete and the eBook reading process an enjoyable and seamless one.
Through ePlatform, you can browse for, borrow and read eBooks anywhere, anytime, on multiple devices.
- Search for and download the ePlatform app from your app store.
- Find Whakatāne District Libraries and log in with your borrower number, starting 2345000… + 4-digit PIN.
- Browse and borrow an eBook to read on your device.
Loans
You may borrow three eBooks at the same time.
Lending period
21 days.
Holds
You can place a hold on an ebook which is out on loan, and the item will automatically activate in your account when it becomes available. You will receive a notification email from ePlatform. The 21-day loan period begins as soon as the item is activated.
Renewals
You can renew items even if the title has holds on it.
Emails
ePlatform only sends emails to confirm loans, remind you of expiry dates, and notify you of holds available.
ePlatform instructions
Here you'll find information on what you’ll need to borrow eBooks and what devices you can borrow on. For answers to common queries, read our frequently asked questions.
What do you need to borrow eBooks?
- A valid library card/login or student username and password
- Internet access
- A compatible device to read an eBook on (a PC, tablet or smartphone) within a modern web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer 10, Safari etc.)
How do you read eBooks?
The simplest way to read eBooks is to access the free ePlatform app. Through this app you can easily find your library, then access all your titles and read them via your browser – even if you're offline – all via your tablet or smartphone.
The app can be accessed on an iPad, iPhone, Samsung Galaxy and most other devices:
- Download the ePlatform app from the Apple, Google Play or Windows app stores
- Log in - you’ll only need to do this once
- Search for, borrow and read any book you want
For more information on the app and where to download it from, read our app information.
Both the ePlatform app and website allow eBooks to be read via your browser. This means users can read either online or offline, and have access to a full range of display settings so they can customize their reading experience to match their preferences. For more on this, see our browser reader information.
Alternatively, you can choose to download eBooks. Some titles, such as those in PDF format, can only be read this way. To read a downloaded title, you will also need free reader software and an Adobe ID for reading DRM-protected eBooks. For more information on Bluefire Reader software or DL Reader and Adobe IDs, see our download eBooks page.
What devices can you use ePlatform on?
- Apple devices (eg. iPhone, iPad or iPod touch (requires iOS 7 or higher))
Download the app from Apple's App Store » - Android devices (Samsung Galaxy Tab, Galaxy S, Galaxy Note, HTC devices)
Download the app from Google Play » - Windows tablets (not Windows phones)
Download the app from the Windows store » - Desktop or laptop (PC or Mac)
Read via your browser, or download reader software and create an Adobe ID. See our guide to setting this up » - Kobo eReader, Sony eReader or Nook eReader
Download Adobe Digital Editions and create an Adobe ID. Find more information on setting this up »
For more information on the ePlatform app and how to access ePlatform from a range of different devices, read our apps page.