Starting February 13, 2025, eLibrary Cards will no longer provide access to:
To keep using these resources, you need to upgrade your library card to a full access card.
How to Upgrade
- Bring a valid photo ID and proof of a California address.
- Visit any SJPL location, opens a new window to get your free card.
- Before your visit, check out our guide to upgrading your eLibrary card, opens a new window.
For San José Residents with Disabilities
Are you unable to visit the library because of a temporary or permanent disability? Please, contact us:
- Email: Accessibility@sjlibrary.org
- Phone: 408-808-2355
Please note that effective February 13, 2025, full access library cards are only available to California residents who visit a local SJPL location in person or meet the eligibility requirements to enroll in our Library-by-Mail service. This is due to recent budget shortfalls, high demand and rising costs of our most popular resources. We would be happy to assist you if you are able to visit an SJPL location in the future.
Related Pages: Members Get More: Get a Library Card, eBooks, eResources, eResources - Computers & Technology, Which library card is right for me?
