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Library Account FAQs
Most common questions asked
Can I get reminders about my account?
How do I log on to my account?
- Click on My Account at the top of any page on the Library's website, www.piercecountylibrary.org.
- Enter your Username or Barcode.
How do I enter my barcode?
- Type in the entire 14-digit number as shown on the back of your library card. Do not include spaces.
What is my username?
- You may create your own username to use in place of your 14-digit barcode number.
How do I create my own username?
- Click on Create Username under the first box.
- Follow the instructions, including entering the barcode number from the back of your library card and your Password/PIN.
- Submit and begin using your new username!
What is my Password/PIN?
- When your account is created, your PIN number is the last four digits of the phone number on that account.
- You may change or customize your PIN by logging on to your account and clicking on Change Logon.
First, check your eligibility: Pierce County Library System cards are free to residents within the Library’s service area and some reciprocating libraries.
- Apply at any Pierce County Library: Please bring valid photo ID and official indication of your address with you. If you are eligible, a permanent card will be assigned to you at that time.
- Apply online: You will receive a temporary account number, which you may use to place holds on books and other materials or use e-sources. You will receive a permanent card, necessary in order to check out materials, when you go to your library.
What should I do if I lose my library card?
- Report your lost card online or at your library. Read more >>
How do I renew my books or other items I’ve checked out?
You may renew items:
- At any Pierce County Library.
- By phone @ 253-535-9300.
- Via Internet through the Library Catalog (24/7).
For more information about renewing and checking out books and other materials, Read more >>
What fines or fees does the library charge?
The library charges 15¢ per day for most materials.
You may check out materials as long as you owe less than $10 in fines or fees.
For more information about fines and fees, Read more >>
Can I pay my library fine online?
Yes! You may pay any fine or fee on your Pierce County Library account online with any of the following credit cards:
- American Express
- Discover
- MasterCard
- Visa
To pay online:
- Log into your library account and select the Fines & Fees tab near the top of the page.
- Check the box(es) to the left of the fine(s) you wish to pay and select the Pay Fines Now link near the bottom of the screen.
- On the next page, enter your library account and credit card information. Click the Help link for information about your credit card's security code.
- Provide your e-mail address to receive an e-mail receipt of your transaction or print the page confirming your transaction.
- NOTE: A payment confirmation page or e-mailed receipt printout is required as proof of payment when requesting a refund.
How do I make changes to my account?
- To change your account address, phone number or e-mail address, log in to your account and click on Change Account Information.
- To change how you receive notices (choices are e-mail, telephone or text), please see e-mail notification tips, or contact your local library.