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Automatic Renewal

What is Automatic Renewal?

January 30, 2025

Starting March 1st, 2025, you no longer need to manually renew some of your library items – our automatic renewal service will take care of the renewals for you! All items eligible for renewal will be automatically renewed one day before their due date (up to maximum number of renewals). Please be aware that not […]

How does it work?

January 30, 2025

Any items on your account that are eligible for renewal will be renewed automatically at 9pm one day before their due date. 

How will I know an item was renewed?

January 30, 2025

You can check your due dates via your online account. Please note automatic renewals run at 9pm the day before items are due.  If you have an email address associated with your account, you will receive an email notification the evening before your items are due. The email will list which items were successfully renewed and which […]

Which items are eligible for renewal?

January 30, 2025

Most physical items are eligible for renewal, as long as another patron has not placed a hold on the item and your account is in good standing. The number of allowable renewals differs per item type. See how renewals differ per item on the Loan Rules Table. Items will not renew automatically if:  There is […]

Can I still renew manually?

January 30, 2025

Yes. If you wish to renew an item prior to its automatic renewal date, simply renew it through your account online or speak to a staff member at any Bucks County Library. Manual renewals will extend the borrowing period from the date of renewal.

Can I opt-out of automatic renewals?

January 30, 2025

No, patrons cannot opt out of automatic renewals. If you do not want your items to auto renew, you can return them before the due date.

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