Library Account Help

Your library account

You may use your MLC/Portal login info to:

• Log in to the catalog
• See what you have checked out
• Check on fines
• Place holds or request items from area libraries

Use your MLC barcode and library password to:

• Log in to the catalog (or use Portal login button)
• Check out ebooks or eaudiobooks from  MLC Overdrive or Tds Overdrive
• Request books or articles from Minnesota libraries through MNLINK.

To log in with your barcode:

• Click on the SIGN IN button in the top right corner of the MLC library catalog page.
• Enter your barcode:  The 14-digit number on your MLC ID card.
• Enter your password.
  • The first time you sign in with your barcode:
    • Your first-time password is your last name (lowercase).
    • After signing in, click the Reset PIN/Password link in the drop-down menu for your account, and change your password to something more secure.

Managing Your Account

•  Once you’ve logged in, you will see your name in the upper right corner of the screen. Click on your name to view your account.

Your Account

• Your account will show you information such as your:
  • checked-out items
  • overdue materials
  • fines
  • holds
  • and more