Recoleta: Simplified E-book Lending
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Key Features
Simple E-book Management
Manage your digital collection with an intuitive interface designed for simplicity without sacrificing functionality.
Direct Lending Control
Control lending policies, checkout periods, and reservation systems directly without vendor intermediaries.
Multiple Format Support
Support for EPUB, PDF, MOBI, and other common e-book formats your patrons use on their devices.
Patron Portal
Simple, clean interface for patrons to search, browse, and check out e-books from your collection.
Web-Based Interface
Easy-to-use web interface for both staff and patrons with no complex desktop software required.
Lightweight Infrastructure
Minimal system requirements and low resource consumption make it easy to host on shared or modest servers.
Setup Guide
- Plan Your Collection: Audit your existing e-book collection in Hoopla. Determine which titles will be migrated, ownership structure, and lending restrictions that need to transfer.
- Set Up Infrastructure: Choose hosting (cloud or on-premises). Recoleta has minimal requirements, making it suitable for most library hosting environments. Plan for adequate storage for your digital collection.
- Install Recoleta: Deploy Recoleta on your chosen infrastructure. Configure basic system settings, library information, and branding to match your library's look and feel.
- Import Collection: Migrate e-books from Hoopla into Recoleta. Upload metadata and configure cover images. Test that patrons can browse and discover titles easily.
- Configure Circulation Rules: Set up lending periods, checkout limits, hold policies, and any other circulation parameters specific to your library's practice.
- Train Staff and Patrons: Conduct staff training on collection management, patron support, and troubleshooting. Communicate changes to patrons and provide simple guides for using the new system.
- Launch and Monitor: Go live with your collection. Monitor system performance, gather user feedback, and make adjustments as needed during the initial period.
Resources & Links
Official Homepage
Visit the Recoleta project page for downloads, project information, and latest updates.
GitHub Repository
Access the source code, report issues, and contribute to the Recoleta project on GitHub.
Implementation Support
Find additional guidance and resources for implementing open-source library systems.