Kanopy Streaming Through a Public Library

Stream participating films, documentaries, series, and Kanopy Kids titles at no additional cost through a library that offers Kanopy.

Cardholder at a public library that offers Kanopy

Entitlement facts

Benefit type: Library access. Eligibility for a public or specialized library card, collection, lending network, or accessible library service. Taxonomy definition →
What it unlocks: Stream participating films, documentaries, series, and Kanopy Kids titles at no additional cost through a library that offers Kanopy.
Who qualifies: Cardholder at a public library that offers Kanopy
Requirements: Have a valid card from a participating public library; catalog, ticket allowance, access periods, age rules, and temporary service limits are set by the library and title.
How to activate: Find the library on Kanopy, enter the library card and PIN or complete the library's sign-in flow, and create a Kanopy account when required.
Cost basis: Included with a qualifying relationship. The benefit adds no separate charge, but the user must already have an eligible card, account, insurance plan, library card, membership, employment, or similar relationship that may itself cost money.
Cost and fees: No additional program fee; card eligibility, underlying library charges, replacement costs, and venue-specific add-ons may apply.
Geography: US, Participating libraries
Personalization: Published eligibility is not described as individually targeted.

EVIDENCE / 1 SOURCE

Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.

Check the provider's final terms immediately before applying, depositing funds, spending, or changing a paid relationship.

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MACHINE RECORD

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Kanopy Streaming Through a Public Library

Entitlement facts

Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.

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