To obtain a Charleston County Library Card, complete the online application. Once completed, please visit any Charleston County Public Library branch to finish the process and receive your card. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID and proof of address if it is not listed on your ID. An email or mobile number are required for library notifications.
CCPL policies are available at ccpl.org or by request at branch locations. Library cards are free for Charleston County residents and available at no cost to residents of Berkeley, Dorchester, Colleton, or Georgetown counties with a verified connection to Charleston County (e.g. owning property or a business, attending school, being a government employee, teaching K-12, or serving in the military within the county). Proof of eligibility is required. Residents of these four counties who do not qualify for a free card may purchase one for an annual fee.
LIBRARY CARD HOLDER AGREEMENT
CCPL library card holders agree to the following:
- I will be responsible for all materials borrowed on this account.
- I understand that if item(s) have not been returned within 42 days of the due date, the library will attempt to recover the item or the replacement cost, which may lead to a referral to a collection agency, as well as additional fees.
- I will notify the library if any card associated with this account is lost or stolen, or if my contact information changes.
- This library card provides me with access to the Internet on public computers at all CCPL branch locations (Youth Restricted Cards excluded). I understand and will abide by CCPL’s Code of Conduct and Computer and Internet Use Policy.
- If signing as a parent/guardian for a minor under the age of 18, I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to directly supervise my child’s selection of library materials, including books, movies, and digital content. I acknowledge that my child will adhere to the library’s Youth Support Policy.
YOUTH CARD INFORMATION
All patrons under the age of 18 require parental consent to obtain a library card. Parents have the right to determine the level of access their child has to all CCPL resources, including print collections, audio-visual collections, e-Resource collections (e-books, audiobooks, music, films), databases, and Internet access.