Will Overdrive And Kobo Sync My Reading Progress Across Devices?

2025-09-07 18:36:04 120

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Abigail
Abigail
2025-09-10 15:56:22
Okay, here’s the short-but-real-life version I tell friends over coffee: syncing happens, but only inside the same ecosystem. If you read with 'Libby' or the old 'OverDrive' app across your phone and tablet, your place will generally sync because those apps tie progress to your OverDrive account. Likewise, if you borrow and read directly on a 'Kobo' eReader or the Kobo app while signed into the same Kobo account, Kobo will remember your last page and push it to other Kobo devices.

Where things get messy is mixing the two. If you read in 'Libby' on your phone and then switch to a 'Kobo' eReader, there usually isn’t a magic cross-platform handoff of page position. The reason is each app or device records progress in its own cloud tied to its account. The one exception I’ve seen working smoothly is when you borrow directly through a Kobo device using the built-in OverDrive integration — then Kobo handles the loan and keeps everything on Kobo’s side, so your eReader and Kobo app can sync.

Practical tips: pick one workflow (either Libby/OverDrive apps or Kobo devices/apps), keep apps and firmware updated, and make sure you’re signed into the same account on all devices. If you ever get stuck, closing and reopening the book, toggling airplane mode briefly, or opening the Kobo app to force a sync usually nudges things back to where they should be. For me, choosing one ecosystem saved a ton of tiny headaches and let me actually enjoy reading instead of troubleshooting sync issues.
Noah
Noah
2025-09-11 12:11:01
Short personal take: they don’t magically sync between the two unless you keep everything inside the same system. If you borrow and read entirely within 'Libby'/'OverDrive', your place syncs across devices using that account. If you borrow directly on a 'Kobo' eReader or use the Kobo app signed into your Kobo account, Kobo syncs between its devices. Cross-platform syncing (Libby ↔ Kobo) is generally not automatic — the only smooth cross-over I’ve encountered is when Kobo handles the library loan itself through its built-in OverDrive integration.

If syncing is vital to you, my simple suggestion is to pick one path and stick to it: use Libby on mobile devices, or use Kobo for your eReader and app. Also, keep Wi-Fi on long enough for syncs to complete, update apps and firmware, and link the same accounts. It’s a small setup chore that saves a lot of mid-chapter headaches.
Nathan
Nathan
2025-09-13 13:49:39
Funny little fact: when I juggle borrowed ebooks I behave like a tiny librarian — and that habit taught me the real rule: syncing respects account boundaries. If you borrow through your library’s 'OverDrive' (or 'Libby') and read within that app, your last page, bookmarks and notes will follow you between phones, tablets or a laptop browser as long as you use the same library card and sign-in. On the flip side, Kobo will sync reading progress across Kobo apps and eReaders through your Kobo account.

Now, if you try mixing them — say you borrow via 'Libby' and then sideload the file to a Kobo device, or vice versa — you’ll usually lose automatic location syncing. That’s because Libby/OverDrive and Kobo each maintain their own cloud-state for a book. The practical workaround I settled on: either use the built-in OverDrive on Kobo devices (so Kobo manages the loan and syncs across Kobo devices), or stick to Libby across my phone and tablet. Also, make sure Wi-Fi syncing is enabled and both apps are the latest versions; I’ve had glitches when firmware and app versions were out of date. If you want notes and highlights everywhere, check whether the app offers export (Libby is limited; Kobo lets you back up notes via your account). Little tradeoffs, but manageable once you pick a rhythm.
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What Formats Does Overdrive Kobo Support?

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Okay, here's the short, practical rundown I usually give my friends when they ask how to get library books onto a Kobo. Kobo works best with EPUB files — that's the sweet spot. OverDrive loans for eBooks are normally delivered as EPUB (including EPUB3 features like fixed layout for picture books) or PDF. Most of the time those files are wrapped in Adobe DRM, and Kobo's built-in OverDrive integration handles that automatically so you don't need to fuss with extra software. For audiobooks, OverDrive/libby typically streams or downloads MP3-format audiobooks. Whether you can play those on a Kobo depends on the model: newer Kobos with Bluetooth or explicit audiobook support will play MP3s, but many e-ink readers are focused on reading rather than listening, so people often use the Libby/Kobo apps on phones/tablets for audio. Finally, you can also sideload EPUBs/PDFs to Kobo if you prefer to manage files yourself (or use Adobe Digital Editions in edge cases). If you want the quickest route: borrow via the Kobo OverDrive integration and it’ll give you EPUB/PDF with the DRM handled for you — smoothest experience.

Why Are My Holds Missing In Overdrive Kobo?

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Okay, this drove me nuts for a while too, so I'll walk through what usually hides those missing holds and what I do when my Kobo and OverDrive refuse to be friends. First, check the obvious: are you signed into the same library card/account everywhere? I once had holds vanish because I was logged into a different branch’s account on my phone. Go to the OverDrive website (or the library’s OverDrive page) and look at the 'Holds' shelf — if they show up there but not on the device, it’s a sync/auth problem. On a Kobo eReader you often need to sync the device, and sometimes re-authorize the library in Settings. Missing holds can also mean the library canceled them (expired card, max holds reached, or publisher pulled the title). Libraries sometimes auto-cancel if you don’t claim a title quickly when it becomes available. If they’re gone from OverDrive’s web page too, contact your library: cards can be blocked or expired, or the title may have been removed by the publisher. If they exist on the web but not on the Kobo, I remove the library and re-add it, then sync. Firmware updates or using the 'Libby' app vs built-in OverDrive can also cause confusion — try borrowing in the app and see if the loan transfers. Worst case, ask the librarian to check the hold record; they can usually tell you why a hold disappeared. That little detective work usually brings mine back to the right shelf.

Can I Read Audiobooks On Overdrive Kobo?

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Oh, I’ve dug into this a few times while juggling library loans and my Kobo habit, so here’s the practical scoop. Most Kobo eReaders have built-in integration for borrowing library ebooks (that used to be OverDrive integration and now libraries often use Libby), but when it comes to audiobooks it’s different. Library audiobooks borrowed through Libby/OverDrive are meant to be played in the Libby app (or OverDrive app), so you can listen on your phone, tablet, or computer. The typical Kobo eInk readers don’t have the app support or the audio playback features required for those library audiobooks. If you want audiobooks on a Kobo device, the reliable path is either using the Kobo app on your phone or tablet (where you can listen to audiobooks you’ve bought through Kobo), or playing library audiobooks in Libby on a mobile device and pairing that device with Bluetooth headphones or a speaker. In short: borrowing library audiobooks is easy, but you’ll usually listen on Libby or the Kobo mobile app rather than directly on a standard Kobo eReader.

How Do I Update Firmware For Overdrive Kobo?

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Okay, so here’s how I usually handle firmware updates on my Kobo with OverDrive built-in — and I say this from more than a few late-night fixes when a loan wouldn’t download. First, make sure your reader is charged (I like over 50% before starting) and connected to Wi‑Fi. On the device go to Settings > Device Information and tap 'Check for Updates' (or the equivalent update option on your model). Kobo pushes most updates over the air, so if you’re online and registered to your Kobo account, it should fetch anything available. If nothing shows up, try a soft restart: hold the power briefly or use the restart option in Settings, then check again. When OTA fails repeatedly, I plug the Kobo into my computer and open 'Kobo Desktop' — sometimes the desktop app nudges the device to install updates it missed. Another reliable trick that saved me once: download the official update package from Kobo’s support site (they supply an 'update.zip'), copy it to the root of the device (not in a folder), safely eject, then restart the reader so it detects the package and installs. Worst-case scenario: deregister the device, back everything up by syncing your library, then re-register after a factory reset. That’ll wipe local settings but usually clears whatever stuck the update. If OverDrive-specific features still misbehave after updating, check your library card settings in the OverDrive section and contact Kobo or your library — sometimes the issue is on the library’s side rather than the reader itself. I’ve found patience and a careful sequence of these steps get the firmware updated almost every time.

How Do I Return Loans On Overdrive Kobo?

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I get a little giddy helping people clear up library loans — here's the straightforward way I return things on a Kobo that uses OverDrive. On the Kobo itself, make sure you're connected to Wi‑Fi and synced. Open the library section (sometimes labeled 'My Books' or just 'Library'), find the borrowed title, tap it so the details view opens, and look for a 'Return' or 'Return Title' option. Tap that and confirm. If the book is an audiobook and shows playback controls instead, tap the three-dot menu or the book cover and you'll usually see a 'Return' choice there as well. Once returned, the Kobo will remove the book from your device and free the hold on the library side. If that doesn't work, go to the library's OverDrive site or the OverDrive/Libby website, log in with your library card, open 'Loans' or 'Shelf', and choose 'Return' next to the title. For older workflows where you used Adobe Digital Editions to transfer an EPUB/PDF, open ADE on your computer, select the borrowed item and click 'Return Borrowed Item' so the library sees it as returned. Also remember that everything automatically returns on the due date, so manual returns are only needed if you want the book back on the shelf sooner. If problems persist, update your Kobo firmware, sign out and back into your library account, or contact your library — sometimes holds and account issues live on their end. Hope that clears it up and you can grab the next read fast!

How Can I Find New Releases In Overdrive Kobo?

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My bookshelf is always thirsty for new stuff, so finding new releases on an OverDrive-linked Kobo is something I tinker with a lot and I’m happy to share what’s worked for me. First, make sure your Kobo is online and linked to your library account: on many Kobos there’s a menu item like 'Borrow from Library' or 'Find a Library' under the store or More menu — tap that, add your library card, and sign in. Once you’re connected you can search directly on the device, but I usually open the library’s OverDrive collection in a browser or the Libby app because the filtering is nicer. On OverDrive/Libby use the search filters: set format to eBook, sort by 'Date Added' or 'Publication Date', or pick the 'New Releases' or 'Recently Added' collection if it exists. If you spot a title you want but it’s checked out, put a hold — OverDrive will e-mail you (or Libby will notify) when it’s your turn, and the book can auto-checkout to your Kobo. Also try saving searches or using the library’s curated lists; some libraries create a 'New Releases' shelf that’s updated weekly. I find combining device browsing with the web/Libby gives the fastest way to spot fresh titles and snag them before the queue gets long.

Why Won'T My Device Connect To Overdrive Kobo?

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Oh man, that used to drive me nuts — my Kobo refusing to talk to 'OverDrive' felt like a tiny betrayal every time. First thing I check is basics: Wi‑Fi actually connected, battery charged enough, and date/time set correctly (DRM hates wrong clocks). If your Kobo's firmware is old it may not show the built‑in library feature properly, so I update it before anything else. Next, I peek at the loan format. Libraries often offer 'Kindle' files (which are Kindle‑only) and 'EPUB' or 'PDF' for devices like Kobo. If you grabbed the Kindle option by accident, the Kobo won't accept it. For older workflows where you download an .acsm file, you need to use 'Adobe Digital Editions' on a computer, authorize it with an Adobe ID, then transfer the book to the Kobo — that step trips me up more than anything. If all of that checks out, I sign out of my Kobo account, restart the device, and sign back in; sometimes deauthorizing and reauthorizing OverDrive on the eReader fixes a stuck token. If nothing helps, I contact my library (they can see holds/blocks) and check 'OverDrive' status online — occasionally the service or the library's side is the culprit. After those rounds I'm usually reading again.
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