About Library Hours 24 - Your Trusted Library Guide
Making library information accessible to everyone, everywhere, at any time.
Our Mission
Library Hours 24 exists to solve a simple but frustrating problem: finding accurate, up-to-date library hours when you need them. We believe everyone deserves easy access to library information—whether you're a student cramming for finals, a parent planning a weekend visit with kids, a researcher needing specialized resources, or a remote worker searching for quiet study space.
Libraries are community treasures, but their hours can be confusing:
- Different hours for different branches
- Holiday closures announced last-minute
- Websites that aren't updated
- Phone lines that go unanswered
Our solution: A centralized, regularly updated directory of library hours for 1,000+ libraries across 30+ countries.
Who We Are
Founded by Library Advocates
Library Hours 24 was founded in 2024 by a team of library enthusiasts, former librarians, and data professionals who recognized the need for a reliable, comprehensive library hours resource.
Our Team's Background:
- Library Experience: 15+ years combined experience working in public and university libraries
- Education Background: Graduate degrees in Library Science, Information Systems, and Education
- Technology Expertise: Professional web developers and database administrators
- User Focus: Parents, students, and researchers who use libraries weekly
We're not just building a website—we're library users ourselves who got tired of unreliable hours information and decided to fix the problem.
How We Maintain Accuracy
Our Verification Process
📅 Weekly Updates
We update library hours information on a rolling weekly basis, prioritizing:
- Libraries with recent user reports of changes
- Major library systems (1M+ population cities)
- Libraries approaching holidays or seasonal changes
- User-submitted corrections
✅ Multi-Source Verification
Every library's hours are verified through multiple sources:
- ✅ Official library website
- ✅ Library social media (Facebook, Twitter/X)
- ✅ Google Business Profile
- ✅ Direct phone verification (for discrepancies)
- ✅ User submissions (verified before publishing)
⏰ Update Frequency by Library Type
- Major Central Libraries: Checked weekly
- Regional Branches: Checked bi-weekly
- Neighborhood Branches: Checked monthly
- University Libraries: Checked at semester changes
- All Libraries: Flagged for immediate check after user reports
Editorial Standards
We commit to:
- Accuracy First: If we can't verify hours, we say "Call to confirm" rather than guess
- Clear Sourcing: Every library entry shows last update date
- User Corrections: We respond to correction requests within 48 hours
- Transparency: We clearly mark unverified or user-submitted information
- No Fake Reviews: All content is factual information, not opinions
What We Don't Do:
- ❌ Publish unverified hours
- ❌ Use automated scraping without human verification
- ❌ Copy from unreliable sources
- ❌ Ignore user correction requests
What Makes Us Different
Real-Time Status
We show you if libraries are currently open or closed, with countdown timers to closing time.
24/7 Focus
We specialize in finding libraries with extended hours and 24-hour access for late-night studying.
Mobile-First
Our website works perfectly on your phone, tablet, or desktop - wherever you need library info.
Smart Search
Find libraries by name, location, features, or hours with our intelligent search system.
Interactive Maps
See library locations on a map and get directions to the nearest one.
Accessible Design
Our website works with screen readers and follows accessibility best practices.
Our Values
Access to Information
We believe everyone deserves access to books, computers, study spaces, and educational resources.
Community Support
Libraries are cornerstones of communities, and we're proud to help people discover these valuable resources.
Education
We support students, researchers, and lifelong learners by making library access more convenient.
Global Reach
Knowledge knows no borders. We're working to include libraries from around the world.
Monetization & Transparency
💰 How This Site is Funded
Google AdSense (Planned):
We plan to display Google AdSense ads to cover operating costs:
- Server hosting and maintenance
- Domain registration
- Data verification tools
- Team time for updates and verification
Why Ads:
Maintaining accurate hours for 1,000+ libraries requires:
- Weekly verification time (~20 hours/week)
- Hosting and database costs (~$50/month)
- Development and maintenance (~10 hours/week)
Our Commitment:
- Ads will never interfere with finding library hours
- No intrusive pop-ups or auto-play videos
- No ads on policy pages (Privacy, Terms, etc.)
- User experience comes first
Alternative Funding (Future):
- Premium API access for apps/developers
- Library partnership programs
- Grants from library associations
We believe in transparency. We'll never hide how this site makes money.
Privacy & Data Protection
🔒 Your Privacy is Our Priority
At Library Hours 24, we believe your privacy is fundamental. We collect only the minimal information needed to provide our library directory service and never sell your personal data.
What Information We Collect:
- Basic usage analytics to improve our service
- Location data (city/country level) for relevant search results
- Contact information only if you choose to contact us
- Cookies for essential website functionality
How We Protect Your Data:
- All data transmission is encrypted with SSL/TLS
- We comply with GDPR, CCPA, and international privacy laws
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data on need-to-know basis
Your Rights:
- Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Correction: Update any inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request removal of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Control personalized advertising
International Compliance: We comply with privacy laws in all countries we serve, including GDPR (EU/UK), CCPA (California), PIPEDA (Canada), Privacy Act (Australia), and Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand).
Terms of Service
📋 Using Our Service
By using Library Hours 24, you agree to our Terms of Service. We've written them in plain language to make them easy to understand.
What We Provide:
- Free directory of library hours and contact information
- Search functionality to find libraries worldwide
- Maps and directions to library locations
- Educational content about library services
Your Responsibilities:
- Use the service for lawful purposes only
- Provide accurate information if submitting library details
- Respect intellectual property rights
- Verify library hours before visiting (hours can change)
Important Disclaimers:
- Library hours may change without notice
- We recommend calling ahead to confirm hours
- Information is provided "as is" without warranties
- We're not responsible for outdated information
⚠️ Always Verify Hours: While we strive for accuracy, library hours can change due to holidays, staffing, weather, or special events. We strongly recommend contacting libraries directly before visiting to confirm current hours.
Advertising & Revenue:
We use Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements that help fund our free service. Ads are clearly marked and you can opt out of personalized advertising in your Google settings.
Get in Touch
Have a question, suggestion, or want to add your library to our database?
📧 General Inquiries
Questions about our service, library information, or partnership opportunities.
hello@libraryhours24.com🏛️ Library Submissions
Submit new library information or updates to existing listings.
libraries@libraryhours24.comLibrary Hours 24 is an independent service dedicated to making library information more accessible. We are not affiliated with any particular library system but work collaboratively with libraries worldwide to provide accurate, up-to-date information.