FAQ: How do I download eBooks from EBSCO?

Download Options for EBSCO eBooks

You have two ways to download content from EBSCO eBooks: 

• Download individual chapters 
• Download the whole book. 

Please Note: Downloading eBooks is not required to read them. You can read eBooks online within the database. See FAQ: How do I view the full text of an eBook? for more information.

Downloading an eBook Chapter from EBSCO

Steps to Download an eBook Chapter

1. From the eBook record in the Multi-Search or eBook Collection - EBSCO This link opens in a new window database, find the chapter you want to download in the Table of Contents section on the right and click the Download PDF icon.  

Note: Please be aware of the page limits. In the example below, you are limited to 40 pages per session, but the limit will vary by title.

2. A pop-up window will appear. Select if you want to download the entire chapter or a custom page range, and then select download.

3. A new browser window should open with the full-text chapter PDF. You will also have the option to print or save the PDF to your device.

Downloading an Entire eBook from EBSCO

What You Need

To download a full eBook from EBSCO, you’ll need a few things:

• Adobe Digital Editions downloaded on your device: This free app lets you check out and read the eBook on your computer or phone. Download This link opens in a new window it from the App Store or Google Play. Check out the FAQ: How do I download Adobe Digital Editions?

• A compatible device: Not all devices work with Adobe Digital Editions. Check the list of supported devices This link opens in a new window.

• Accept the prompt to personalize your MyEBSCO account, if you haven't already done so. This allows you to download eBooks among other benefits. Check out FAQ: Why am I being prompted to create a MyEBSCO Account?

Check out Time Limits & Simultaneous User Limits

• 7-Day Access: When you download an eBook from EBSCO, it will be available offline on the device for up to 7 days. After that, it expires, but you can download it again if needed. This time limit is set by the publisher, not the library.

• Limited Copies: Some eBooks only allow a few people to use them at the same time. If you get a message saying the book is already "checked out," try again later or ask a librarian at ask@snhu.libanswers.com for help finding another copy or resource.

Steps to Download an Entire eBook from EBSCO

1. From the eBook record in the Multi-Search or eBook Collection - EBSCO This link opens in a new window database, click on the Download button below the eBook's title and information.

   

    

2. A pop-up box will appear to download the text. Select the Full eBook tab. Select how many days you want to borrow the book from the Borrow For drop-down menu. Select your preferred download format, if the option is available, either PDF or EPUB. Then, check the box that you have Adobe Digital Editions installed on your device and click on the Download button.
3. A new pop-up box should appear indicating that you have successfully downloaded the e-book.    
4. Go to your browser's download folder, choose the file you want to open, and the eBook will open in Adobe Digital Editions.

More Information

• Watch EBSCO's support video, Downloading EBSCO eBooks - Tutorial This link opens in a new window
• If you would like to download e-books to your Kindle Fire, please read the EBSCO support article, How can I checkout and download an EBSCO eBook to a Kindle Fire? This link opens in a new window
• EBSCO's eBook guide This link opens in a new window