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Lean Library Browser Extension: Start Here!

Learn about this browser extension from Technology from Sage, including instructions for downloading and using this tool to discover Auburn University Libraries' resources and collections wherever you search online.

Start Here!

About Lean Library

Lean Library is a downloadable tool for your web browser so you can quickly access academic articles, journals, and other library subscription resources wherever you are. Install the free browser extension once and get to full text with a single click or be prompted to login for a faster connection when off campus.

Need something we don't have in our collections? Lean Library allows you to easily submit a full-text request with one click.

 

Screenshot of article in Auburn Library catalog with Lean Library Pop-Up box in upper right corner displaying text "Clear Here"

How to Install On Your Browser

Just download the free browser extension and select Auburn University to access our Lean Library subscription and start browsing library content wherever you are studying or researching.

hyperlinked of supported browser icons: Chrome; Firefox; Edge; Opera; Safari

Once installed, select Auburn University from the Library options. Now when you visit paywalled sites you will be notified and automatacilly redirected to library subscription access.

 

Lean Library Privacy Policy

When installed on your browser, the Lean Library plugin works by comparing the website URLs you visit to a list of those that provide academic content and activates when you are on a recognized site. No IP addresses or unique device IDs are collected.

If you would like to know more about your data and privacy, see the Lean Library Privacy Policy.