Digital Bpi FAQ
Are you wondering about the operation of the Bpi’s digital collections?
Consult the most frequently asked questions in this section and you will certainly find your answer. Click on the question for the answer to appear.
Otherwise, contact us! We will respond as soon as possible. Thank you.
What are the digital collections at the Bpi?
The digital collections are more than 90 online sites, usually chargeable but made accessible free of charge for users of the Bpi. These collections deal with many themes and come in the form of articles, ebooks or databases to help you with your studies, your hobbies or your job search.
How do I find the books that interest me?
Two solutions are possible: if you already have a title in mind, it is best to go through the Bpi catalog, looking to see if the desired work is in the “Online documents” column. For a less targeted search or if you can’t find what you’re looking for in the catalogue, you can discover all our collections in the “Digital Collections” section of our website!
How to access it?
All of the Bpi’s electronic resources are accessible in the library spaces from Bpi workstations and, for the most part, from any device connected to the Internet (smartphone, tablet and laptop) via wifi.bpi. A large part of our collections is also accessible from home!
Can I access digital resources to which the library subscribes from home?
Yes, of course! You can access many of our resources remotely, free of charge, via the Nos ressources à distance page. All you have to do is create an account on our website, fill in the form, and come to the library to confirm your registration, along with valid proof of identity. Your access will be valid for one year and renewable.
I have difficulty connecting to remote resources
If you are having difficulty accessing the service, you may not have followed all the registration steps:
- Create a Bpi account
- Fill in the registration form for our remote resources
- Show a valid ID to a Bpi librarian
As your registration is valid for one year, you may no longer be able to connect because this period has expired. In this case, you’ll need to re-register by following the steps above.
If you have followed these three steps, and your registration is less than a year old, and you are still unable to access our remote resources, please contact us!
What resources can I access from home?
The Nos ressources à distance page lets you consult all the resources available from home: press, humanities, music, arts, self-study, science…
Can I ask the library to purchase a digital book?
If you have any recommendations for us, use the notebooks of the information offices and specify that you are interested in the digital format!
Does the library organize training on these digital resources?
Yes ! Regularly consult the monthly schedule or our agenda under the “Workshops/Digital Culture” headings to keep you up to date!
