Upskilling Student Workers with LibWizard Tutorials
By Hannah on May 16, 2025
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Engaging staff training is essential for improving information retention. Our LibWizard platform allows libraries to design custom tutorials with multimedia, instant feedback, and accurate assessment. And the best part? It's super easy to set up and use! We recently spoke with Erika W …
LibChat on the Go: Meeting Patrons Where They Are
By Hannah on May 13, 2025
Real-time virtual conversations are made easy with LibChat! This LibAnswers module is a reference powerhouse that provides an effortless way for patrons to chat with a librarian from any device. Seamlessly integrate custom chat widgets into popular LibGuides, discovery layers, or any …
Springshare Hits the Road for May Conferences!
By Hannah on May 8, 2025
Look out, here we come! We have a very full conference schedule this month and are thrilled to be able to meet up with library workers from all over the country. Be sure to stop by our booth if you're attending any of the same events because we've got quite a few new tricks up our sle …
Celebrating 18 Years of LibGuides: A Journey of Innovation
By Hannah on April 30, 2025
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Origins of LibGuides: A New Era for Libraries In 2007, the landscape of library resources was forever changed with the introduction of LibGuides, a revolutionary tool designed to create web-based, multimedia research guides. The innovation stemmed from a simple, yet profound understan …
Tales From the Co-Op: April Exchanges
By Hannah on April 24, 2025
Get ready for another exciting installment of Tales From the Co-Op! If you weren't able to read the latest post in this series, be sure to check out our March Exchanges. Do your patrons love to tell you how much they wish you were never closed? With our 24/7 Chat Cooperative, that mig …
Get On Board with Multi-Factor Authentication
By Hannah on April 22, 2025
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is one of the gold standards for safeguarding web accounts against hackers, data breaches, and other online threats. At Springshare, we prioritize your data security with unwavering dedication and are proud to be SOC II Compliant. Enabling MFA is the …
Catch Up on Must-See ACRL 2025 Guest Presentations
By Hannah on April 11, 2025
We're still abuzz from meeting so many of you at ACRL last week! There have been quite a few shifts in library land lately, and during this year's National Library Week, our appreciation for librarians is at an all-time high. Yesterday was Take Action for Libraries Day, making it the …
Introducing LibConference: The App You Didn’t Know You Needed (Because You Don’t)
By Hannah on April 1, 2025
Your Conference Day...Perfected! Tired of getting lost in a convention center the size of a small city? Wishing there was an easier way to keep track of sessions and sneak out for a sightseeing break? Well, wish no more—because we’re thrilled to introduce LibConference, the totally re …
Tales From the Co-Op: March Exchanges
By Hannah on March 27, 2025
It's time for another thrilling chapter of Tales From the Co-Op! If you missed the most recent post in this series, take a look at our February Exchanges. Our budget-friendly 24/7 Chat Cooperative is your library's secret weapon, offering patrons around-the-clock access to knowledgeab …
Meet Us in Minneapolis! — ACRL 2025, Booth #716
By Hannah on March 25, 2025
The Springshare team is heading to the ACRL Conference next week! We're excited to connect with academics from around the U.S., and we've got a few new tricks up our sleeves that you won't want to miss! If you're attending in person, stop by Booth #716 to say hello, pick our brains, o …