WorldCat
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About
WorldCat.org is a global catalog of library materials operated by OCLC, allowing users to search for books, music, video, articles, and more across libraries worldwide. Users can locate items at libraries near them, create lists, and favorite libraries. It also supports genealogy research by connecting users to unique local records held in libraries and archives.
Problem
People struggle to find which libraries near them hold specific books, media, or archival materials they need.
For
general public, students, and researchers seeking library materials
How it works
Users search a unified global catalog of library holdings and are shown which nearby libraries own the item, with options to create accounts and save lists.
Business model
free
Status
launched
Company
OCLC