Computers, Wi-Fi & Related Services

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All three Carlsbad Library & Cultural Arts locations offer access to free, unsecured public Wi-Fi in addition to computers, printing, mobile printing, copying and scanning during regular business hours. Fax services are available at Cole and Dove libraries for a fee. Please see below for details.

The city of Carlsbad offers free, unsecured public Wi-Fi at all three library locations.

To connect:

  1. On your device, view available Wi-Fi networks.
  2. Select Library Guest and join the network.
  3. An agreement page with Terms & Conditions will be launched in the browser.
  4. Click Connect to join.
  5. Having problems connecting? Try visiting https://wifi.carlsbadca.gov.

Troubleshooting tips:

  • In your Wi-Fi settings, forget the Library Guest network, then reconnect.
  • Turn your device’s Wi-Fi off and back on.
  • Restart your device.
  • VPNs are not compatible with the Wi-Fi service.
  • Some older devices may not be compatible with the Wi-Fi service.
  • For problems connecting to Library Guest, go to https://wifi.carlsbadca.gov or try using a different browser (e.g., Safari, Chrome or Edge).