COVID-19: Information for Rhode Island Libraries

Subscription-based real time chat service for library websites

Free live chat service

A list of options compiled by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance.

Find low-cost internet and affordable computers in your area.

This page contains resources and specific information on how Rhode Islanders can access free or discounted in-home internet during COVID-19.

Zoom's basic plan is free. Allows for 100 attendees. Meetings are limited 40 minutes. More details and meeting tips.

Zoom is temporarily lifting the 40-minute time limit on free Basic accounts for schools affected by the Coronavirus. Registration required.

Includes a video conferencing option. Allows up to 1,000 participants and unlimited meeting times.

Free video conferencing with no registration required. Uses open source software. See FAQ or this YouTube video for more details.

Free services offers up to 40 minute meetings and up to 3 attendees.

Google is making the premium version of Hangout Meets available for free to G-Suite users through July 1, 2020. A free 14-day trial to G-Suite is available.

An overview of privacy policies on several online platforms from the Electronic Freedom Foundation.

Originally presented April 2, 2020 by the Public Library Association (PLA)