Library Kiosk Management

Secure, Managed Public Computing for Every Library

Give patrons safe, reliable access to computers and the internet. Atlas locks down public workstations, manages timed sessions, and gives your IT team full control from anywhere.

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Securing public computers in libraries everywhere

Everything you need to manage
public access computers

Atlas provides a complete suite of tools designed specifically for libraries and public computing environments.

Session Management

Set configurable time limits per patron or card type. Automatic warnings, extensions, and graceful session handoffs keep things running smoothly.

Library Card Auth

Patrons authenticate with their existing library card via barcode scan, RFID tap, or manual entry. Integrates with your ILS seamlessly.

Content Filtering

Built-in web filtering with customizable block lists, category-based policies, and CIPA-compliant safe browsing for all ages.

Print Management

Control print quotas, track usage per patron, and manage release queues. Supports pay-for-print and free allocation models.

Usage Analytics

Real-time dashboards showing station utilization, peak hours, popular resources, and patron demographics for data-driven decisions.

Remote Administration

Manage every station from a single web console. Push updates, restart sessions, send messages, and monitor status in real time.

ADA Compliance

Fully accessible interface with screen reader support, high-contrast modes, adjustable font sizes, and keyboard-only navigation.

Auto-Cleanup

Every session ends with a full environment reset. Temp files, browser history, downloads, and cached credentials are wiped automatically.

Up and running in three steps

Atlas deploys quickly and integrates with your existing library infrastructure without disruption.

1

Install Atlas

Deploy the lightweight Atlas agent on your public workstations. Supports Windows, Linux, and ChromeOS with a single installer.

2

Patrons Tap Their Card

Patrons authenticate with their library card using barcode scan, RFID tap, or manual entry. No extra accounts needed.

3

Secure, Timed Sessions

Atlas launches a locked-down browser session with content filtering, time limits, and full environment cleanup on logout.

Enterprise-grade security
for public environments

Atlas is purpose-built to protect both your infrastructure and your patrons in open-access computing environments.

Lockdown Browser

A fully sandboxed browsing environment that prevents system access, unauthorized downloads, and configuration changes.

  • No access to system settings or file explorer
  • Blocked keyboard shortcuts (Alt+Tab, Ctrl+Alt+Del)
  • Sandboxed process isolation per session
  • Kiosk-mode fullscreen enforcement

Content Filtering

Multi-layer web filtering ensures safe browsing for all ages and meets regulatory compliance requirements.

  • Real-time URL and content classification
  • CIPA-compliant filtering profiles
  • Custom allow/block lists per station group
  • DNS-level and proxy-level filtering

Session Isolation

Every patron session runs in a clean, isolated environment. Nothing persists between users.

  • Full disk and browser state reset on logout
  • Temporary user profile creation per session
  • Credential and cookie wipe guaranteed
  • Download folder purge after each session

Built for public access
computing environments

Atlas adapts to the unique needs of libraries, academic institutions, and community organizations.

Public Libraries

Provide equitable computer access to the community with secure, time-managed sessions that protect patron privacy and library resources.

  • ILS integration for library card auth
  • CIPA-compliant content filtering
  • Print quota management
  • ADA-accessible kiosk mode

Academic Labs

Manage open-access computer labs with student ID authentication, department-specific software access, and exam lockdown capabilities.

  • Student ID and SSO integration
  • Software access by course enrollment
  • Exam-mode lockdown browser
  • Lab utilization reporting

Community Centers

Offer residents access to computers for job searches, government services, and digital literacy without costly IT overhead.

  • Guest access with simple sign-up
  • Multi-language interface
  • Zero-maintenance kiosk mode
  • Usage stats for grant reporting

Trusted by IT teams
and library directors

Hear from the professionals who rely on Atlas to manage their public computing infrastructure every day.

“Atlas eliminated our number one support headache. We went from daily calls about locked-up kiosks and browser issues to near-zero incidents. The remote admin console alone saves our team hours every week.”
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Michael Reeves

IT Director, Eastside Public Library

“The usage analytics have been invaluable for our board presentations. We can now show exactly how many patrons use our computers, peak times, and justify our technology budget with real data.”
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Sandra Kim

Library Director, Oakridge County Libraries

“Deploying Atlas across our 14-branch system was seamless. The auto-cleanup feature means our staff never has to manually reset machines. Patrons love how simple the card-tap login is.”
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James Torres

Systems Administrator, Metro Library Network

Atlas at scale

50,000+
Sessions per Month
300+
Managed Stations
Zero
Security Incidents
99.9%
Uptime

Give your patrons safe,
reliable computer access

See how Atlas can transform your library's public computing experience. Schedule a personalized demo with our team.

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