Enjoy free access to the New York Times digital edition

New York Times resources

The Hawaii State Public Library System is excited to offer The New York Times Digital Edition. All you need is a library card! Access is slightly different depending on if you are using this resource in the library or remotely. Simply follow the directions below.


If you are IN the library:

Create a new online account

Once you have established an account, you may proceed directly to login on future visits.


If you are OUTSIDE of the library:

Go to The New York Times website

Type in your library card number and PIN.

First time users should register by clicking on the “Create Account” button.

Fill in the required fields.

Receive a NYTimes.com pass that provides 72-hours of free access then click on “Go to NYTimes.com”. Once your pass expires, you may log in to your account and request another 72-hour pass.

Enjoy the rich digital content of The New York Times!

ALERT #1 | The Hawaii State Library in Downtown Honolulu will be closed to the public from January 13 through January 24, 2025.

ALERT #2 | In observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025. Libraries that are normally closed on Mondays will be closed to observe the holiday on Tuesday, January 21st.