Build your own book inventory system
Track titles, manage lending status, and log new arrivals in an AI-powered system built with AI to fit your collection's workflow.
Tailor your book inventory system to your needs
Customize your setup with the exact views and data blocks your library requires. Add features as your collection grows—no code required.
Centralized catalog management
Real-time stock tracking
Barcode and cover uploads
Lending and status tracking
AI-powered collection insights
Internal acquisition approvals
Unify your catalog data in real time
Connect spreadsheets or databases with real-time sync—or manage your entire collection in Softr Databases. One source of truth for your stock and lending tracking.
Custom access for every role. Built-in security.
Give each teammate the right tools and access. Set up secure logins, user groups, and granular permissions—no IT support or dev work needed.
Advanced permissions
Give different team members tailored access and dashboards, so librarians see admin tools while readers only see available books.
User groups
Give different team members tailored access and dashboards, so librarians see admin tools while readers only see available books.
Automations
Streamline your book tracking with Softr Workflows. Trigger native notifications for overdue returns or status changes to keep your system accurate.
Works on any device
Scan barcodes and update your collection on the go. All inventory systems are mobile-ready out of the box for easy stocktaking.
Easy, secure logins
Use Google or email logins to give your team fast, secure access to the catalog—no technical help or IT tickets needed.
Security
Keep collection and member data safe with SOC2 and GDPR compliance, plus fine-tuned access control at every level of the app.
Why Softr vs other software
No more one-size-fits-all tools or costly custom builds. Softr is easy to use and fully customizable, so you can launch faster, adapt as you grow, and skip the complexity of traditional software.
Easy, fast setup
Build your book inventory system in minutes with AI—no manual configuration or manual entry required.
Consolidate your stack
Add lending trackers, barcode scans, or acquisition forms as your volume grows—without starting from scratch.
Flexible as you grow
Start with a catalog, then add borrowing portals and insights dashboards—all in one place with no extra tools.
Generate a custom book inventory system with AI
Co-build with AI
Simply describe what you need. Let Softr handle everything - Interface, database, workflows.
Iterate with AI or visually
Control most critical parts of your app yourself - roles, permissions, security.
Ship the same day
Invite team members or external clients and partners right away. No developer handover.
The go-to platform for business operations
Use drag-and-drop blocks to build a portal that looks sleek and modern out of the box. Add only the features you need, and iterate as your workflows evolve.
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Frequently asked questions
Build your book inventory system. No code needed.
Go from idea to a live inventory system in under an hour. Build and customize your catalog without code.