Getting Started with Beanstack

How do I register myself or my family?
  1. Download the Beanstack Tracker App: Head to your device’s app store and search for “Beanstack Tracker”. Download and install the app. Once installed, the app will guide you through selecting Hooksett Library and creating your account. 
  2. Use the Web-Based Version: Visit https://hooksettlibrary.beanstack.org and click on  “Register as an Individual or Family.” 

No matter which method you choose, you can create  an account for yourself and then set up additional profiles for readers of any age within your family. This allows everyone to track their own reading progress and participate in challenges.



How do I log my reading?

Ready to log your reading adventure? Here’s how: 

  • Beanstack App: Click on the “+” at the bottom of the screen and then select “Reading.” Use your phone’s camera to scan the barcode on the back of your book, or search for the title manual. Once you've found the book, you can choose how to log your reading. Log minutes or pages if you haven’t finished the book yet. If you finished the book you're logging, log the entire book. 
  • Beanstack Website: Select “Log Reading and Activities” in the top left-hand corner. Search for  the title. Once you've found the book, you can choose how to log your reading. Log minutes or pages if you haven’t finished the book yet. If you finished the book you're logging, log the entire book. 
How do I log my activities?
  • Beanstack App: Activities for your reading challenges are grouped under the “Discover” tab. Just tap on “Discover” to see all available activities. Once you’ve completed an activity, simply check it off!
  • Beanstack Website: Activities are linked to your reading challenges and can be found under the “Badges” section. Click on “Badges” to see all activities associated with your challenges. Completing an activity is easy, just check it off the list!
How do I log book reviews?
  • Beanstack App: Click on the “+” at the bottom of the screen and then select “Review.” Writing a review is not only a great way to share your thoughts on a book, but it also earns you raffle tickets for even more chances to win! Want to see what others are reading and loving? Head over to “Discover” to browse reader reviews. 
  • Beanstack Website: Select “Badges” to write a review. Writing a review is not only a great way to share your thoughts on a book, but it also earns you raffle tickets for even more chances to win! Want to see what others are reading and loving? Head over to “Discover'' to browse reader reviews.
How do I enter prize drawings?

Every time you reach a reading milestone, you’ll unlock a badge - a fun way to track your progress! But the best part? Most badges also earn you raffle tickets! With your earned tickets, you get to decide which prize you want to win! Find the raffle that sparks your interest by heading to “Discover” and select the challenge you’re participating in. Scroll down to find “Drawings” (on the web, it’s called “Ticket Drawings” under the Challenge Tabs). There you can see all the available prizes and choose where to enter your tickets.