Koha is the first free software library automation package. In use worldwide, its development is steered by a growing community of users collaborating to achieve their technology goals. Koha’s feature set continues to evolve and expand to meet the needs of its user base.
In use worldwide in libraries of all sizes, Koha is a true enterprise-class ILS with comprehensive functionality including acquisitions, circulation, cataloging, serials management, authorities, flexible reporting, label printing, multi-format notices, offline circulation, and more. Koha supports consortia, multi-branch, and single-branch libraries.
Koha supports a large number of available languages, with more added every year.
Powerful searching and an enhanced catalogue display that integrates content from Amazon, Google, LibraryThing, Open Library, Syndetics, and more.
Built using standards like MARC 21, UNIMARC, z39.50, SRU/SW, SIP2, and SIP/NCIP, Koha ensures interoperability with other systems while supporting existing workflows.
Koha’s OPAC, circulation, management, and self-checkout interfaces use standards-compliant technologies (XHTML, CSS, JavaScript), making it a platform-independent solution.
Distributed under the General Public License (GPL) version 3 or later, Koha is freely available.
Libraries can install and use Koha independently or purchase support services without vendor lock-in. Libraries are free to change support companies and export their data at any time, ensuring good data management.
MCET Central Library & Information Centre uses Koha 21.05 with Ubuntu for library automation purposes.
