Residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region who has never applied for a library card or E-Account of Hong Kong Public Libraries can make application through this online platform. Upon submission of valid application, holders of Hong Kong Smart Identity Card can login immediately through the website of Hong Kong Public Libraries, and borrow e-books or enjoy access to diversified e-resources. Two types of registered accounts (Type A or B) are available for application as follows, while Type B account has already included the functions and services available for Type A account.