Residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region who have never applied for a Library Card or E-Account of the Hong Kong Public Libraries can make application through this online platform. Upon submission of valid applications, eligible applicants who are holders of Hong Kong Smart Identity Card can immediately log into the website of the Hong Kong Public Libraries, borrow e-books and enjoy access to a variety of e-resources. The following three types of registered accounts (Type A, B or C) are available for application, with Type B and C accounts also including the functions and services of Type A account.