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South Dakota State Library Services

A list of services provided by the South Dakota State Library.

WhoFi Service for South Dakota Public Libraries

What is WhoFi?

WhoFi is an integrated suite of library services that helps libraries manage program scheduling, meeting space reservations, WiFi analytics, and data reporting. The South Dakota State Library provides WhoFi software to help public libraries manage services and streamline operations.

About WhoFi Services

What is WiFi Analytics?

WiFi Analytics software helps libraries track WiFi usage, analyze visitor usage trends, and meet state reporting requirements. WhoFi’s WiFi analytics tool offers insights into library usage, including patron visits and return rates and peak usage times. WhoFi ensures patron privacy while providing consistent data collection and reporting standards to support libraries and their annual Public Libraries Survey.


How can I enroll my library in the WhoFi wireless counter service?

Contact the State Library Data Coordinator to enroll your library.

The State Library makes WhoFi software free to all SD public libraries.

What is Community Calendar?

Community Calendar is an event management tool that helps libraries post events, collect registrations, send out program reminders, and gather and report attendance statistics. The calendar can be integrated into library websites, with options for patrons to view events and register directly online.


How can I get started using Community Calendar?
  • If your library is already using the WhoFi wireless counter, log into your account https://app.whofi.com/login.php and select the Community Planner prompt on the menu at the left of the screen.

  • If your library is not enrolled in the WhoFi wireless counter program, you may contact WhoFi directly and ask to be added to the South Dakota State Library's account: support@whofi.com - 405-415-0434

Follow-up questions can be directed to WhoFi support

SDSL staff can answer general questions regarding program reporting. Contact the SDSL Data Coordinator.

The State Library makes WhoFi software free to all SD public libraries.

What is Spaces?

The Spaces app is a meeting room reservation tool to automate booking and managing library spaces. Spaces streamlines room reservations by allowing patrons to book online while preventing double bookings and generating usage reports for advocacy and planning.


How can I get started using Spaces?
  • If your library is already using one of WhoFi's services, log into your WhoFi account to access the Spaces app.

  • If your library is not enrolled in one of the WhoFi services, you may contact WhoFi directly and ask to be added to the South Dakota State Library's account: support@whofi.com - 405-415-0434

Follow-up questions can be directed to WhoFi support

SDSL staff can answer general questions regarding WhoFi services. Contact the SDSL Data Coordinator.

The State Library makes WhoFi software free to all SD public libraries.

What is Question Sets?

The Question Sets app is a centralized tool for collecting, organizing, and reporting library data. Question sets is aligned with the data collection requirements in the Public Libraries Survey--your library's annual report.

How can I get started using Question Sets?
  • If your library is already using one of WhoFi's services, log into your WhoFi account to access the Question Sets app.

  • If your library is not enrolled in one of the WhoFi services, you may contact WhoFi directly and ask to be added to the South Dakota State Library's account: support@whofi.com - 405-415-0434

Follow-up questions can be directed to WhoFi support

SDSL staff can answer general questions regarding WhoFi services. Contact the SDSL Data Coordinator.

The State Library makes WhoFi software free to all SD public libraries.

Funded by Institute of Museum and Library Services

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Funding for this program is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) as administered by the South Dakota State Library.