SMS Availability Notices
Your library has an 'SMS Availability Notices' service, where we send you an SMS message informing you that an item you recalled or requested is now available for you to pickup from the library.
You will also continue to receive the official email advice.
Can I use this service?
If you are a registered Curtin University Library user, that is you can borrow books and can place recalls, and have a mobile phone then you can use this service.
How do I subscribe to this service?
When placing a recall or request you must select a pickup location. Immediately below the pickup location options is a link to "Subscribe" to the SMS Availability Notice service. Clicking on this link prompts you to enter your mobile phone number. Enter your number and click on the "Subscribe" button. That’s all.
How do I unsubscribe?
The next time you place a recall or request you will see a link to unsubscribe from the service immediately below the pickup location options. Click on the "Unsubscribe from service" link. The text now changes to allow you to resubscribe if you wish.
What should I do if I change my mobile phone number?
If you change your mobile phone number you can update it next time you place a recall/request. Immediately below the pickup location options there is a link to "Update Mobile Number". Click on this link, amend your number then click on the "Update details" button. The next SMS Availability Notice you receive will then be sent to your updated number.
When will I receive SMS Availability Notices?
You will receive the SMS notice at about 9.30am the day after the item becomes available for you to collect from the pickup location you selected when you placed the recall or request.
How much does this service cost me?
Nothing! The service is free.
