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Redeem eBook Access Code - Courseware Only

How do I access my eBook access code that has courseware (Cengage MindTap, Pearson MyLabs, etc.)?
Please follow the steps below:

1. Purchase eBook with courseware at the bookstore and receive a VitalSource access code (20-digit alphanumeric) and redemption URL printed on the receipt or via an email

Screenshot of VitalSource Bookshelf showing Redeem Codes button location

2. Navigate to online.vitalsource.com and create a VitalSource Bookshelf account if you do not have one already

Screenshot of VitalSource Bookshelf account creation page at online.vitalsource.com
3. Click “Redeem Codes”

Screenshot showing Redeem Codes option in VitalSource Bookshelf interface

4. Enter the VitalSource access code and click Redeem

Screenshot showing VitalSource access code entry field with Redeem button

5. Once the product presents on the bookshelf, click “Reveal Access Code”. Once you click “Reveal Access Code”, the eBook with courseware is no longer returnable in the bookstore.

Screenshot showing Reveal Access Code button on VitalSource Bookshelf courseware product page

6. Click “Continue” and then “Reveal Access Code” on popup. Once you click “Reveal Access Code”, the eBook with courseware is no longer returnable in the bookstore.

Screenshot showing courseware eBook listed on VitalSource Bookshelf after redemption

7. Copy the new Access Code that has just been revealed (different from the VitalSource access code) and click “Visit Website” to navigate to the publisher's website

Screenshot showing revealed courseware access code and Visit Website button in VitalSource Bookshelf

8. Complete via the publisher's required procedures

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