You can log into nkoda securely using your institution’s login system via OpenAthens, Shibboleth, or a custom method.
Step 1: Go to the nkoda Web App
Visit: app.nkoda.com
Click ‘Log in’, then select ‘Log in with an institution’.
Step 2: Find and Select Your Institution
Search for your institution and select it from the list. If your institution uses a custom login, you’ll find it in the second list.
Step 3: Log In with Your Institutional Credentials
You’ll be redirected to your institution’s login page.
Log in using your usual university or school username and password.
Step 4: Link to nkoda
After signing in:
Choose whether to create a new nkoda account or log into an existing one.
Use your institutional email address for proper linkage.
Click ‘Yes’ when prompted to confirm that you’re a member of your institution.
You’ll then see the nkoda Discover Page with a confirmation banner stating you’re signed in as a member of your institution.
Step 5: Use This Method for Future Logins
You must use ‘Log in with an institution’ each time you access nkoda.
Step 6: Download the nkoda App
To view content:
Install the nkoda app via your device’s app store.
In the web app, click ‘Download nkoda’.
Once installed, use ‘Open in nkoda’ to open sheet music directly in the app.
Everything you can do in the web app (search, browse, organise) is also available in the nkoda app.