Open-source media servers
5 media servers whose code is public under an OSI-approved license, rated for privacy with evidence. Picks first, then by score.
Audiobookshelf Grade B
Self-hosted audiobook and podcast server with a web player and mobile apps, supporting multiple users, progress sync across devices, podcast downloads and offline listening.
GPL-3.0. Source code
Jellyfin Grade B
Self-hosted media server for movies, TV, music, books and live TV, with client apps for web, mobile and TV devices. All features are free, with no account on a central server.
GPL-2.0. Source code
Komga Grade B
Self-hosted media server for comics, manga, magazines and eBooks, with a web reader, OPDS and Kobo sync support, multiple users and a REST API used by third-party reader apps.
MIT. Source code
Kavita Grade D
Self-hosted reading server for manga, comics and books, with web readers for comics, EPUB and PDF, OPDS support and multiple users. An optional paid Kavita+ subscription adds metadata and scrobbling features.
GPL-3.0. Source code
Navidrome Grade D
Self-hosted music server and streamer with a web player, compatible with Subsonic and OpenSubsonic client apps, supporting multiple users, smart playlists and scrobbling.
GPL-3.0. Source code
Compare all 7 media servers, open source or not.