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Build your own Netflix and Spotify. Compare Plex, Jellyfin and Emby, plan transcoding hardware, organize your library, and share it securely with family.

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Software

01PlexPolished media streaming with apps on every device.02ImmichA self-hosted Google Photos alternative with mobile backup.03JellyfinThe free, open-source media server with no strings.

Tutorials

TutorialsMedia ServersIntermediate

How to Install Immich Photo Backup

Replace Google Photos with self-hosted Immich and mobile auto-upload.

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TutorialsMedia ServersBeginner

How to Set Up a Jellyfin Media Server

Install Jellyfin with Docker and stream your movies, TV and music to every device for free.

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ComparisonsMedia ServersBeginner

Plex vs Jellyfin

Plex vs Jellyfin compared: features, hardware transcoding, privacy, cost and which media server is right for you.

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Comparisons

Plex · Jellyfin

Plex vs Jellyfin

Plex vs Jellyfin compared: features, hardware transcoding, privacy, cost and which media server is right for you.

Software

Plex

Polished media streaming with apps on every device.

ProprietaryFreemiumSelf-hosted

Jellyfin

The free, open-source media server with no strings.

Open sourceFreeSelf-hosted

Immich

A self-hosted Google Photos alternative with mobile backup.

Open sourceFreeSelf-hosted