Jellyfin

Jellyfin is a multimedia management and streaming system. The software organizes video, audio, and photo files stored on a local server. Users access the library through client applications from various devices. The platform converts file formats during playback to ensure compatibility. The system imposes no licensing restrictions on available features. The software architecture separates the server backend from the client frontends.

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• Real-time transcoding. Conversion of video and audio formats during playback. The server adapts content to the client device's capabilities and available bandwidth. Support for codecs like H.264, HEVC, AV1, and multiple container formats. Configuration of transcoding parameters such as resolution, bitrate, and output codecs.
• Unified media library. Aggregation of content from different storage locations into a single interface. Automatic folder scanning to detect new files. Metadata retrieval from information providers like TheMovieDB and TheTVDB. Organization of movies, TV shows, music, and photos with cover art and descriptions.
• User and permission management. Creation of individual accounts with personalized settings. Access control to specific libraries and administrative functions. Parental restrictions through content ratings and schedule controls. Independent playback quality profiles for each user.
• Playback state synchronization. Tracking of viewing progress across all devices. Resuming content from the same point on different clients. Marking episodes and movies as watched or unwatched. "Watch later" lists that synchronize across all applications.
• Secure remote streaming. Access to the media library from outside the local network. Reverse proxy setup with SSL/TLS encryption. Authentication required for all external connections. Bandwidth control for remote streaming with configurable limits.
• Plugin support. Extension of core functionalities through a modular architecture. Installation of plugins for metadata, music, notifications, and more. Development of custom extensions using documented APIs. Plugin management from the admin interface with updates.
• Live TV recording. Capture of television broadcasts using compatible tuners. Scheduling single recordings or series by title or time. Storage space management for recorded programs. Automatic format conversion after recording with configurable options.
• Offline mode. Downloading content for access without an internet connection. Media synchronization to mobile devices for local playback. Storage space management on client devices. Automatic playback state recovery upon reconnection.
• Media analysis. Processing of files to extract detailed technical information. Automatic detection of codecs, formats, and media stream parameters. Generation of thumbnails and chapter images for video content. Audio analysis for music with track and album identification.
• Full API. Programming interface for integration with external systems. Comprehensive endpoint documentation for developers. Authentication via API tokens for secure access. Control of all server functions through HTTP calls.
• Cross-platform support. Installation on Windows, Linux, and macOS systems. Execution on x86, ARM, and other hardware architectures. Client applications for web browsers, Android, iOS, and smart TVs. Official Docker images for container deployment.
• Notification system. Configuration of alerts for specific server events. Support for multiple delivery methods like email and webhooks. Notifications about new additions to the library content. System status alerts for hardware issues or disk space problems.

Jellyfin's development began in 2018 as a fork of the Emby project. The creators started the project following licensing changes in Emby. The software is primarily written in C# using the .NET framework. The development team consists of volunteer contributors from around the world. The first stable version was released in December 2018. The project maintains a regular release cycle with monthly updates.

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