Deploy Self-Hosted Netflix Alternatives

Deploy Jellyfin media server with Docker Compose. Stream movies and TV shows with transcoding, subtitles, and mobile app support.

Self-Hosted Options

  • Jellyfin
  • Plex

FAQ

  • Jellyfin or Plex for self-hosting?

    Jellyfin is fully open source with no feature gates. Plex has a polished UI but locks features behind Plex Pass. Both support transcoding and mobile apps.

  • Do I need a GPU for transcoding?

    Not required. Software transcoding works on any CPU. Hardware transcoding (Intel QuickSync, NVIDIA) improves quality and reduces CPU load.