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How to Self-Host Navidrome (Music Streaming)
Your own Spotify, powered by your music collection. Install Navidrome on a VPS with Docker and stream to any Subsonic-compatible app.
How to Self-Host Mastodon on a VPS
Start your own corner of the fediverse. This guide installs a Mastodon instance on a VPS with Docker and covers the email and storage decisions that trip people up.
How to Self-Host Plex on a Linux VPS
Turn a Linux VPS into your personal Plex server. Install with Docker, claim it to your account, and stream your library to every device you own.
How to Self-Host Jellyfin (Media Server) on a VPS
A completely free, no-account media server. Install Jellyfin on a VPS with Docker, secure it with HTTPS, and stream your library to any device.
How to Host a Discord Music Bot on a VPS
Run your own Discord music bot on a VPS: install ffmpeg and the voice dependencies, stream audio reliably, and keep it online 24/7 with PM2.
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