Bubo Reader

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted RSS reader for privacy-focused content aggregation

Overview

Bubo Reader is an open-source, self-hosted RSS and Atom feed reader built for privacy and simplicity. It lets you collect news, blogs, and content from favorite sources in one place, with features like offline reading, dark mode, custom tagging for feed organization, and responsive design for mobile/desktop. Deploy easily via Docker with minimal setup, giving full control over your data without relying on third-party services.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  bubo_reader:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: bubo-reader
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

RSS/Atom feed support
Offline reading capability
Custom feed tagging
Dark mode & responsive UI

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Bubo Reader hard to install?

No—Bubo Reader can be deployed easily using Docker. Just pull the official image and run it with basic configuration commands, making setup accessible even for users new to self-hosting.

? Is it a good alternative to Feedly?

Yes, if you prioritize privacy and self-hosting. Bubo Reader offers core RSS features (feed aggregation, tagging) without Feedly’s subscription costs or data tracking, though it doesn’t include Feedly’s AI-powered recommendations or team features.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Bubo Reader is open-source under the MIT License. It’s free to use, modify, and self-host with no hidden fees or subscription requirements.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Feed Readers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-first (self-hosted data control)
⊕ Simple Docker deployment
⊕ Ad-free experience

Cons

⊖ Web-only (no native mobile app)
⊖ Lacks advanced features like AI recommendations