cmyflix

Self-Hosted

Self-hosted multimedia streaming platform for your personal media library

Overview

cmyflix is a self-hosted multimedia streaming solution designed to organize and stream your personal collection of movies, TV shows, music, and photos. It offers automatic metadata fetching (posters, synopses), adaptive transcoding for cross-device compatibility (mobile, smart TV, desktop), and multi-user access with customizable permissions. Deployable via Docker containers for quick setup, it supports external storage (NAS, S3-compatible drives) and offline viewing options. Ideal for users who want full control over their media without relying on third-party streaming 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:
  cmyflix:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: cmyflix
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Automatic metadata scraping for media content
Adaptive transcoding for any device
Multi-user support with role-based access
Docker deployment for simplified setup
Integration with external storage systems

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is cmyflix hard to install?

cmyflix uses Docker containers for easy deployment. With a simple docker-compose.yml file, you can set it up in minutes—though basic familiarity with Docker and storage path configuration is recommended for optimal setup.

? Is it a good alternative to Netflix?

cmyflix is a great alternative for streaming your personal media collection. Unlike Netflix (which streams licensed content), it lets you access your own movies/TV shows with full control, no ads, and no subscription costs—though it doesn’t offer licensed content like mainstream platforms.

? Is it completely free?

Yes, cmyflix is open source and 100% free to use. You only incur costs for hosting (server/NAS) and storage for your media library—no hidden fees or premium tiers.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Media Streaming - Multimedia Streaming

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full privacy and control over your media library
⊕ No subscription fees or ads

Cons

⊖ Requires a dedicated server or NAS for hosting
⊖ Basic technical knowledge for setup and configuration