Fusion

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted feed reader for private news aggregation

Overview

Fusion is an open-source, self-hosted feed reader that lets you aggregate RSS/Atom feeds in one place while keeping your data local. It features a clean, responsive interface with read/unread tracking, category organization, offline reading, and dark mode. Deploy easily via Docker (single container + PostgreSQL) or manual setup on Linux servers. Additional features include search functionality, integration with Pocket for saving articles, and multi-user support. Ideal for privacy-conscious users who want control over their news consumption without relying on proprietary platforms like Feedly.

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:
  fusion:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: fusion
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

RSS/Atom feed aggregation
Categorization & read status tracking
Docker-powered easy deployment
Offline reading & dark mode
Pocket integration & multi-user support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Fusion hard to install?

Fusion is easy to install using Docker—just run the official image alongside a PostgreSQL container (as outlined in the documentation). Manual installation requires basic Linux server knowledge (setting up a web server + database), but step-by-step guides are provided for both methods.

? Is it a good alternative to Feedly?

Yes! Fusion offers core feed management features like Feedly (categorization, read tracking) but with full data ownership. Unlike Feedly, there are no paid tiers or cloud lock-in—perfect for users wanting to escape proprietary platforms.

? Is it completely free?

Absolutely! Fusion is open-source software (licensed under MIT) with no hidden costs. You can self-host it for free, modify the code to fit your needs, or contribute to its development community.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Feed Readers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data ownership (no cloud dependency)
⊕ No ads or subscription fees
⊕ Modern, user-friendly interface
⊕ Flexible deployment options

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server maintenance skills
⊖ Limited mobile support (web interface only)
⊖ No built-in cross-device sync (needs manual setup like Nextcloud)
⊖ Smaller community compared to popular feed readers