Miniflux

Self-Hosted

Lightweight, open-source RSS feed reader for self-hosting

Overview

Miniflux is a minimalist, self-hosted RSS/Atom feed reader built with Go for speed and efficiency. It features a clean, ad-free interface, keyboard shortcuts for quick navigation, and content filtering to block unwanted posts. Deployment options include Docker (official images), binary releases, or Docker Compose (requires PostgreSQL). It supports the Fever API for syncing with mobile apps like Reeder or Unread, ensuring seamless cross-device access. Prioritizing privacy, Miniflux keeps your feed data local—no cloud dependencies, full control over your information. Additional tools like read later, star items, and export/import feeds enhance daily usability.

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

Key Features

Lightweight Go-based engine for fast performance
Fever API compatibility for mobile app sync
Advanced content filtering and read later functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Miniflux hard to install?

Miniflux is easy to install with Docker (using official images) or binary releases. It also supports Docker Compose for simplified deployment with PostgreSQL (required). Clear documentation guides users through setup, making it accessible even for those with basic server knowledge.

? Can Miniflux sync with mobile apps?

Yes! Miniflux supports the Fever API, compatible with third-party mobile RSS apps like Reeder, Unread, or NewsFlash. This lets you sync feeds and reading progress between your self-hosted instance and mobile devices.

? Is Miniflux completely free and open source?

Miniflux is 100% free and open source under the GPLv3 license. There are no paid tiers—you can self-host it indefinitely without subscriptions, and modify the source code to fit your needs.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Feed Readers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-first (self-hosted, no third-party data sharing)
⊕ Resource-efficient (low CPU/memory usage)
⊕ Clean, distraction-free interface

Cons

⊖ No native mobile app (relies on third-party tools via Fever)
⊖ Requires PostgreSQL database (adds setup step)
⊖ Limited customization options compared to some SaaS readers