Ombi

Self-Hosted

Self-hosted media request management for Plex, Emby, and Jellyfin

Overview

Ombi simplifies media request workflows for self-hosted setups: users can request TV shows, movies, music, or books, while admins approve/reject requests and automate downloads via Sonarr/Radarr/Lidarr integration. It supports Plex, Emby, and Jellyfin, with role-based access control (admins, users, guests) and notifications (email, Discord, push). Deploy via Docker (recommended), binary packages (Windows/Linux/macOS), or source code—official docs offer step-by-step guides for all methods.

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

Key Features

Media request management (TV, movies, music, books)
Integration with Plex, Emby, Jellyfin, Sonarr, Radarr, Lidarr
Role-based access control (admins, regular users, guests)
Multi-channel notifications (email, Discord, push alerts)
Customizable request forms and approval workflows

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Ombi hard to install?

Ombi is easy to install via Docker (recommended) with pre-built images, or binary packages for Windows/Linux/macOS. Official docs provide step-by-step guides, making it accessible for beginners.

? Is Ombi a good alternative to proprietary media request tools?

Yes—Ombi is the leading open-source alternative, offering all core features of proprietary tools plus full data control, no subscriptions, and active community support.

? Is Ombi completely free?

Absolutely! Ombi is licensed under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and distribute without any premium tiers or hidden fees.

Top Alternatives

Custom in-house proprietary request systems Search Google

Requestplex (proprietary, limited adoption) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Media Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted, full data control)
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Seamless integration with popular media tools
⊕ Active community and regular feature updates

Cons

⊖ Requires supporting tools (Sonarr/Radarr) for full automation
⊖ Initial setup can be complex for new self-hosters
⊖ Occasional compatibility issues with latest media server updates