Precis

Self-Hosted

Open-source, self-hosted RSS reader with a minimalist interface

Overview

Precis is a lightweight, self-hosted RSS/Atom feed reader focused on simplicity and privacy. It features a clean, distraction-free UI, allowing users to organize feeds into categories, mark items as read/unread, save articles for later, and search content. Deployment is straightforward via Docker containers or precompiled binaries for Linux, macOS, and Windows, with no complex setup required. Precis keeps feed data local to your server, avoiding third-party tracking, and supports mobile-responsive design for access across devices.

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

Key Features

Clean, distraction-free interface
RSS/Atom feed support with categorization
Docker & precompiled binary deployment
Local data storage (privacy-focused)
Mobile-responsive web design

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Precis hard to install?

Precis is easy to install—you can deploy it using a Docker container (with a single docker run command) or download precompiled binaries for your OS. It has no complex dependencies, making it accessible for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to Feedly?

Yes! Precis offers core RSS reading features like Feedly (feed organization, read/unread tracking) but with full privacy (no cloud sync by default) and no subscription fees. It lacks Feedly’s advanced tools (e.g., AI recommendations), but it’s perfect for users wanting a simple, self-hosted option.

? Is it completely free?

Precis is 100% free and open source under the MIT License. You can download, self-host, and modify it without any costs or restrictions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Feed Readers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ No third-party tracking or cloud dependency
⊕ Simple installation with minimal setup
⊕ Lightweight and fast performance
⊕ 100% open source (MIT license)

Cons

⊖ Limited advanced features (no social integration or team collaboration)
⊖ Requires server maintenance for self-hosting
⊖ No native mobile app (relies on responsive web UI)