RSS Monster

Self-Hosted

Open-source RSS/Atom feed reader with modern UI and self-hosting support

Overview

RSS Monster is an open-source feed reader that aggregates RSS/Atom feeds into a clean, responsive interface. It supports categorization, tagging, read/unread tracking, dark mode, and feed export/import. Deploy easily via Docker (one-liner or Compose) or manual installation on your server. Keep your feed data private by self-hosting—no third-party services access your content. Ideal for users wanting to escape proprietary feed platforms and control their content consumption.

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

Key Features

Aggregate RSS/Atom feeds in one place
Modern responsive UI with dark mode
Categorization, tagging, and read/unread tracking
Easy Docker deployment
Privacy-focused local data storage

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is RSS Monster hard to install?

No—RSS Monster offers a Docker image for quick deployment (using a single command or Docker Compose). Manual installation is also possible but requires basic server knowledge (PHP, MySQL/MariaDB).

? Is it a good alternative to Feedly?

Yes—RSS Monster provides core feed reading features (aggregation, categorization) while letting you control your data via self-hosting. It lacks Feedly’s AI recommendations but is ideal for users prioritizing privacy and ownership.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—RSS Monster is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s 100% free to use with no paid tiers or hidden costs.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Feed Readers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Open-source and completely free
⊕ No third-party data sharing (privacy-first)
⊕ Simple setup via Docker
⊕ Clean, user-friendly interface

Cons

⊖ Requires self-hosting (needs server access)
⊖ No native mobile app (uses web interface)
⊖ Cross-device sync needs manual configuration