RSS2EMail

Self-Hosted

Open-source tool to convert RSS feeds into email updates

Overview

RSS2EMail is a lightweight, self-hosted tool that fetches RSS/Atom feeds and sends new entries directly to your email inbox. It supports multiple feeds, recipients, and customizable email templates (HTML or plain text). Deployment is simple: it runs on Python (3.6+), works across Linux, macOS, and Windows, and can be scheduled via cron jobs or task schedulers for automatic updates. No heavy server is needed—just a machine with internet access and email configuration (SMTP/IMAP). Ideal for users who prefer email over dedicated feed readers and want full control over their feed data.

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:
  rss2email:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: rss2email
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Fetch RSS/Atom feed updates
Send entries to multiple email recipients
Customizable HTML/plain text email templates
Schedule automatic runs via cron/task scheduler
Support for feed filtering and deduplication

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is RSS2EMail hard to install?

Installation is straightforward if you’re comfortable with command lines. It requires Python 3.6+, then you can install it via pip (pip install rss2email) or from the GitHub source. Configuration involves editing a text file to add feeds, email settings (SMTP server), and recipients—no complex server setup needed.

? Is it a good alternative to Feedly?

It’s a niche alternative: Feedly offers a GUI and collaborative features, but RSS2EMail focuses on sending feed updates directly to your email. It’s perfect if you prefer email over a web interface and want full control over your data (no cloud dependency).

? Is it completely free?

Yes! RSS2EMail is open-source software released under the GNU General Public License (GPLv2). There are no costs to use it, modify the code, or distribute it—you only need to cover your own email service (if any).

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Feed Readers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (no third-party data collection)
⊕ Lightweight and resource-efficient
⊕ No subscription fees or SaaS lock-in
⊕ Works with any email provider (SMTP support)
⊕ Cross-platform compatibility

Cons

⊖ Command-line only (no graphical interface)
⊖ Requires manual configuration (text files)
⊖ Limited advanced features like feed categorization
⊖ Dependent on email deliverability (needs working SMTP setup)