TubeSync

Self-Hosted

Open-source YouTube channel and playlist sync tool

Overview

TubeSync is an open-source media management tool that syncs YouTube channels, playlists, and videos to local storage for offline access or media server integration. It automatically downloads new content from subscribed sources, converts files to preferred formats (MP4, MKV), and tags them with metadata (titles, thumbnails, descriptions). Deployable via Docker for simplified setup, it features a web UI to manage sync jobs, set quality preferences, and monitor progress. It integrates seamlessly with Plex/Jellyfin, making it ideal for self-hosted media libraries.

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

Key Features

Sync YouTube channels/playlists to local storage
Auto-convert media formats & apply metadata tags
Docker deployment with web UI for management

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is TubeSync hard to install?

TubeSync is easiest to install via Docker using pre-built images. A simple Docker Compose file is provided, requiring minimal config (storage paths, API keys). Familiarity with Docker helps, but basic setup is straightforward for most self-hosters.

? Is it a good alternative to YouTube Premium?

Yes— TubeSync lets you store YouTube content permanently on your server (unlike Premium’s temporary downloads) and integrates with media servers. It’s free and avoids cloud dependency, making it better for self-hosted libraries.

? Is TubeSync completely free?

TubeSync is 100% free and open-source (GPLv3 license). No paid tiers exist, but you need a free YouTube Data API key to access content (subject to Google’s rate limits).

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Media Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (no third-party cloud storage)
⊕ Seamless integration with Plex/Jellyfin
⊕ Customizable download quality & schedules

Cons

⊖ Requires Docker knowledge for easy setup
⊖ Depends on YouTube API (rate limits may apply)
⊖ No support for non-YouTube video platforms