Yarr

Self-Hosted

Self-hosted RSS/Atom feed reader with a clean, responsive interface

Overview

Yarr (Yet Another RSS Reader) is a lightweight, self-hosted feed aggregator built with Go and React. It supports RSS/Atom feeds, organizes content into folders, and offers a responsive web UI for desktop and mobile use. Deployment is simple via Docker (single command), pre-built binaries, or source code. Key features include mark-as-read sync (via self-hosted access), OPML import/export, dark mode, and search. It prioritizes privacy by storing all feed data locally, making it ideal for users wanting control over their news consumption without third-party cloud reliance.

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

Key Features

Supports RSS/Atom feed formats
Organize feeds into custom folders
OPML import/export for feed migration
Responsive web UI with dark mode
Docker & binary deployment options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Yarr hard to install?

No—Yarr can be deployed in minutes using Docker (a single command), binary releases for direct execution, or by building from source. It has minimal dependencies, making setup accessible even for beginners with basic server knowledge.

? Is it a good alternative to Feedly?

Yes—Yarr offers core feed reading features like Feedly (folder organization, mark-as-read, search) but with full data privacy (no cloud sync unless you self-host with a reverse proxy). It lacks Feedly’s AI recommendations but is perfect for users prioritizing control over their data.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Yarr is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s completely free to use, modify, and self-host with no hidden costs or subscription fees.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Feed Readers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (local data storage)
⊕ Lightweight and fast performance
⊕ Easy deployment via Docker or binaries
⊕ No subscription fees

Cons

⊖ No native mobile app (uses web interface)
⊖ Lacks advanced features like AI recommendations
⊖ Requires self-hosting knowledge for remote access