cmyflix

Minimalist Plex/Jellyfin alternative to stream video.

GitHub stars
195
License
AGPL-3.0
Latest release
0.27
18 December 2025
Last commit
18 December 2025
Runs on
C, Debian packages

Commits per month, last 12 months

2 commits

How to self-host cmyflix

cmyflix runs on C and Debian packages. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

  1. Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
  2. Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
  3. Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
  4. Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is cmyflix free?

Yes. cmyflix is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host cmyflix?

Yes. cmyflix runs on C and Debian packages. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

Is cmyflix still maintained?

The last change to cmyflix's code was on 18 December 2025, with 2 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Media Streaming - Multimedia Streaming

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