Komga

Media server for comics/mangas/BDs with API and OPDS support, a modern web interface for exploring your libraries, as well as a web reader.

GitHub stars
6,737
License
MIT
Latest release
1.29.0
12 October 2026
Last commit
13 October 2026
Runs on
Java, Docker

Commits per month, last 12 months

513 commits

Replaces

Paid products Komga can stand in for.

How to self-host Komga

Komga runs on Java and Docker. 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 Komga free?

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

Can I self-host Komga?

Yes. Komga runs on Java and Docker. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

What does Komga replace?

People use Komga instead of Comixology or Amazon Kindle.

Is Komga still maintained?

The last change to Komga's code was on 13 October 2026, with 513 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Document Management - E-books

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