Mopidy

Extensible music server. Offers a superset of the mpd API, as well as integration with 3rd party services like Spotify, SoundCloud etc.

Apache-2.0Photos & media
GitHub stars
8,595
License
Apache-2.0
Latest release
v4.0.3
6 September 2026
Last commit
10 October 2026
Runs on
Python, Debian packages

Commits per month, last 12 months

409 commits

How to self-host Mopidy

Mopidy runs on Python 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 Mopidy free?

Yes. Mopidy is open source under the Apache-2.0 license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host Mopidy?

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

Is Mopidy still maintained?

The last change to Mopidy's code was on 10 October 2026, with 409 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Media Streaming - Audio Streaming

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