mpd
Daemon to remotely play music, stream music, handle and organize playlists. Many clients available.
- GitHub stars
- 2,789
- License
- GPL-2.0
- Last commit
- 12 October 2026
- Runs on
- C++
Commits per month, last 12 months
790 commits
How to self-host mpd
mpd runs on C++. 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.
- Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
- Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
- Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
- Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.
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Questions
Is mpd free?
Yes. mpd is open source under the GPL-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 mpd?
Yes. mpd runs on C++. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.
Is mpd still maintained?
The last change to mpd's code was on 12 October 2026, with 790 commits in the last 12 months.
Topics
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