- GitHub stars
- 7,917
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Latest release
- v0.35.0
10 March 2026 - Last commit
- 12 June 2026
- Runs on
- C++, Debian packages
Commits per month, last 12 months
39 commits
How to self-host Snapcast
Snapcast 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.
- 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 Snapcast free?
Yes. Snapcast is open source under the GPL-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 Snapcast?
Yes. Snapcast 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 Snapcast still maintained?
The last change to Snapcast's code was on 12 June 2026, with 39 commits in the last 12 months.
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