Linux Softwares to Media Transcoding

Discover Linux Softwares to Media Transcoding.

Converts media files on-the-fly to a format and bitrate compatible with the playback device and current network conditions, ensuring smooth streaming.

Best Linux Softwares to Media Transcoding

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Jellyfin

Jellyfin

Open Source

Jellyfin is a free and open-source media server that allows you to manage and stream your personal media library (movies, TV shows, music, photos) to any device in your home or remotely. It provides a powerful and flexible platform for accessing your content.

Completely free and open source with no hidden costs.
Ad-free
... Audio & Music Video & Movies
LibreELEC

LibreELEC

Open Source

LibreELEC is a minimalist, embedded operating system built specifically for running Kodi, the popular open-source media center software. It's designed to be lightweight, fast, and incredibly easy to install and manage, transforming any compatible device into a dedicated media hub.

Extremely fast boot times
Music Player
Audio & Music Video & Movies
Pith

Pith

Open Source

Pith is a versatile media server designed to be the central hub for your digital content. It seamlessly connects your local storage, media devices, and mobile devices, allowing you to control playback and stream content across your home network using DLNA and AirPlay protocols.

Decentralized and private media management
Support for DLNA
Video & Movies
MediaTomb

MediaTomb

Open Source

MediaTomb is a free, open-source UPnP MediaServer designed to share digital media content (video, audio, images) across a home network to compatible devices like smart TVs, game consoles, and other UPnP/DLNA clients.

Highly configurable and flexible.
Media Streaming
Video & Movies
Serviio

Serviio

Freemium

Serviio is a robust freeware media server application empowering users to seamlessly stream their digital media collection across their home network. It supports a wide range of devices including DLNA-compliant TVs, game consoles like PlayStation and Xbox, and mobile devices, making accessing your music, movies, and photos easy and convenient.

Wide compatibility with DLNA devices
Media Streaming
Audio & Music Games News & Books Photos & Graphics Video & Movies
PS3 Media Server

PS3 Media Server

Open Source

PS3 Media Server is a discontinued, yet highly functional, UPnP/DLNA media server designed initially for the PlayStation 3 but compatible with a wide range of rendering devices. It allows users to stream and transcode various media formats from their computer to network-connected devices.

Powerful real-time transcoding for wide format compatibility.
Support for DLNA
Games OS & Utilities Video & Movies
MythTV

MythTV

Open Source

MythTV is a free and open-source digital video recorder (DVR) software designed to transform a Linux-based computer into a complete home media center. It allows users to watch, record, and play live television, manage their video library, listen to music, and more.

Free and open source
Play local content
Video & Movies
Emby

Emby

Freemium

Emby is a powerful, open-source media server that revolutionizes how you access and enjoy your personal media collection. It organizes your movies, TV shows, music, and photos into a visually stunning and easily navigable interface, streaming them seamlessly to practically any device, anywhere.

Excellent media organization and metadata fetching.
Asset Pipeline
Video & Movies
Universal Media Server

Universal Media Server (UMS) is a free UPnP and DLNA media server that allows you to stream your media files to various devices on your network. It's a powerful tool for accessing your movies, music, and pictures on smart TVs, game consoles, and other DLNA-compatible devices without needing to copy files.

Excellent device compatibility via DLNA/UPnP.
DNLA Server
Games OS & Utilities Video & Movies
Plex

Plex

Freemium

Plex is a comprehensive media server software that organizes your personal media libraries (movies, TV shows, music, photos) and streams them to virtually any device. It combines a powerful server backend with user-friendly client applications, making it easy to access your entertainment wherever you are, both online and offline.

Centralized and organized media library with rich metadata.
Media Streaming
Video & Movies