Name: Mediarium
Availability: InStock
Author: rdborg

GitHub Website

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Updated8 hours ago

LanguageGo

Setup difficultyModerate

MobileResponsive

ThemeDark mode

Stars: 271
Ports: 8264 (Web UI), 58264 (Torrent client (TCP/UDP))

Docker

ghcr.io/rdborg/mediarium

Install with Docker Compose

Dashboard with media cards and server status

Discover page with rows of popular and new movies

Activity page showing downloads in progress and queue

What is Mediarium?

Mediarium combines multiple media management tools into one Docker container. It manages movies, TV shows (including anime and daily shows), music, ebooks and audiobooks with built-in Usenet and torrent downloaders, a WireGuard VPN for torrents, configurable quality tiers with upgrade paths, subtitle fetching from OpenSubtitles and SubDL, family accounts with granular permissions and request workflows, and integration with Plex, Jellyfin, Emby, Silo, Audiobookshelf and Kavita. It imports settings and libraries from existing *arr apps without moving files. The web UI includes a built-in ebook reader and audiobook player that sync progress across devices, a discover section with recommendations, a calendar of upcoming releases, and Prometheus metrics. It runs on any 64-bit Linux system including Synology, Unraid, QNAP, TrueNAS SCALE, Raspberry Pi, and Docker Desktop on Windows/Mac. Licensed under AGPL-3.0 with no paid tiers or ads.

Should you self-host Mediarium?

Mediarium scores 52/100 on selfhost.directory (how scoring works) and ranks #60 of 142 in Media Management. It has 271 GitHub stars.

It shipped 10 stable releases in the past year. The latest, v3.8.0, came out on 27 October 2026. New versions land roughly every 1 days.

Setup is moderate: expect some configuration beyond a single command. An official Docker image is available. It is AGPL-3.0-licensed and written mostly in Go.

Its closest alternative on selfhost.directory is SoulSync (67/100, 2 321 stars). It scores higher overall, so compare the two before you pick. See Mediarium vs SoulSync side by side.

Features

Built-in ebook reader and audiobook player
Built-in torrent client
Built-in Usenet downloader
Cloud Backups
Family accounts with permissions
Import from other apps
Import lists
IRC announce
Media Server Integration
Notifications
OPDS and Kobo sync
Quality profiles with upgrades
Request portal
Subtitle fetching
WireGuard VPN for torrents

FAQ

Which languages does it speak?

UI in English, Spanish, German, French, Brazilian Portuguese, European Portuguese. Titles/posters in ~30 languages. Server messages in English only.

Can I put it behind a reverse proxy, or under a sub-path?

Yes. Put behind HTTPS, never open port 8264 directly. Can run under sub-path like /mediarium with one setting. Can take sign-in from Authelia or Authentik.

What data does it send anywhere?

Nothing by default. Only contacts services you configure, TMDB for metadata, GitHub for updates (can disable). Optional anonymous daily ping (random ID, version, rough device sizes) if admin consents; totals public at mediarium.app/stats.

How do updates and backups work?

Checks GitHub daily for new versions. Update by pulling new image or Update now button for signed releases. Nightly backup of settings/database; download anytime or send to S3/WebDAV. Media files never included.

How does the VPN work?

Built-in WireGuard client for torrents only. Paste .conf from provider. If VPN stops, torrents wait; optional kill switch blocks them without VPN. No extra container permissions needed.

Does it do subtitles?

Yes, once enabled. Searches OpenSubtitles and SubDL in chosen languages, plus add-ons. Prefers exact-file match and can shift out-of-sync subtitles.

What about music, ebooks and audiobooks?

They work end-to-end once enabled under Media types. Ebooks open in built-in reader, audiobooks in player with progress sync. Music has playlists and synced lyrics. OPDS catalogue and Kobo sync available.

Is there a mobile app?

No separate app. The web UI works on phones and can be added to home screen. Mediarium Books installs as its own PWA. Notifications reach phone from browser. Radarr/Sonarr phone apps (nzb360, LunaSea, Ruddarr) can connect.

Can several people use it?

Yes. Everyone gets their own account with granular permissions: add titles or send requests, pick releases, search, retry, get subtitles, play, and choose media types. Viewer role for read-only. Request limits per day/week and read-only API keys for dashboards.

How much memory and disk space does it need?

Image is ~20 MB; no published minimum. Runs on Raspberry Pi (unpacking slow). Keep settings and media on proper disk, not SD card. Optional Cloudflare helper in -full image takes ~250 MB RAM.

What does it run on?

Anything that runs Docker on 64-bit Linux (Intel/AMD or ARM): regular server, Synology, QNAP, Unraid, TrueNAS SCALE, CasaOS/ZimaOS, OpenMediaVault, Portainer, Raspberry Pi 3/4/5 with 64-bit OS. Windows/Mac via Docker Desktop for testing.

Can I keep my existing library, or move from Radarr and Sonarr?

Yes. Point Mediarium at your folders and it adds what's there without moving files. Settings > System > Move from other apps reads setup from Radarr, Sonarr, Prowlarr, SABnzbd and more.

Does it work with Plex, Jellyfin, Emby, Silo and Kodi?

Plex, Jellyfin, Emby and Silo are told to scan when a download is ready; every title gets a Watch button. Books go to Audiobookshelf and Kavita. Kodi reads NFO and artwork files.

Which Usenet providers and indexers work?

Any Usenet provider with a normal server address and login, and any indexer offering a Newznab API. Torrent sites work via community list or Torznab (Prowlarr, Jackett).