zymo.tv - A powerful, self-hosted media server that rivals Emby and Plex

A powerful, self-hosted media server that rivals Emby and Plex. Stream your movies, TV shows, music, podcasts, and books from anywhere. Host it yourself for complete control, or get started instantly at https://zymo.tv.

Self hosted or signup at https://zymo.tv

Why Choose zymo.tv?

🏠 Self-Hosted Freedom: Complete control over your media library and data privacy ☁️ Cloud Option: Don't want to self-host? Sign up at https://zymo.tv for instant access 🎬 Universal Media Support: Movies, TV shows, music, podcasts, audiobooks, and more 📱 Cross-Platform: Access your content from any device, anywhere 🚀 Modern Architecture: Built with cutting-edge web technologies for speed and reliability

Features

Media Management

• Movies & TV Shows: Organize and stream your video collection with rich metadata
• Music Library: Full-featured music player with playlist support
• Podcasts: Subscribe to and manage your favorite podcasts
• Books & Audiobooks: Digital library management and reading/listening experience
• Live TV: Stream live television content
• Torrent Integration: Built-in torrent client for content acquisition

Technical Features

• PrimateJS Framework: Modern, fast web framework
• Real-time Streaming: WebSocket-based live streaming capabilities
• SurrealDB Backend: High-performance, modern database
• User Authentication: Secure user management and access control
• Responsive Design: Optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile
• SEO Optimized: Built-in blog and SEO features
• Email Integration: Mailgun email support
• SMS Notifications: Twilio SMS integration
• Payment Processing: Stripe integration for subscriptions
• Affiliate Program: Built-in referral system
• Discord Integration: Community features and notifications (Join our Discord)

Advanced Features

• Media Transcoding: Automatic format conversion for compatibility
• Remote Access: Secure access to your media from anywhere
• User Profiles: Multiple user accounts with personalized libraries
• Parental Controls: Content filtering and access restrictions
• Offline Sync: Download content for offline viewing
• Subtitle Support: Multiple subtitle formats and languages
• Chapter Support: Navigate through content with chapter markers

Getting Started

Cloud Hosting (Easiest)

Simply visit https://zymo.tv and create your account. No setup required!

Self-Hosting

Prerequisites

• Node.js 18+ and npm
• SurrealDB 1.5.5+
• FFmpeg (for media transcoding)
• Redis (optional, for caching)

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/zymo-tv/zymo-web.git
   cd zymo-web

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Configure environment:

   cp .env.local.sample .env.local
   # Edit .env.local with your configuration

4. Install and start SurrealDB:

   curl -sSf https://install.surrealdb.com | sh
   surreal upgrade --version 1.5.5
   npm run db:start

5. Run database migrations:

   chmod 755 ./migrations/*.sh
   for f in ./migrations/*.sh; do ./$f; done
   node ./migrations/scripts/migrate.js up

6. Install FFmpeg (for media processing):

   ./bin/install-ffmpeg.sh

7. Start the server:

   npm run dev

   Access your zymo.tv instance at http://localhost:3000

Configuration

Media Libraries

Configure your media directories in the dashboard:

• Movies: /path/to/movies
• TV Shows: /path/to/tv
• Music: /path/to/music
• Podcasts: Managed through RSS feeds
• Books: /path/to/books

Remote Access

For remote access, configure your router's port forwarding or use a reverse proxy like nginx.

Transcoding

zymo.tv automatically transcodes media for optimal streaming. Configure transcoding settings in the admin panel based on your server's capabilities.

Comparison with Competitors

Feature	zymo.tv	Plex	Emby
Self-Hosted	✅	✅	✅
Cloud Option	✅	❌	❌
Open Source	✅	❌	❌
Modern UI	✅	✅	✅
Live TV	✅	✅	✅
Podcasts	✅	❌	❌
Books/Audiobooks	✅	❌	❌
Torrent Integration	✅	❌	❌
No License Fees	✅	❌	❌

Contributing

We welcome contributions! Please see CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines.

• Fork the repository and create a feature branch
• Follow our coding standards and conventions
• Submit a pull request with a clear description of changes
• Join our Discord community for discussions: https://discord.gg/nxHgWJzTVy

Support

• Documentation: Visit our wiki for detailed guides
• Community: Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/nxHgWJzTVy
• Issues: Report bugs on GitHub
• Commercial Support: Available for enterprise deployments

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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Ready to take control of your media?

• 🏠 Self-host: Clone this repo and follow the installation guide
• ☁️ Cloud: Sign up instantly at https://zymo.tv