How to Set Up JellyWatch With Your Jellyfin Server
Getting started with JellyWatch takes less than two minutes.
Prerequisites
- A running Jellyfin server (version 10.8+)
- An Android device with JellyWatch installed
- Your Jellyfin server URL and credentials
Step 1: Install JellyWatch
Download from the Google Play Store.
Step 2: Enter Your Server Details
Open JellyWatch → tap Add Server. Enter your URL:
JellyWatchTry JellyWatch — Your Jellyfin companion, everywhere.
- Local:
http://192.168.1.100:8096 - Domain:
https://jellyfin.yourdomain.com
Tip: Always use
https://with a reverse proxy for security.
Step 3: Log In
Credentials are stored securely using Android's encrypted storage.
Step 4: Explore
JellyWatch syncs your watch history, library metadata, and playback progress automatically.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Cannot connect | Verify your server URL is accessible |
| SSL errors | Check your certificate validity |
| Slow sync | Check server bandwidth |
Two minutes is all it takes.\r\n> Download JellyWatch on Google Play and connect your Jellyfin server right now.\r\n\r\n---\r\n\r\nQuestions? Join our Discord.
Comments 2
Followed the guide step by step, took me literally 90 seconds. QuickConnect is a game changer.
Had an SSL error at first because of my self-signed cert. Enabling "Trust all certificates" fixed it. Maybe mention that more prominently?
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