Jellyfin Notifications Setup: Ntfy, Gotify, Apprise, and Webhooks (2026)
Get notified when new media is added, users start streaming, or your server needs attention. This guide covers every self-hosted notification method for Jellyfin in 2026.
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Jellyfin Anime Setup 2026: AniList Sync, Shoko Server, and Best Metadata Plugins
Build the ultimate anime library on Jellyfin. This guide covers Shoko Server integration (hash-based identification, 99% accuracy), AniList and MAL sync with jellyfin-ani-sync, the AnimeMultiSource metadata plugin, handling absolute numbering and OVAs, and the best file naming strategies for anime.
What's New in Jellyfin 10.10 and 10.11: Every Major Feature and How to Upgrade Safely (2026)
Jellyfin 10.10 introduced Media Segments and faster Trickplay. Jellyfin 10.11 brought EF Core migration, built-in backups, and FFmpeg 7.1. This guide covers every major change and how to upgrade without losing data.
Jellyfin Collections and Smart Playlists: Organize Your Library Like Netflix (2026)
Learn how to create collections, smart playlists, and curated rows in Jellyfin to transform your library into a polished streaming experience your users will love.
Jellyfin for Audiobooks and Podcasts: Complete Setup Guide (2026)
Turn your Jellyfin server into a self-hosted audiobook and podcast platform. Learn how to organize, tag, and stream audiobooks with chapter support and mobile playback.
The Ultimate JellyWatch Watch Pass Guide
JellyWatch Watch Pass simplifies sharing your Jellyfin/Emby server with a native interface, content requests, and built-in support for a seamless, professional streaming experience.
Mastering Jellyfin Transcoding: The 2026 Hardware Selection Guide
CPU vs GPU? Intel vs NVIDIA? AV1 vs HEVC? Learn how to configure the perfect transcoding setup for smooth 4K HDR playback anywhere.
Jellyfin Docker Compose 2026: Complete Setup with GPU Passthrough (Intel QSV & NVIDIA)
Deploy a complete Jellyfin Docker Compose stack with hardware transcoding in 2026. Copy-paste configurations for Intel QSV and NVIDIA NVENC GPU passthrough, Caddy reverse proxy with automatic SSL, Radarr, Sonarr, and Jellyseerr - from zero to streaming in under 10 minutes.
Jellyfin on Raspberry Pi 5 in 2026: What It Can (and Cannot) Do - Complete Setup Guide
The Raspberry Pi 5 is a capable Jellyfin server for under $100 - but only for Direct Play. This guide covers OS installation, Docker or native setup, media mounting, performance optimization, realistic stream limits, and when to upgrade to an Intel N100 instead.
