Tips, updates, and guides from the JellyWatch team.
Protect your Jellyfin server with two-factor authentication. This guide covers the official TOTP 2FA plugin from the Jellyfin catalog, SSO-based 2FA with Authelia and Authentik, and step-by-step setup instructions for securing every user account on your server.
A complete guide to installing Emby Server in 2026 Docker Compose setup, hardware transcoding with Intel QSV and NVIDIA NVENC, Caddy reverse proxy, library configuration, and Emby Premiere activation. Everything you need to go from zero to streaming.
Everything you need to install Jellyfin in 2026 Docker Compose with hardware transcoding, reverse proxy with Caddy, library setup, and first-run configuration. The fastest path from zero to a fully working self-hosted media server.
Which is the best Jellyfin client for Apple TV in 2026 - Infuse Pro or the free Swiftfin? This guide compares both on codec support, Dolby Vision, HDR, audio limitations, pricing, and daily usability. Includes step-by-step setup for each and the honest verdict on when to use which.
Remux or encode? This is the most-debated storage question in every Jellyfin community. This guide breaks down the differences in quality, file size, Direct Play compatibility, Dolby Vision handling, and storage cost - with a clear recommendation for every type of setup.
How much CPU, RAM, and storage does a Jellyfin server actually need in 2026? This guide covers minimum and recommended specs for every use case - from a single-user home setup to a multi-user 4K server - with real-world transcoding benchmarks.
Connect Jellyfin to Home Assistant for powerful smart home automations. Control playback, trigger scenes when a movie starts, display now-playing info on your dashboard, and automate your home theater setup.
Set up Jellyfin on your Android TV or Google TV device for the best living room experience. Covers app installation, Direct Play optimization, remote control setup, Nvidia Shield, Fire TV, and Chromecast.
Get perfect 4K HDR and Dolby Vision playback on Jellyfin. This guide covers HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision profiles, tone mapping configuration, hardware requirements, and which clients support what.
