Tips, updates, and guides from the JellyWatch team.
AV1 promises 30% better compression than HEVC - but is it ready for your Jellyfin library in 2026? This guide covers which GPUs decode and encode AV1, real quality comparisons vs HEVC, client compatibility gaps, and the honest verdict: stay with H.265 for most users, use AV1 only if all clients support it.
From decoding complex transcode reasons to kicking unauthorized devices, learn how JellyWatch gives you x-ray vision into your Jellyfin media server.
Tired of jumping between 5 different web tabs to manage your server? Discover how JellyWatch unifies Jellyfin, Radarr, Sonarr, and your Torrents into one flawless Android app.
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.
A step-by-step guide to connecting JellyWatch to your Jellyfin media server. Track your watch history, get recommendations, and manage your library from anywhere.
Never lose track of what you watched. JellyWatch syncs your viewing history from every device connected to your Jellyfin server into one unified timeline.
Protect your Jellyfin server from unauthorized access. Learn about reverse proxies, SSL certificates, firewalls, and authentication best practices.
New to self-hosting? This guide covers everything from hardware selection to software installation for your first home media server.
Real-time insights into your Jellyfin server. Track active streams, CPU usage, storage space, and more from your pocket.
