# PinePods

PinePods is a self-hosted, Rust-based podcast management system that keeps subscriptions, listening history, queues, and downloads in a central database, letting multiple users sync their libraries and settings across. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Unraid and Docker Hub.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/1024/pinepods

## Description

PinePods is a self-hosted, Rust-based podcast management system that keeps subscriptions, listening history, queues, and downloads in a central database, letting multiple users sync their libraries and settings across any device.

## Platform availability

Available on 4 of 9 platforms: Unraid, Mac, Windows, Linux.

## Desktop and other devices

Mac, Windows, Linux.

## Health score

79/100 (Good), based on 3 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 98 (last commit 45 days ago)
- Popular: 60 (1,008 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 65 (4 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)

## Links

- desktop: https://github.com/madeofpendletonwool/PinePods/releases/latest
- Official website: https://www.pinepods.online
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/pinepods-0mu66cc0kjlms8?q=PinePods
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/madeofpendletonwool/pinepods
- GitHub: https://github.com/madeofpendletonwool/PinePods
- Documentation: https://www.pinepods.online/docs/intro

## Common questions

### Can PinePods sync with external podcast apps such as Antennapod?

Yes. It can sync through a Nextcloud server or a gpodder-compatible sync server, allowing external apps like Antennapod to be used.

### Which database engines can PinePods use to store user settings and podcast data?

PinePods stores user settings, podcasts, and episodes in a MySQL or Postgres database.

### Can one PinePods server be shared by multiple users?

Yes. PinePods provides simple user management and can be used by multiple users at once through a browser or app.

### Can YouTube channels be subscribed to as podcasts in PinePods?

Yes. You can subscribe to YouTube channels and get audio-only downloads as podcasts.

### Is PinePods dockerized for self-hosting?

Yes, the documentation describes PinePods as fully dockerized and provides a simple installation guide.

## Alternatives

- AntennaPod: A free and open source podcastmanager for Android, allowing you to subscribe to podcasts (via iTunes database & OPML), automatically do…
- Anytime Podcast Player: Anytime Podcast Player is a free and open-source podcast player that's designed to be simple and easy to use.
- Apple Podcasts: Stream a wide range of shows from top names and independents, access premium content, and discover new podcasts through curated recommendat…
- Musify: Unlock the full potential of music: Stream effortlessly with one app!.
- Overcast: Streamline your podcast listening with intuitive controls, Smart Speed, and Voice Boost.
- Pocket Casts: Powerful podcast player offering streaming, downloading, episode search, 'Up Next' syncing, and improved discovery with curated recommendat…
- Podcast Addict: Podcast player for Android that offers customizable playback settings, advanced search for episodes, automatic downloads, custom playlists,…
- gPodder: gPodder is a free, open-source podcast client and media aggregator written in Python with a GTK+ graphical interface.

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