# Emby

Emby is a self-hosted media server that organizes personal video, music, photo, and live TV libraries and streams them to smart TVs, streaming boxes, and mobile devices; this LinuxServer.io package runs it as a. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub, Proxmox, ZimaOS, TrueNAS, Umbrel and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/394/emby

## Description

Emby is a self-hosted media server that organizes personal video, music, photo, and live TV libraries and streams them to smart TVs, streaming boxes, and mobile devices; this LinuxServer.io package runs it as a standalone container.

## Platform availability

Available on 5 of 9 platforms: Unraid, TrueNAS, Umbrel, ZimaOS, Proxmox.

## Health score

78/100 (Good), based on 4 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 21 days ago)
- Popular: 44 (150 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 75 (5 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)
- Light to run: 80 (1 GB minimum RAM, runs on ARM)

## Links

- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/linuxserver/emby
- Proxmox: https://community-scripts.github.io/ProxmoxVE/scripts?id=emby
- ZimaOS: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-casaos/tree/master/Apps/emby
- TrueNAS: https://apps.truenas.com/catalog/emby/
- Umbrel: https://apps.umbrel.com/app/emby
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/emby-0ixdrcm0eng90y?q=emby
- Official website: https://emby.media/
- GitHub: https://github.com/linuxserver/docker-emby

## Common questions

### How does the LinuxServer Emby container handle user mappings?

It provides easy user mappings using PGID and PUID.

### Do mobile downloads require Emby Premiere?

Yes, Emby lists mobile downloads as a bonus feature that is unlocked with Emby Premiere.

### Can Emby access the library from outside the home network?

Emby says you can enjoy your library on devices at home or securely while you are away.

### What limitations does Emby have with search?

Emby search has some limitations, especially for Chinese search. If you encounter a problem, the FAQ says to send developers specific feedback.

### Can Emby be extended with third-party tools for metadata or UI customization?

A Reddit user describing Emby says Symfonium can connect multiple providers, run multiple library versions, prevent buffering, and customize the interface.

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