# Homebridge

Homebridge is an open-source bridge that makes smart-home devices work with Apple HomeKit. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub, Proxmox, Kubernetes (Helm), ZimaOS, Umbrel and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/90/homebridge

## Description

Homebridge is an open-source bridge that makes smart-home devices work with Apple HomeKit. It uses a large plugin ecosystem to add accessories that do not natively support HomeKit, for users who want local, extensible HomeKit support.

## Platform availability

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

## Health score

25/100 (Low), based on 2 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 0 (GitHub repository no longer exists)
- Easy to install: 75 (5 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)

## Links

- GitHub: https://github.com/homebridge/homebridge
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/homebridge/homebridge
- Proxmox: https://community-scripts.github.io/ProxmoxVE/scripts?id=homebridge
- Kubernetes (Helm): https://artifacthub.io/packages/helm/geek-cookbook/homebridge
- ZimaOS: https://github.com/IceWhaleTech/CasaOS-AppStore/tree/main/Apps/Homebridge
- Umbrel: https://apps.umbrel.com/app/homebridge
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/homebridge-0b843g30e9cyaf?q=homebridge
- Official website: https://homebridge.io

## Common questions

### Why are Homebridge accessories not visible in HomeKit after a Docker setup?

Start the container after setup with docker start homebridge. If the container is not running, Homebridge is not online and HomeKit will not see the accessories.

### How can I make Homebridge start automatically after reboot on macOS?

Use the hb-service install command shown for your platform, such as sudo hb-service install on macOS. This makes Homebridge and its UI run in the background and start on boot.

### Where is Homebridge's data directory on common self-hosted installations?

Linux service installations normally use /var/lib/homebridge, native macOS installations normally use ~/.homebridge under the service user's account, and Docker uses the host directory mounted at /homebridge. Check the installation guide or service configuration if you use a custom location.

### What kinds of problems should I expect when troubleshooting Homebridge?

Troubleshooting common Homebridge issues can involve connectivity problems, plugin errors, and configuration mishaps.

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