Ampache
Ampache streams and manages music and video collections through a web interface, with access from internet-enabled devices.
About Ampache
Ampache is a web based audio and video streaming application and file manager. It lets you store your music and video collection in one catalog on a server and access it from anywhere using an internet-enabled device. The project is free and open source under the AGPLv3 license.
You can browse and manage your collection through a web interface and synchronize local and remote catalogs. You can stream music to your preferred player, control playback with Localplay, or listen directly in the browser with an HTML5 player. The same catalog can be used over its native API, Subsonic and OpenSubsonic, a Jellyfin-compatible backend, DAAP, and UPnP/DLNA, so different client apps can connect to one server. The catalog also holds videos, scheduled podcasts, and live radio streams, with collections, moods, BPM tags, and smart playlists for organization.
It suits people who keep their own media files and want web and multi-device access to them, including on phones, tablets, and televisions.
Key features
- Browse and manage music collection through web interface
- Stream music to preferred player or HTML5 player
- Access music and videos from internet-enabled devices
- Serve same catalog via Subsonic, DAAP, UPnP/DLNA
- Manage video, scheduled podcasts and live radio together
Best for: People who want to host and stream their own music and video collection to multiple devices.
Good for
- Free and open source under AGPLv3 license
- Works with many client apps and protocols
- Handles music, video, podcasts and radio in one catalog
Ampache at a glance
- Website
- ampache.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Media Players & Servers
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Ampache FAQ
What is Ampache?
Ampache is a web based audio and video streaming application and file manager for accessing your music and videos from internet-enabled devices.
How do I play music with Ampache?
You can stream to your preferred player, control it with Localplay, or listen directly in the web page with the HTML5 player.
Is Ampache free and open source?
Yes, it is completely free and open source under the AGPLv3 license.
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