Fan Control displays sensor readings and controls fans using configurable behaviors, with configuration saving and multiple platforms listed.
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CoolerControl monitors and controls fans and pumps on Linux, with alerts and configuration documentation.
About CoolerControl
CoolerControl monitors and controls fans and pumps on Linux, with monitoring and alerts. New installations check that hardware is detected and can use an Auto-Create wizard to build a working setup.
The daemon runs headless by default and serves its own Web UI, with remote access, TLS, reverse proxies and multiple hosts. For integration it lists REST and gRPC APIs, Prometheus metrics, plugins and a cctv CLI for shell scripting. Hardware support varies, and troubleshooting covers undetected fans, kernel modules, GPU quirks and laptop support.
Key features
- Fan and pump control with monitoring and alerts on Linux
- Auto-Create wizard builds working setup after hardware check
- Headless daemon serving its own Web UI
- Remote access with TLS, reverse proxies and multiple hosts
- REST and gRPC APIs with Prometheus metrics
- cctv CLI for shell scripting and plugins support
Best for: Linux users who need fan and pump monitoring and control, including those running headless servers.
Good for
- Headless daemon with built-in Web UI and remote access options
- Automation options through REST, gRPC, Prometheus metrics and CLI
- Guided setup with hardware detection check and Auto-Create wizard
Watch out for
- Hardware must be detected to work, with troubleshooting for undetected fans, kernel modules, GPU quirks and laptop support
CoolerControl at a glance
- Website
- docs.coolercontrol.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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CoolerControl FAQ
How do I get started as a new user?
Install for your distribution, check that your hardware is detected, and use the Auto-Create wizard to build a working setup.
Can I run CoolerControl on a headless server?
Yes. The daemon is headless by default and serves its own Web UI, with documentation for remote access, TLS, reverse proxies and multiple hosts.
What options are available for automation and integration?
REST and gRPC APIs, Prometheus metrics, plugins, and the cctv CLI for shell scripting.
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