selfoss
selfoss reads RSS feeds and combines multiple sources in a self-hosted web reader.
About selfoss
selfoss is a web-based RSS reader that collects posts, tweets and feeds from multiple sources into one place. It is described as self-hosted, so it runs on a server you manage. The homepage describes it as open source and free, although the directory record lists open source as false.
The homepage says installation involves uploading the files and running the application. It is a lightweight PHP application of around 25 MB and supports MySQL, PostgreSQL and SQLite databases. Feeds can be imported from other apps using OPML, and the application has a RESTful JSON API for developers.
Key features
- Streams posts, tweets and feeds from multiple sources into one place
- Adaptive layout for mobile use on Android, iOS and iPad
- Supports MySQL, PostgreSQL and SQLite databases
- Open plug-in system for writing custom data connectors
- Imports feeds from other apps using OPML files
- RESTful JSON API for developers
Best for: People who want to host their own web-based RSS reader and combine feeds from several sources.
Good for
- The homepage describes the application as open source and free.
- It is a lightweight PHP application of around 25 MB.
- It supports three common database systems.
Watch out for
- It is described as self-hosted, so users must run and maintain their own server.
- The homepage lists a third-party app for Android rather than an official one.
selfoss at a glance
- Website
- selfoss.aditu.de
- Category
- Productivity › RSS Readers
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Good for
- Developers
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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selfoss FAQ
Can I import feeds from another RSS reader?
Yes. The homepage says feeds can be imported from other apps using OPML.
Which databases does selfoss support?
The homepage lists MySQL, PostgreSQL and SQLite.
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