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WLED runs an ESP32 web server for controlling NeoPixel and other addressable LED lights.
About WLED
WLED is an ESP32 web server for controlling addressable LEDs, including WS2812B, WS2811, SK6812, WS2801, APA102 and RGBW strips, as well as HUB75 video wall panels. It provides color, effect and segment controls and network-based configuration through a web UI. It supports up to 3 LED outputs per ESP8266 instance and up to 10 per ESP32 instance, with presets, timers and multiple control interfaces. It is not recommended for people sensitive to photosensitive epilepsy.
Key features
- Segments set different effects and colors on parts of LEDs
- Up to 250 user presets to save and load colors and effects
- Nightlight function that gradually dims lights down
- Control via JSON and HTTP APIs, MQTT and UDP realtime
- Sync color across multiple WLED devices over UDP
- Simple timers and schedules using NTP with timezones and DST
Best for: People with compatible ESP32 or ESP8266 hardware who want network control of addressable LEDs.
Good for
- Supports several LED types including RGBW strips and HUB75 panels
- Offers control through mobile apps, APIs, MQTT, Alexa and infrared remotes
- Includes automatic failsafe access point and HTTP over-the-air updates
Watch out for
- Not recommended for people sensitive to photosensitive epilepsy
- Infrared remote use requires a receiver
- Limited to 3 LED outputs on ESP8266 and 10 on ESP32
WLED at a glance
- Website
- kno.wled.ge
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Desktop Customization
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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