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MediaAlternative to Apple MusicAlternative to SubsonicAlternative to Spotify

Ampache

A web based audio/video streaming application and file manager allowing you to access your music anywhere.

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LicenseAGPL-3.0
GitHub stars3.8k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
Daap ProtocolTranscodingMediaPhpWeb Audio StreamerSubsonic Api
Overview

Why consider Ampache?

Ampache is an open-source web-based audio and video streaming application written in PHP. It supports Subsonic, Plex, and DAAP protocols, enabling music playback in browser dashboards or third-party mobile apps.

Guided learning

Learn Ampache by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Ampache

Ampache catalogs terabytes of audio files, generating dynamic smart playlists, radio channels, and user scrobbling history.

Running with Docker

bash
1docker run -d \
2 --name ampache \
3 -p 8080:80 \
4 -v $(pwd)/media:/media \
5 ampache/ampache:latest

Ampache is licensed under the GNU AGPL-3.0 license.

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Ampache FAQs

Ampache is listed as a Media tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Ampache is listed under the AGPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Ampache is listed as an alternative to Apple Music. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.