> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/jellyfin/jellyfin/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Jellyfin Server Documentation

> The Free Software Media System - Build your own media server with complete control

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  <p className="text-xl text-[#d1d7e0] mb-8">The Free Software Media System - Complete control over your media</p>

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    <a href="/quickstart" className="inline-block bg-[#0082af] text-white px-8 py-3 rounded-[20px] font-semibold hover:opacity-90 transition-opacity">Get Started</a>
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## What is Jellyfin?

Jellyfin is a free and open-source media system that puts you in control of managing and streaming your media. It's an alternative to proprietary solutions like Emby and Plex, providing media from a dedicated server to end-user devices via multiple apps.

**Key Benefits:**

* No premium licenses or paid features
* Full cross-platform support on .NET
* Complete control over your data
* Active community-driven development
* Plugin system for extensibility

## Features

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  <Card title="Media Streaming" icon="play" href="/concepts/media-libraries">
    Stream your movies, TV shows, music, and photos to any device with hardware-accelerated transcoding
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  <Card title="RESTful API" icon="code" href="/development/api-overview">
    Comprehensive REST API for building custom clients and integrations
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  <Card title="Multi-User Support" icon="users" href="/concepts/users-authentication">
    Create multiple user accounts with individual libraries, preferences, and parental controls
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  <Card title="Live TV & DVR" icon="tv" href="/api/livetv/channels">
    Watch and record live TV with EPG support and scheduling
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  <Card title="Plugin System" icon="puzzle-piece" href="/concepts/plugins">
    Extend functionality with community-developed plugins
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  <Card title="Hardware Acceleration" icon="microchip" href="/setup/hardware-acceleration">
    Support for Intel QSV, NVIDIA NVENC, AMD AMF, and VA-API
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## Quick Links

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  <Card title="Installation" icon="download" href="/installation">
    Install Jellyfin on your platform
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  <Card title="Configuration" icon="gear" href="/setup/configuration">
    Configure your server
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  <Card title="Building from Source" icon="hammer" href="/development/building-from-source">
    Build and develop Jellyfin
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## API Overview

Jellyfin provides a comprehensive REST API for all server functionality:

* **Authentication** - API key and user-based authentication
* **Media Management** - Library scanning, metadata, and organization
* **Playback** - Streaming with transcoding and subtitle support
* **User Management** - Multi-user support with preferences
* **System** - Server configuration and monitoring
* **Live TV** - Channel management and recording

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  View the complete API reference with endpoints, parameters, and examples
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