5 self-hosted Netflix alternatives

Netflix is a commercial subscription streaming service offering films and television series on demand. It is referenced as a comparison for personal media streaming. These open-source apps let you replace Netflix with software you host and control yourself.

Best self-hosted Netflix alternatives

Streama

Media Servers

Self-hosted streaming media server with a clean web interface

Replaces Netflix, Plex

★ 9.8k Medium setup MIT

Emby

Media Servers

Personal media server for your movies and shows

Replaces Plex, Netflix

★ 4.9k Easy setup Proprietary

Ombi

Media Servers

Media request tool on Plex/Emby/Jellyfin

Replaces Netflix, Plex

★ 4.1k Easy setup GPL-2.0

Plex

Media Servers

Polished media server with apps on every device

Replaces Netflix, Emby

★ 4k Easy setup Proprietary

Kyoo

Media Servers

Open-source media browser for movies and TV shows

Replaces Plex, Netflix

★ 2.5k Medium setup GPL-3.0

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Switching from Netflix

Moving off Netflix means trading a managed subscription for a service you run yourself. The payoff is ownership: no per-seat pricing, no vendor lock-in, and full control of your data. Start with the option above that matches your setup-difficulty comfort level — every app links to a detailed specs page and head-to-head comparisons.