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TvheadendEmby Server
Free

Free to download and run on your own server.

 Freemium

The server is free to use. Emby Premiere is a paid subscription that unlocks hardware…

Linux, Self-hosted Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Android, iOS, Web
  • Handles broadcast tuners and IPTV in one server
  • Streams live TV and records programmes
  • Client apps on phones, tablets, smart televisions and consoles
  • Live TV and DVR from a tuner card or network tuner
  • Linux only
  • Needs tuner hardware or an IPTV source to be useful
  • Closed source since 2018
  • Hardware transcoding and offline downloads need a paid subscription
Self-hosted Self-hosted, Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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