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PinePods

A self-hosted, cross-platform podcast management system with a modern Rust and Python stack.

Open source alternative to:

Apple PodcastsApple PodcastsSpotifySpotifyPocket CastsPocket CastsOvercastOvercast
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PinePods is a complete, self-hosted podcast management system that lets you play, download, and keep track of podcasts you enjoy — all on your own server. Built with a modern Rust frontend (Yew) and Python/FastAPI backend, PinePods delivers a fast and responsive experience across platforms.

Unlike proprietary podcast apps that lock you into their ecosystems, PinePods gives you full ownership of your listening data and subscriptions. It supports multiple databases (PostgreSQL, MariaDB/MySQL) and offers a clean web interface for managing your podcast library.

PinePods is a great open-source alternative to closed-source podcast clients like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, and Overcast, especially for users who value privacy, self-hosting, and control over their media consumption.

Categories:

Content PublishingPodcasting

Tags:

#podcast#self hosted#audio#cross-platform

Build with:

RustRustPythonPythonPixiJSPixiJS
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OpenAltFinder Score
70/100
Project Health (50%)
55/100
License (20%)
60/100
Self-hostable (20%)
100/100
Recency (10%)
100/100
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Project Details
License
GPL-3.0
Self hostable
Yes
Repository details
Version
0.9.2
Created
9/3/2022
Stars
1,050
Forks
81
Open issues
130
Last commit
11/8/2026

Updated 11/8/2026, 11:00:59 AM

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