selfoss
A multipurpose RSS reader that also aggregates tweets and other sources through a plugin system called 'Spouts'.
About selfoss
What is selfoss?
selfoss is a multipurpose web application described by its own project as 'a new multipurpose rss reader, live stream, mashup, aggregation web application'. It lets you collect posts, tweets and feeds in one place through a plugin system called 'Spouts' that adds custom data sources.
Use cases
What is selfoss for?
- A reader that combines RSS feeds with other sources like social media.
- A project that needs to extend supported sources through custom plugins.
- Reading organized by tags in a three-column desktop interface.
Benefits
Main benefits of selfoss
A plugin system ('Spouts') for adding data sources beyond standard RSS.
Mobile support for Android, iOS and iPad.
A lightweight PHP application, easy to maintain.
Organizing feeds with your own tags.
Is it for you?
Who should use selfoss?
Users who want to combine RSS with other content sources in a single panel and don't mind configuring plugins to extend it.
Is selfoss right for you?
Is selfoss the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want to combine RSS with other content sources in the same reader.
- You're interested in a plugin system to extend supported sources.
- You prefer a three-column desktop interface.
It might not be for you if…
- You only need standard RSS with no extra sources (Miniflux or FreshRSS are more straightforward).
- You're after the most actively developed project in this category.
Installation
How to install selfoss on your hosting
Open your hosting panel
Log into your miHosting professional hosting panel and open Softaculous, the application installer included with every plan.
Find selfoss
One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel.
Configure and go live
Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.
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Why install selfoss on miHosting
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Frequently asked questions about selfoss
Does selfoss only read RSS feeds?
Not exclusively: through its plugin system called 'Spouts' it can combine RSS with other content sources, such as social media.
Does selfoss work well on mobile?
Yes, it includes specific support for Android, iOS and iPad, in addition to being compatible with the main desktop browsers.
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