selfoss
A multipurpose RSS reader that also aggregates tweets and other sources through a plugin system called 'Spouts'.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Why install selfoss on miHosting
miHosting's professional shared hosting includes Softaculous, PHP and databases already configured, NVMe storage with no artificial limits, free SSL and real technical support if you need help during installation or maintenance of selfoss.
Install selfoss today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your selfoss project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
Emprendedor
— free domain included*
- ✓3 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- —Node.js, Python and Ruby are not available with Emprendedor.
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Plus
— free domain included*
- ✓15 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Webmaster
— free domain included*
- ✓100 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Not sure which to choose?
For 1–3 of your own websites, the Emprendedor plan is more than enough. To manage client sites or multiple projects, the Webmaster plan is the go-to choice for agencies and freelancers.
Node.js, Python and Ruby are included with Plus and Webmaster; they are not available with Emprendedor.
* The first-year free domain is included with the annual price. From the second year onward, it renews at the standard price. Prices in USD. VAT excluded.
Not ready to commit yet?
Try it with the same NVMe infrastructure as the paid plans for 6 months, without a credit card. Your domain is purchased separately and free hosting does not include direct support. Upgrade within those 6 months for a 50% discount.
- ✓ No credit card required
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- ✓ Upgrade whenever you want
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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