Audiobookshelf

Application512MB+ RAM

Self-hosted audiobook and podcast server with mobile apps

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Deploy Audiobookshelf in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Audiobookshelf

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Why Self-Host Audiobookshelf?

Audiobookshelf is the leading self-hosted audiobook and podcast server. Self-hosting means your audiobook collection is always available, tracks your listening progress across devices, and eliminates the need for Audible subscriptions for content you already own.

Stream audiobooks and podcasts from your own server

Track listening progress, bookmarks, and chapters across devices

Native Android and iOS apps with offline download support

Automatic metadata fetching for cover art and book details

Multi-user support with individual progress tracking

Audiobookshelf vs Alternatives

Audiobookshelf vs Audible

Audible requires a subscription and DRM-locks your books. Audiobookshelf streams your DRM-free collection with full ownership.

Audiobookshelf vs Plex audiobooks

Plex handles audiobooks as an afterthought. Audiobookshelf is purpose-built with chapter support, bookmarks, and progress sync.

Audiobookshelf vs BookPlayer

BookPlayer is device-only. Audiobookshelf syncs across all your devices through your self-hosted server.

Why Deploy Audiobookshelf with Server Compass?

Server Compass deploys Audiobookshelf with persistent storage for your library metadata and user progress data. Point it at your audiobook directory and start listening across all your devices.

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After Deployment

After deploying Audiobookshelf with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup

Create admin account

Add audiobook and podcast libraries

Install mobile app and connect

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Audiobookshelf FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Audiobookshelf

How do I deploy Audiobookshelf with Server Compass?

Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Audiobookshelf from the templates list. Fill in the required configuration and click Deploy. The entire process takes under 3 minutes.

What are the system requirements for Audiobookshelf?

Audiobookshelf requires a minimum of 512MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 1024MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.

Can I migrate my existing Audiobookshelf data?

Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Audiobookshelf backup and restore procedures.

How do I update Audiobookshelf to the latest version?

Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Audiobookshelf image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.

Is Audiobookshelf free to self-host?

Audiobookshelf is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($29 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.