Deploy Audiobookshelf on Your Own Server
Audiobookshelf is a self-hosted audiobook and podcast server.
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What is Audiobookshelf?
Audiobookshelf is a self-hosted audiobook and podcast server. Official Docker image.
Self-Host Audiobookshelf
Follow these steps to deploy on your own server.
Install Docker
Skip this step if Docker is already installed on your server.
curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
Configure
Customize the settings below. Defaults work for most cases.
General
Deploy
Copy the configuration and run it on your server.
services:
audiobookshelf:
image: ghcr.io/advplyr/audiobookshelf:2.2.14
volumes:
- audiobookshelf-config:/config
- audiobooks-volume-placeholder:/audiobooks
- podcasts-volume-placeholder:/podcasts
- metadata-volume-placeholder:/metadata
volumes:
audiobookshelf-config: {}
audiobooks-volume-placeholder: {}
podcasts-volume-placeholder: {}
metadata-volume-placeholder: {}
Then run:
docker compose up -d
Access
Once started, access your app at http://localhost:80
Why Self-Host Audiobookshelf?
Full Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access.
No Monthly Fees
Pay only for your server. No per-seat or usage charges.
Complete Control
Customize, backup, and scale on your own terms.
Privacy & Compliance
Meet GDPR, HIPAA, or internal security requirements.
Technical Details
Docker Image
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