ShareBox v5 — GPU transcoding, Netflix-style grid, and why I don't need Plex anymore
ShareBox v5 is a lightweight self-hosted media server that simplifies file sharing and streaming. It features GPU hardware transcoding and requires minimal setup, making it an attractive alternative to Plex and Jellyfin. The latest version includes security fixes and enhanced functionality for users without the need for a media library.
- ▪ShareBox v5 is a self-hosted media server built in pure PHP with no dependencies.
- ▪The new version includes GPU hardware transcoding that auto-detects available hardware for optimal performance.
- ▪ShareBox requires only 25 MB of RAM and allows users to share files without the need for a media library.
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try { if(localStorage) { let currentUser = localStorage.getItem('current_user'); if (currentUser) { currentUser = JSON.parse(currentUser); if (currentUser.id === 3833552) { document.getElementById('article-show-container').classList.add('current-user-is-article-author'); } } } } catch (e) { console.error(e); } Odilon HUGONNOT Posted on May 25 • Originally published at web-developpeur.com ShareBox v5 — GPU transcoding, Netflix-style grid, and why I don't need Plex anymore #php #opensource #selfhosted #docker I wanted to send a movie link to a friend. Plex wanted me to scan a library, create an account, configure metadata agents. Jellyfin was lighter but still required a database server. Emby wanted a subscription. All I needed: point at a file, get a link, let the other person click play.
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