SPIS
A simple, lightweight and fast media server with decent mobile support.
Maintained, but at a slower pace than the leaders in its category.
Commit activity more than 44% of tracked projects; popularity more than 12%. How this is calculated.
Commits, last 11 months
| Stars | 212 |
|---|---|
| Latest release | v0.15.0 · 29 Aug 2026 |
| Repo updated | 24 Sept 2026 |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 |
| Built with | Docker, Rust |
Is SPIS actively maintained?
SPIS is under active development: 212 commits landed over the last 11 months, averaging roughly 14 commits a month in the most recent quarter.
The most recent tagged release, v0.15.0, shipped within the last month — a current, installable version exists today.
SPIS ranks #12 of 25 in Photo Galleries, placing it mid-table for maintenance activity.
What SPIS actually does
SPIS is a lightweight media server written in Rust that focuses on fast performance and includes mobile support. It provides a straightforward way to host and access your personal media library over the network. The project is distributed under the GPL-3.0 licence and maintains a steady development pace.
Best fit: It suits self-hosters looking for a minimal, fast media management tool that does not demand heavy system resources.
Worth knowing: With a modest community following and an early release stage, you may encounter missing features or limited documentation compared to more established media servers.
Deployment notes
Containerised via Docker, you will typically need to map persistent volumes for your media files and place it behind a reverse proxy for TLS termination.
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