jellyfin

Jellyfin is like having your own personal version of a big-name streaming service, but it only contains the movies, TV shows, and music that you actually own. Instead of clicking through messy folders on a computer, it turns your files into a beautiful library with posters, summaries, and cast information.

In a home setup, you put this on your main computer or storage box, and it sends your videos to your smart TV, phone, or tablet. If you start watching a movie in the living room, you can pause it and pick up exactly where you left off on your phone in another room.

The best part is that it is completely yours. There are no monthly subscriptions, no hidden "premium" features to unlock, and no company tracking what you watch. It is just a simple, clean way to enjoy your digital collection on any screen in your house.