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What it is

PinePods is a free, self-hosted podcast server with clients that synchronize across devices. Users can subscribe to shows, search through Podcast Index and iTunes, or follow YouTube channels and receive audio-only downloads as podcasts. Listening position, settings, themes, and subscriptions sync across devices. Playback and library tools include offline downloads, video podcasts, transcripts, custom RSS feeds, OPML import and export, speed controls, and per-podcast start and end cutoffs. PinePods has its own gpodder server and also supports external gpodder servers and Nextcloud gpodder sync. Separate libraries are available for multiple users, with multi-factor authentication and OpenID Connect integration. The maker documents Docker Compose and Kubernetes deployment with Helm. User settings, podcasts, and episodes are stored in MySQL or Postgres; the database API connects web, desktop, and mobile clients, which authenticate with API keys. A public demo is available, though accounts may be deleted and are not meant for permanent use. Support requests and issue reports are directed to Discord and GitHub.

Spec sheet

Purpose
PinePods is a Rust-powered, self-hosted podcast server with clients that sync across devices.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Deployment
The maker documents Docker Compose and Kubernetes with Helm deployment options.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Free plan
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · pinepods.online
API
The database API connects the web, desktop, and mobile clients, which authenticate with API keys.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Security
The site lists multi-factor authentication and OpenID Connect integration.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Support
The maker directs users to Discord and GitHub to request device support or report issues.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Cross-device sync
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · pinepods.online
Database options
The documentation says PinePods stores user settings, podcasts, and episodes in MySQL or Postgres.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Episode transcripts
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · pinepods.online
gpodder integration
PinePods includes its own gpodder server and supports external gpodder servers and Nextcloud gpodder sync.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Hosted demo
The maker offers a public demo for testing and says demo accounts may be deleted, so it is not intended as a permanent way to use PinePods.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Multi-user
PinePods supports multiple users with separate libraries.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Notifications
Episode release notifications are supported through ntfy and gotify.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Offline downloads
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · pinepods.online
Playback and feeds
Features include custom RSS feeds, OPML import and export, playback speed controls, and per-podcast start and end cutoffs.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Podcasts and discovery
Users can subscribe to podcasts and search for shows through Podcast Index and iTunes.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Supported platforms
Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API, self-hosted serverRead 22 Sep 2026 · pinepods.online
Sync
Listening position, settings, themes, and subscriptions sync across devices.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online
Video podcasts
YesRead 22 Sep 2026 · pinepods.online
YouTube
Users can subscribe to YouTube channels and receive audio-only downloads as podcasts.Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online

Plans and prices

PinePods Free All features at zero cost · self-hosted Read 4 Oct 2026 · pinepods.online

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Syncs listening position, settings, themes, and subscriptions
  • Supports offline downloads, video podcasts, and transcripts
  • Includes its own gpodder server
  • Supports multiple users with separate libraries
  • All features listed at zero cost for self-hosted use

Limits

  • Public demo accounts may be deleted
  • Self-hosted deployment is required for ongoing use

Who it suits

PinePods suits podcast listeners who want to run a self-hosted server and sync listening across web, desktop, and mobile clients. Its multi-user libraries and deployment options may suit teams or households managing separate collections.

Verdict

PinePods combines cross-device podcast clients with a self-hosted server and extensive synchronization options. Its public demo is not intended for ongoing use, so users should plan around a self-hosted deployment.

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