norri

Work in Progress: These docs are incomplete and may contain inaccuracies. Norri is not yet available for download.

Introduction

Note

In Development

Norri is currently in development and not yet available for download. These docs are a work in progress and may change before release.

Norri is a modern, self-hosted media server designed for users with large media collections. It provides a fast, reliable way to organize, stream, and enjoy your movies, TV shows, and music from any device.

Key Features

  • Built on PostgreSQL, handling 100,000+ item libraries without breaking a sweat
  • Native Apple TV and Android TV apps built for remote controls
  • AI-enhanced search: describe what you’re in the mood for in plain language
  • Integrated live TV and DVR with HDHomeRun and other tuners
  • Fully self-hosted with no cloud accounts, no telemetry, no subscriptions

Who is Norri for?

Norri is designed for:

  • Large media collections (10TB+)
  • Home lab enthusiasts who want control over their infrastructure
  • Privacy-conscious users who keep data on their own hardware
  • Multi-device households with Apple TV, Android TV, and web access

Requirements

Before installing Norri, ensure you have:

  1. A local server, PC, or Mac (not designed for Raspberry Pi)
  2. Docker installed (or use the desktop app)
  3. Sufficient storage for your media collection
  4. A GPU is recommended for hardware transcoding

Next Steps

Ready to get started? Head to the Installation guide to set up Norri on your system.