LibreTime
The facts below are what the maker publishes about LibreTime, checked and dated. Our editors have not written about it yet.
Plans and prices
From LibreTime's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| LibreTime | Free | Self-hosted software; minimum 1 GHz processor and 1 GB RAM required (2 GB recommended) |
The facts
Each one read from LibreTime's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- API
- The API exposes broadcast schedule and configuration information; the documentation says it is being rewritten and its current instructions describe a PHP version.checked 9 Oct 2026
- API security
- The API documentation recommends HTTPS and restricting API directory access by hostname or IP for requests over public networks.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Broadcasting
- It supports audio playout to a broadcasting console or transmitter and internet radio streaming.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Deployment
- The installation guide lists Docker, an installer and Ansible as installation methods.checked 9 Oct 2026
- License
- The site states that LibreTime code is licensed under AGPLv3 and documentation under GPLv2.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Media scheduling
- It can import music, sweepers and programs, then automatically schedule shows and podcasts.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Playlists
- Playlists can include music, jingles and voice tracks, and can be set to load automatically before a scheduled show.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Podcast feeds
- LibreTime can subscribe to podcast RSS feeds, download episodes and use them in automated scheduling; some feeds may fail to download.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Product
- LibreTime describes itself as a radio broadcast and automation platform.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Show calendar
- The administration calendar offers day, week and month views for managing shows.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Smart blocks
- Smart blocks select library media using specified criteria and can automatically fill consistently formatted shows.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Streaming integrations
- Configuration supports Icecast and Shoutcast output streams, as well as local system audio outputs.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- LibreTime directs users to its community forum and ticket tracker for help and bug reports.checked 9 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- The guide specifies a 1 GHz processor, at least 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended) and a static external IP address.checked 9 Oct 2026
The company
- Founded
- 2017checked 28 Sep 2026
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