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FreshRSS

Free RSS and Atom feed reader to centralize your monitoring, blogs, media and other information sources in a single interface.

Overview

FreshRSS lets you keep the websites, blogs, podcasts, video channels and publications you choose to follow in one place. Instead of waiting for a social network to decide what you should see, you keep a clear list of sources that can be organized and read at your own pace.

It is a simple way to rebuild calmer monitoring: add RSS or Atom feeds, classify them, then FreshRSS fetches new content so you can read it in a clean interface without an imposed algorithmic feed.

Quick facts

Service URLrss.hostux.net
Service typeRSS / Atom feed reader
Free software usedFreshRSS
Software typeSelf-hostable, lightweight and multi-user feed reader
Project websitefreshrss.org
Source codegithub.com/FreshRSS/FreshRSS
Account requiredYes for full personal use
Account creationInstance limited to 250 accounts, account automatically removed after 6 months of inactivity

Why use FreshRSS

  • Follow your sources without relying on an algorithmic feed.
  • Centralize blogs, media, technical websites, podcasts and other feeds in one reader.
  • Organize topical monitoring with categories, tags or saved queries.
  • Read more calmly in an interface designed for feed consultation.
  • Use a flexible free software solution to regain control over reading and monitoring.

Main features

  • Read articles directly in the web interface.
  • Search, filters and saved queries to find useful content quickly.
  • Import and export subscriptions in OPML format.
  • Mobile access through the browser or apps compatible with Google Reader and Fever APIs.
  • Extensions, themes and many customization options.

How the service works

  • You add RSS or Atom feeds, then FreshRSS automatically fetches new content.
  • Sources can be classified, filtered and read from a single interface.
  • The service can save searches and share some article selections as HTML, RSS or OPML.
  • FreshRSS can also integrate with other reading workflows through APIs compatible with several third-party apps.

Use cases

  • Technical monitoring on blogs, free software projects and documentation sites.
  • Following media and publications without using social networks.
  • Centralized reading of several specialized sources in one interface.
  • Building a clearer and more stable daily or weekly reading routine.
  • Creating a personal dashboard for topics that matter to you.

Access the service

Service: rss.hostux.net

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