PeerTube
Federated open source video platform. YouTube alternative, no ads, no algorithm.
What it is
PeerTube is a self-hostable, federated video platform built on ActivityPub. Each instance (called a "PeerTube instance") hosts videos and can follow/be followed by other instances, creating a decentralized network. No ads, no algorithm, no tracking.
Why we recommend it
If you want to host a video platform without YouTube's ads and algorithm, PeerTube is the answer. The federation means your instance is part of the broader Fediverse, so videos are discoverable across instances.
When to use it
- Self-hosted video for creators who want no ads
- Niche communities hosting their own video library
- Federated video (part of the Fediverse)
- Educational, archival, or community video projects
Quickstart
Run this in your terminal. Self-hosts locally with Docker or your preferred setup.
$ docker compose -f support/docker/production/docker-compose.yml up -dSetup
Tags
Integrates with
Common use cases
- →youtube-alternative
- →community-video
- →fediverse
- →niche-platforms
Pricing
Free. AGPL-3.0 licensed. Self-host on your own server.
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