wizarr
Wizarr is an advanced user invitation and management system for Jellyfin, Plex, Emby etc.
What is it?
What it is
Wizarr is an automatic user invitation and management system for media servers like Plex, Jellyfin, and Emby. It generates shareable links to invite users, guiding them through app setup and server access.
Why it exists
To simplify the complex and tedious process of inviting friends/family to media servers by providing a user-friendly, automated invitation system.
Who should use it
Media server administrators, tech-savvy users managing personal or community media servers, and individuals needing to streamline user invitations for Plex, Jellyfin, Emby, or similar platforms.
Who should avoid it
Non-technical users unfamiliar with self-hosted systems, or those who do not manage their own media servers.
How it works
A quick walkthrough in plain English
How wizarr works
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You interact with it
Open wizarr, send a request, or connect it to your stack.
Features
Advantages
- Simplifies complex media server invitations for users
- Secure and user-friendly interface
- Supports multiple media platforms in one system
- Customizable branding and workflows
- Integration with request systems for automation
- Time-limited memberships for controlled access
- Discord integration for broader reach
- Active development and community support
Disadvantages
- Requires self-hosting setup and maintenance
- Limited to specific media servers (may exclude others)
- SSO support may require additional configuration
- Dependency on third-party services (e.g., Weblate for translations)
- Potential complexity for non-technical users during initial setup
Installation
FAQ
What is Wizarr and what does it do?
Wizarr is an automatic user invitation and management system that lets you create unique invite links for media servers like Plex, Jellyfin, Emby, Audiobookshelf, Komga, Kavita, and Romm. When users click the link, they’re automatically added to your server and guided through downloading apps, accessing request systems, and more.
How do I install and run Wizarr?
You can install Wizarr by following the instructions in the documentation: https://docs.wizarr.dev/getting-started/installation. The guide covers all steps needed to get the instance up and running.
Which media servers are supported by Wizarr?
Wizarr supports Plex, Jellyfin, Emby, Audiobookshelf, Komga, Kavita, and Romm.
Can I customize the invitation wizard?
Yes, Wizarr is fully customizable. You can add your own HTML snippets to tailor the wizard steps to your needs.
Does Wizarr support single sign‑on (SSO)?
Wizarr includes plug‑and‑play SSO support, allowing you to integrate with your preferred authentication provider.
Where can I find the API documentation?
The interactive API documentation is available at `http://your-wizarr-instance/api/docs/`, and the OpenAPI specification can be accessed at `http://your-wizarr-instance/api/swagger.json`.
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