Show HN: GhostHub – Instant, zero-setup media server

https://github.com/BleedingXiko/GhostHub

3•BleedingXiko•9mo ago

I built GhostHub because I was tired of Plex/Jellyfin setups just to watch or share a few files.

This lets you: - Run instantly (Python script, .exe, or Docker)

- Browse media in a swipe-based UI (mobile + desktop)

- Share online with built-in tunnel support (Cloudflare or Pinggy)

- Set session passwords, live sync views, and even chat

No logins. No setup. Just run it, point it to a folder, and go. Live demo (limited features): https://ghosthub.net

Would love feedback, bug reports, or ideas!

Comments

badmonster•9mo ago

cool name

badmonster•9mo ago

How does GhostHub implement real-time synchronization between clients during media playback, and how is this affected by the current limitation where sync mode bypasses session password enforcement?

BleedingXiko•9mo ago

it syncs which media is being viewed, not playback position (Yet). anyone can start sync, but now it prompts for a password if one’s set.

before 1.5, sync skipped password checks but that’s fixed now.

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