LibreTime
Open-source radio automation software. Schedule, play, and stream for online/terrestrial broadcast.
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One-stop open-source software to run your own radio station, whether online or on-air.
Core Features
- Automated playlist and program scheduling
- Live assist, recording, and overlay support
- Multiple audio formats (MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC)
- Web-based remote management interface
- REST API for custom integrations
What It Can't Do
- •Requires basic Linux knowledge; beginners should use Docker. 2. Might be overkill for simple internet-only stations; consider AzuraCast. 3. Community version may have unpatched bugs; check forum for updates. 4. HTTPS not enabled by default; configure SSL for production.
Use Cases
- Community radio station daily broadcast management
- Campus radio show scheduling and automation
- Internet music radio live streaming and podcasting
Detailed Introduction
LibreTime is a free and open-source radio automation platform designed to help you run your own online or terrestrial radio station. It is a community-managed fork of the AirTime project, offering powerful scheduling, playlist management, live assist, and streaming capabilities. Used by radio stations worldwide, it supports multiple audio formats, remote control via web interface, and extensive automation. Whether you are running a community station, campus radio, or internet-only stream, LibreTime provides a robust and flexible solution that is actively maintained by a global community.
Troubleshooting & FAQ (2)
TroubleshootingWhy can't I edit a show in LibreTime if a show logo is set?
This is a known issue in LibreTime 4.2.0 Docker version. As a workaround, delete the entry in the database table cc_show for the column image_path. For example, connect to the database and run: UPDATE cc_show SET image_path = NULL WHERE id = <show_id>; After that, editing the show will work again. There is no permanent fix yet; track the issue for updates.
TroubleshootingWhy is the LibreTime legacy service not updated after upgrading Docker containers?
This is a known issue where the libretime_assets volume retains old files after an upgrade because Docker does not overwrite existing data in a populated volume. To work around it, stop the stack, delete the libretime_assets volume, then start the stack again. The volume will be recreated with updated files. Applies to LibreTime 4.3.0 and Docker setups.
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Step 1: Download the installer from libretime.org (Docker or VM image recommended)
Step 2: Deploy on a Linux server following the official documentation
Step 3: Access the web admin panel to configure audio sources
- Step 1: Download the installer from libretime.org (Docker or VM image recommended)
- Step 2: Deploy on a Linux server following the official documentation
- Step 3: Access the web admin panel to configure audio sources
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For Docker: run `docker-compose down` and remove volumes. For direct install: stop the service, delete installation directory and database.
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