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Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) Connector for AI agents.

12 live capabilities

Manage your self-hosted media library and track playback status.

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Why people use Jellyfin (Plex Alternative)

Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) Media Library Management

This Connector changes that by letting you just ask your AI for what you want. It scans your libraries, pulls the descriptions, and gives you the info you need in seconds. You get a conversational interface for your home theater.

  • Claude
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What Vinkius changes

You get a conversational interface for your entire self-hosted media library.

Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.

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  1. Real-world use case 01

    Finding a specific title

    A user asks for a 90s thriller; the agent uses list_items to find it and get_item to show the description.

  2. Real-world use case 02

    Checking host health

    A home labber asks if the host is up; the agent uses get_system_info to report the OS and version.

  3. Real-world use case 03

    Managing playback

    A user wants to know what's playing; the agent uses session_playing and session_playing_progress to report current status.

Complete set · 12capabilities

The complete Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) capability set.

These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Jellyfin (Plex Alternative).

Capability set01 / 03

01—04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 12 available through Jellyfin (Plex Alternative).

  1. 01 Capability

    Get playback info

    Grab the data needed to start a new stream. This helps the agent know how to begin playing your content.

  2. 02 Capability

    List users

    Show a full list of everyone with an account on your host. This is perfect for admins who need to audit access.

  3. 03 Capability

    Authenticate by name

    Log in a specific user using their name and password. This lets the AI act on behalf of a specific account.

  4. 04 Capability

    Get current user

    Pull details about the person currently logged in. Use this to see who is active on the system.

Capability set02 / 03

05—08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 12 available through Jellyfin (Plex Alternative).

  1. 05 Capability

    Get item

    Fetch deep metadata for a specific movie, show, or song. It's great for getting full descriptions and unique IDs.

  2. 06 Capability

    List items

    Query your entire library for specific titles. Use this to find exactly what you're looking for in your collection.

  3. 07 Capability

    List virtual folders

    See your top-level categories like Movies or TV Shows. It helps the AI understand the structure of your library.

  4. 08 Capability

    Session playing progress

    Update the host on where a user is in a movie. This keeps the continue watching feature accurate.

Capability set03 / 03

09—12

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 12 available through Jellyfin (Plex Alternative).

  1. 09 Capability

    Session playing stopped

    Tell the host that a movie or show has finished. It helps keep your playback history clean.

  2. 10 Capability

    Session playing

    Notify the host that a new stream has started. This lets the system know someone is currently watching.

  3. 11 Capability

    Get system configuration

    View the global settings of your media host. Use this to check your overall system setup.

  4. 12 Capability

    Get system info

    Pull basic stats like your OS and version number. It's the fastest way to check if your host is healthy.

Set up in minutes

One URL. Then ask Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) to work.

Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) from the conversation.

Choose your client

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Advanced clients IDE · CLI

Claude · Web + desktop

Official guide ↗

Connector URL · ready to paste

Streamable HTTP
https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4cabjqy5fZJBpV6YThVzNkYvEGnRf5hc4dAPZFEO/mcp
  1. Step 01

    Open Connectors

    In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.

  2. Step 02

    Add the URL

    Choose Add custom connector, name it Jellyfin (Plex Alternative), and paste the URL above.

  3. Step 03

    Turn it on in chat

    Select +, open Connectors, and enable Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) for the conversation.

Where the request belongs

Work Jellyfin can move forward.

Built around the request

For the home lab enthusiast who wants to stop digging through nested folders and the media lover who wants a smarter way to find their favorite shows.

01

Home Lab Administrator

They manage user permissions and check system health without opening a web dashboard.

02

Media Collector

They use natural language to find specific titles and metadata across multiple libraries.

03

Tech-Savvy Movie Buff

They track what's currently playing on different devices and manage playback status quickly.

Build the capability set

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Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.

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02 15 capabilities

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Manage your movie library, search for new titles, and monitor download queues via Radarr.

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03 18 capabilities

Sonarr (TV)

Automate TV library management via Sonarr. list series, track episodes, and monitor download queues directly from any AI agent.

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04 10 capabilities

Brightcove

Manage your video library via Brightcove Video Cloud. list videos, manage playlists, and monitor performance directly from any AI agent.

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Limelight Networks (Edgio CDN & Streaming API)

Manage Edgio (formerly Limelight/Uplynk) streaming services. control VOD assets, linear channels, and live events directly through AI.

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Bring your own AI

Change the model, client or framework. Keep Jellyfin connected.

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Before you connect

Questions about Jellyfin.

The practical details behind the request, access and result.

Can I use the Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) MCP with my own self-hosted library?

Yes, this Connector is designed specifically for self-hosted Jellyfin setups. It connects to your own host so you can manage your personal collection.

Does the Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) MCP work with Netflix or other streaming apps?

No, this capability is for self-hosted media. It won't work with paid streaming services, only with your own Jellyfin library.

How does the Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) MCP help me find my movies faster?

It lets your AI agent browse your folders and search titles for you. Instead of scrolling, you just ask the agent to find a specific genre or title.

Can I see who is logged into my Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) host?

Yes, the Connector can list all users on your host. This is great for admins who want to see who's currently accessing the media.

Does the Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) MCP track my watch progress?

Yes, it can update the host on your current playback position. This helps ensure your continue watching list stays accurate across devices.

Is it hard to set up the Jellyfin (Plex Alternative) MCP?

Not at all. You just need to provide your host URL and API key in your AI client, and you're ready to start chatting with your media.

Can I filter my library to only show Movies or Series?

Yes! Use the list_items capability and provide 'Movie' or 'Series' in the include_item_types parameter to filter your results accordingly.

How do I check if my Jellyfin server is running the latest version?

You can use the get_system_info capability. It returns the server version, operating system, and other vital system metrics.

Can I see all the root libraries configured on my server?

Absolutely. Run the list_virtual_folders capability to retrieve a list of all top-level libraries like Movies, TV Shows, and Music.

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