yarr

Yet another RSS reader: a tiny self-contained web feed reader in a single binary.

Open sourceSelf-hostableRSS readers

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About yarr

yarr, short for 'yet another rss reader', is a small open-source feed reader written in Go that runs as a single binary with an embedded SQLite database. You can run it as a desktop app on Windows, macOS or Linux, where it opens in your browser, or on a server for access from anywhere. The interface is a clean three-pane web layout with folders, starred items, search and a reader view, and it implements the Fever API so some mobile apps can connect. Because there is no separate database or dependencies, setup takes a minute, which makes it popular for personal use on a laptop, Raspberry Pi or small VPS. It is free under the MIT licence. It is aimed at a single user, so there are no multi-user accounts, extensions or advanced filters, and development is driven by one maintainer with occasional releases.

Best for: Individuals who want a zero-fuss personal reader running from one file.

What works

Single binary with embedded SQLite
Runs as a desktop app or on a server
Clean, fast three-pane interface
Free and MIT-licensed

Why people leave

Single-user only
No extensions or advanced filtering
One maintainer with occasional releases

Top yarr alternatives

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1
Miniflux
Also a single Go binary, but multi-user and with a hosted option.
66.5
2
FreshRSS
Multi-user and extensible if you outgrow a personal reader.
62.6
3
Newsboat
Even lighter, if you're happy in a terminal.
59.6
4
NetNewsWire
Free native app if you're on a Mac or iPhone.
57.2

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yarr: common questions

Is yarr free?

Yes. yarr is free, open-source software that you can host yourself.

Is yarr open source?

Yes. The source code is on GitHub at nkanaev/yarr. You can also run it on your own server.

What platforms does yarr run on?

yarr is available for Windows, macOS, Linux and Self-hosted.

What are the best alternatives to yarr?

The highest-ranked yarr alternatives right now are Miniflux, FreshRSS and Newsboat. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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