Jellyfin is a free and open-source media server, which allows you to stream your media files to your devices. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to install Jellyfin on a Windows 10 machine using the official website.
Prerequisites
- Windows 10 machine
- Internet connection
Step 1: Download Jellyfin
- Open your web browser and go to https://jellyfin.org.
- Click on the Download tab at the top of the page.
- Select the Windows option.
- Choose the relevant installer version for your machine, either 32-bit or 64-bit.
- Click on the Download button to save the file.
Step 2: Install Jellyfin
- Locate and open the downloaded file on your Windows 10 machine.
- Click on the Run button to begin the installation process.
- Review the software license agreement, and if you agree with the terms, click on the I Agree button to continue.
- Choose the destination folder where you want to install Jellyfin or accept the default option.
- Click on the Install button to start the installation process.
- Wait for the installation to complete.
Step 3: Access Jellyfin
- Once the installation is complete, click on the Launch Jellyfin button.
- Jellyfin will automatically open in your default browser.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your library and configure your server.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Jellyfin on your Windows 10 machine. You are now ready to start streaming your media files to your devices.
Conclusion
In this tutorial, we have shown you the step-by-step process to install Jellyfin on a Windows 10 machine. Jellyfin is a powerful media server that allows you to access your media files from anywhere. With this guide, you can easily install Jellyfin and start streaming your media files.
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