Yarrtube is a lightweight Docker container built on yt-dlp that automatically downloads new videos from tracked YouTube channels and playlists. It runs on a NAS or local machine, includes a minimal web interface for mobile and desktop, and integrates with Plex, Jellyfin, and Kodi. The author built it during a career sabbatical to provide an ad-free, algorithm-free way to feed specific content to children without relying on the native app.
If you already maintain a local media server and want a simpler alternative to heavy tools like TubeArchivist, this is worth deploying in an afternoon. It is deliberately narrow in scope, meaning it lacks advanced archiving features and complex metadata management. Skip it if you need a full-featured YouTube management suite rather than a straightforward download bridge.
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