Open Source Alternatives to Chromecast

A media streaming device that connects to a television to enable the casting of content from mobile devices or computers. This hardware allows users to stream video, audio, and other digital media from supported applications directly to a larger screen. The device is deployed by plugging it into an HDMI port on a compatible display and connecting it to a local network. It is designed for home entertainment users who want to share content from their smartphones, tablets, or laptops without using physical cables. The system supports a variety of streaming services and applications to provide a centralized viewing experience on a television. It functions as a bridge between personal mobile devices and home theater hardware.

Whether you want to cut software costs or escape vendor lock-in, these open source alternatives to Chromecast give you an option you fully own. You can self-host them, so your data stays on infrastructure you control. This page lists 1 open source alternative to Chromecast. The most popular is NymphCast. It uses the BSD-3-Clause license.