The FunHoard server runs on your Mac and serves your media library to any device on your network — or anywhere in the world with remote access configured.
Adding Media Folders FunHoard needs to know where your media files are. You can add any number of folders — local drives, external drives, or network shares. Adding a Directory Log in to the web interface as an admin Click the Settings gear icon in the top navigation Go to Manage Directories Click Add Directory Enter: Name — a friendly name (e.g. “Music”, “Films”, “Audiobooks”) Path — the full path to the folder (e.g. /Volumes/MEDIA/Music) Click Save FunHoard will immediately start scanning the folder for media files. ...
Getting Started with the FunHoard Server Installation Option 1: Download the DMG (Recommended) Go to the Download page and download FunHoard for Mac Open the DMG and drag FunHoard to your Applications folder Launch FunHoard from Applications The app appears as a menu bar icon (🖥️) in the top-right of your screen. Everything — the database, media scanner, web interface — starts automatically. Option 2: Run from Source If you prefer to run from source (for development or customisation): ...
Setting Up Remote Access By default, FunHoard is only accessible on your local network. Remote access lets you stream your media from anywhere — at work, on the train, or on holiday. Before You Start Make sure your server is running and accessible on your local network first. Open http://localhost:3742 in your browser to confirm. Option 1: Automatic (UPnP) The simplest method — FunHoard asks your router to forward ports automatically. ...