A web address or private: which to choose
A web address I can share (recommended)
yourname.watchhome.app
- The most seamless: works in any browser and in the Jellyfin apps
- Nothing to install on the devices
- Needs Complete or Yearly: one address per license
- Every Jellyfin user needs a strong password
Just my devices
Private, with Tailscale
- For extra privacy, or when your internet provider doesn't allow incoming connections (carrier-grade NAT)
- The free Tailscale app on this computer and on every device
- Nothing is opened to the internet; no router changes
Streaming quality away from home applies to both: 4, 8 (recommended), 15 Mbps or no limit. Choose 4 if your home internet's upload is slow or people watch on cellular. You can switch ways later.