Tentacle TV is an open-source, self-hosted media client for Jellyfin.
Users connect the app to their own personal Jellyfin server — no third-party content,
catalogs, or streaming services are provided. All media accessed through the app
belongs to and is hosted by the user themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tentacle TV is a personal media client designed to connect to your self-hosted Jellyfin server. It provides a clean, modern interface for browsing and playing your own media library. No content is provided, hosted, or distributed by the app.
1. Open Tentacle TV and tap "Add Server".
2. Enter your Jellyfin server URL (e.g. https://jellyfin.example.com).
3. Sign in with your Jellyfin username and password.
4. Your libraries will appear automatically.
2. Enter your Jellyfin server URL (e.g. https://jellyfin.example.com).
3. Sign in with your Jellyfin username and password.
4. Your libraries will appear automatically.
Tentacle TV is available on iOS and iPadOS via the App Store, with Apple TV (tvOS) and macOS support planned. Check the downloads section or GitHub releases for the latest builds.
You can report bugs on our GitHub Issues page, or use the Contact tab to send us a message directly. Please include steps to reproduce the issue, your device model, and OS version.
Yes. Tentacle TV connects only to your self-hosted Jellyfin server. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal data or media. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.