Seanime Logo

Access

Learn how to access Seanime on other devices

Local network

This method is ideal for secure and fast access without exposing your server to the internet. Devices must be connected to the same local network (e.g., Wi-Fi or Ethernet).

  1. Identify the private IP address of the host machine running Seanime. You can find this in your network settings or by running ipconfig on Windows or ifconfig on Linux/macOS. Note the IP address, usually something like 192.168.1.x.
Command prompt
# Windows
ipconfig
 
# Linux, macOS
ifconfig
  1. Configure your config.toml file. Change the host to 0.0.0.0 to bind all interfaces.
[server]
# The host to bind the server to
host = '0.0.0.0'
  1. Access the web interface on other devices by navigating to http://<private-ip>:43211.

Remote access

Methods for remote access are varied and depend on your desired level of security and convenience. Here are a few options:

VPN

A VPN creates a secure connection to another network over the internet. This method is more secure than port forwarding and allows you to access Seanime as if you were on the same local network. The only caveat is that you will need to set up the VPN on the server and all client devices. Some options include Wireguard, NordVPN Meshnet, Tailscale, and ZeroTier.

Port forwarding

Port forwarding allows you to access Seanime from anywhere on the internet. This method is less secure than local network access and requires you to expose your server to the internet. Learn how to set up port forwarding on your router by following this guide.

Other methods

There are other, more involved methods to access servers remotely such as reverse proxies. You can read up on these methods and check out guides on how to set them up on your server after deciding which one is best for you.