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Self-Hosting Calibre-Web: eBook Library Manager

Calibre-Web provides a beautiful web interface for your eBook library. Browse, read, and download books from any device.

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What Is Calibre-Web?


Calibre-Web is a web interface for browsing and reading eBooks stored in a Calibre database. It turns your eBook collection into a personal library accessible from anywhere.


Features


Library

  • Browse by author, publisher, tag, series, language
  • Full-text search
  • Ratings and reviews
  • Custom columns
  • Shelf (collections)

    • Reading

  • In-browser reading (EPUB, PDF)
  • Reading progress tracking
  • Bookmarks
  • Send to Kindle via email

    • Management

  • Upload books
  • Edit metadata
  • Format conversion
  • Multi-user support
  • User permissions (upload, download, edit)

    • Integration

  • OPDS catalog (for e-readers and apps)
  • Kobo sync
  • Google Drive storage
  • LDAP authentication

    • Calibre-Web vs Kavita


  • Calibre-Web: Uses Calibre database, more features
  • Kavita: Manga/comic focused, built-in reader, lighter
  • Use Calibre-Web for eBooks, Kavita for manga/comics

    • Deployment


    1. Create a Calibre library (or upload existing)

    2. Deploy Calibre-Web on TinyPod

    3. Point to your library

    4. Browse and read from any device


    Resources: 1 CPU, 256 MB RAM.


    Calibre-Web turns a folder of eBooks into a polished, searchable, multi-user library. Essential for book lovers who self-host.