Lunarr: SFTP-First Media Server for Self-Hosted Setups

Lunarr addresses a critical gap in self-hosted media solutions by prioritizing SFTP support for distributed storage scenarios, a requirement often overlooked by mature alternatives like Plex and Jellyfin. Its intelligent, request-driven HLS streaming approach minimizes CPU and storage overhead while enabling seamless remote playback without copying files locally. For users building modern home media servers, Lunarr offers a lightweight, practical alternative with clear code and Docker-friendly deployment.