Tilecast
Open-source, self-hosted digital signage platform with a web-based management studio and native players for Android TV and Linux.
Overview
Tilecast is an open-source digital signage CMS, founded in 2026, headquartered in USA. It is delivered as self-hosted software. Playback is supported on Android, Fire OS and Linux. The software is free to download and self-host. Accounts can be opened directly on the website without talking to sales. It provides a public API.
Pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Yearly | Billing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilecast | — | — | flat rate |
Delivery: self-hosted
Notes
- Tilecast is free software under AGPL-3.0. There is no paid plan or hosted service.
- The server runs with Docker Compose on the operator's own hardware and stores content in PostgreSQL. Screens are managed in a browser-based app called Tilecast Studio.
- The Android player ships as an APK for Android TV devices, including Fire TV and Google TV. The Linux player is an Electron AppImage for x86_64 computers with systemd and kiosk support. ARM Linux support is listed as in progress.
- Players cache content and keep playing when the server or network is unavailable.
- The REST API is documented in the repository with an OpenAPI file, and integration tokens and webhooks are available.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tilecast?
Open-source, self-hosted digital signage platform with a web-based management studio and native players for Android TV and Linux. Tilecast is an open-source digital signage CMS, founded in 2026, headquartered in USA. It is delivered as self-hosted software. Playback is supported on Android, Fire OS and Linux. The software is free to download and self-host. Accounts can be opened directly on the website without talking to sales. It provides a public API.
How much does Tilecast cost?
Tilecast is open source and free to self-host.
What platforms does Tilecast support?
Tilecast supports playback on Android, Fire OS and Linux.
Is Tilecast open source?
Yes. Tilecast is open source under the AGPL-3.0-only license. The source code is at https://github.com/gbyo/tilecast.
Can I sign up for Tilecast without contacting sales?
Yes. Tilecast offers self-service signup directly on its website.
Does Tilecast have an API?
Yes. Tilecast offers a public API. The developer documentation is at https://github.com/gbyo/tilecast/blob/main/docs/api.md.
Where is Tilecast based?
Tilecast is headquartered in USA and was founded in 2026.