Open-Source Digital Signage
for Any Screen
+ Free, open-source digital signage software to manage TVs, video walls, and kiosks from + anywhere. A complete digital signage CMS with remote control, scheduling, playlists, and + analytics — self-host it on your own server or use our managed cloud.
+ +
+ Fully Open Source
+MIT licensed. Self-host on your own infrastructure + or use our managed cloud. Your data, your rules.
+ + + github.com/swiftdisplay/swiftdisplay + +Up and Running in Minutes
+No proprietary hardware, no complicated setup.
+Connect a screen
+Install the free player on an Android TV, Fire TV, Raspberry Pi, Windows PC, or open a browser tab — then + pair it with a code.
+Add your content
+Upload images and video, build playlists and multi-zone layouts, or design screens with built-in widgets. +
+Schedule and publish
+Assign content to displays or groups, set day/time schedules, and push live. Change it any time from your + phone.
+Everything You Need
+Every feature you'd expect from an enterprise digital signage CMS — video + walls, scheduling, proof-of-play, and remote monitoring — free and open source.
+Multi-Zone Layouts
+Split screens into zones with a drag-and-drop editor. 7 built-in templates or create your own.
+Video Wall
+Combine multiple displays into one giant screen. Automatic bezel compensation. Any grid size.
+Remote Control
+See what's on screen in real-time. Send key presses, navigate menus, power on/off remotely.
+Scheduling
+Visual weekly calendar with recurrence rules. Schedule per device or for whole groups — device rules + override the group.
+Playlists
+Share one playlist across many displays. Draft changes, preview, then publish — or revert to the last + published version.
+Directory Board
+Scrolling lobby, building, and staff directories. Categories, dark & light themes, anti-burn-in. Not + found in any other open-source CMS.
+Content Designer
+Built-in editor with live clocks, weather, RSS tickers, countdowns, QR codes, and more.
+Kiosk Mode
+Create interactive touchscreen interfaces. Wayfinding, directories, check-in screens.
+Proof-of-Play
+Track what played, when, and on which device. Export CSV reports for ad verification.
+Alerts & Monitoring
+Email alerts when devices go offline. Full telemetry: battery, storage, WiFi, uptime.
+Offline Resilience
+Displays keep playing cached content when the internet or your server drops. They catch up automatically + when you're back.
+Mobile Dashboard
+Manage everything from your phone. The full dashboard works on any mobile browser — no separate app needed. +
+Self-Hosted Option
+Deploy on your own infrastructure. Your data never leaves your network. Lock down signups with a single env + var.
+White Label
+Custom branding, colors, logo, and domain. Resell under your own brand.
+Teams
+Multi-user accounts with owner, editor, and viewer roles. Invite by email.
+Auto-Update
+Devices automatically update when you push a new version. Zero manual intervention.
+Digital Signage for Any Space
+One platform, every use case.
+Retail & QSR
+Menu boards, promotions, and price updates pushed to every location instantly.
+Restaurants & Cafés
+Digital menu boards with dayparting — breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus that switch themselves on + schedule.
+Offices & Corporate
+Lobby welcome screens, meeting-room signs, KPI dashboards, and internal comms.
+Schools & Universities
+Campus announcements, event calendars, and emergency alerts across every building.
+Healthcare & Clinics
+Waiting-room info, wayfinding, and check-in kiosks that keep playing even offline.
+Churches & Nonprofits
+Free, self-hostable signage for lobbies and sanctuaries with no recurring cost.
+Gyms & Fitness
+Class schedules, promos, and live directories on any screen you already own.
+Building & Staff Directories
+Scrolling lobby, tenant, and staff directories with categories and anti-burn-in.
+Runs on Everything
+No hardware lock-in. Use any screen you already have.
+Simple, Honest Pricing
+All plans include remote control, monitoring, and unlimited content
+ +How We Compare
+| + | SwiftDisplay | +Yodeck | +ScreenCloud | +OptiSigns | +
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (15 devices/yr) | +€1,188 | +€1,440+ | +€3,600+ | +€1,800+ | +
| Free tier | +✓ 1 device | +✓ | +✗ | +✓ | +
| Video Wall | +✓ Included | +Basic | ++ Basic | +Paid add-on | +
| Live screen view + remote key presses* | +✓ All plans | +Limited | +Limited | +Limited | +
| Kiosk/Touchscreen | +✓ Included | +✓ | +Limited | +✓ | +
| Proof-of-Play | +✓ All plans | +Paid tier | +Paid | +Paid | +
| Self-Hosted | +✓ Only us | +✗ | +✗ | +✗ | +
| White Label | +✓ Included | +Paid | +Enterprise | +Paid tier | +
| Email Alerts | +✓ All plans | +Paid | +Paid | +Paid | +
+ * Live screen view + remote key presses is Android only and requires granting the on-device accessibility
+ permission.
+ Comparison as of June 2026, based on each vendor's publicly listed pricing and documentation. Spot an error? Open an issue on GitHub and we'll fix it.
+
Resources
+Setup guides and honest comparisons.
+Frequently Asked Questions
+Everything you need to know about running open-source digital signage.
+Is there free digital signage software?
+Yes. SwiftDisplay is free and open source (MIT licensed). The + free cloud plan runs 1 display with 500 MB of storage, and if you self-host there's no per-screen fee at all + — run as many displays as your own server can handle. New accounts also get a 14-day Pro trial (15 displays) + with no credit card required.
+Can I run digital signage on a Raspberry Pi?
+Yes. A Raspberry Pi 4 or newer makes an excellent low-cost + signage player. Our one-line installer sets up kiosk mode, auto-start, and pairing for you. See the full + walkthrough in our Raspberry Pi digital signage + guide.
+Does SwiftDisplay work on Android TV and Fire TV?
+Yes. Install the free APK on any Android TV box or Amazon Fire TV + Stick to turn it into a managed signage display, complete with kiosk mode and live remote control. + Step-by-step instructions are in our Android TV & Fire + TV guide. SwiftDisplay also runs on Windows, ChromeOS, LG webOS, Samsung Tizen, and any web browser. +
+What's the difference between self-hosted and cloud digital + signage?
+With cloud, we host everything and you just sign in — the fastest + way to start. With self-hosting, you deploy SwiftDisplay on your own server or VPS so your content and + device data never leave your network, with no recurring SaaS fees. You can switch later. Our self-hosted digital signage guide covers sizing, + deployment, TLS, and backups.
+Is SwiftDisplay really open source?
+Yes. The full platform is released under the permissive MIT + license on GitHub. + You can read the code, self-host it, modify it, and even white-label it — no vendor lock-in and no + proprietary black box.
+What can I put on my screens?
+Images, video, playlists, multi-zone layouts, and live widgets — + clocks, weather, RSS tickers, countdowns, QR codes, web pages, and scrolling lobby/staff directories. You + can schedule different content by day and time, per display or per group.
+Do my displays keep playing if the internet goes down?
+Yes. SwiftDisplay players cache their content locally and keep + playing during an internet or server outage, then sync automatically once the connection returns. No blank + screens.
+Can I control my screens remotely?
+Yes, on every plan. See a live view of what's on each screen, + push content instantly, and send remote key presses or power commands. (Live view and key presses on Android + require the on-device accessibility permission.)
+Is there a limit on how many screens I can manage?
+On cloud plans, your display count is set by your tier (1 free, + up to 15 on Pro, more on Enterprise). If you self-host, there is no built-in device cap — you're limited + only by your own hardware.
+How does SwiftDisplay compare to Yodeck, ScreenCloud, and + OptiSigns?
+SwiftDisplay is typically a fraction of the price at scale and is + the only one of the four you can self-host. See the detailed breakdowns: vs Yodeck, vs + ScreenCloud, and vs OptiSigns.
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