Portico documentation

Everything from the first install to backups and troubleshooting. Pick the path that fits, or press / to search every article.

Start here

What Portico is, and how to get a server ready for its first library.

Install Portico Server

Choose a server computer, install Portico and finish first-run setup.

Organize and add media

Set up folders, create libraries, scan files and fix matches.

Watch with Portico

Browse, search, play, track progress, and pick audio and subtitles.

Remote access

Connect securely to a Portico Server from outside its local network.

People and access

Create accounts, give people access to libraries and set permissions.

Live TV and DVR

Set up channels and guide data, and manage recordings, schedules and conflicts.

Server administration

Run, monitor, update, back up and maintain a Portico Server.

Apps and devices

Use Portico on the web, phones, tablets, TVs and streaming devices.

Troubleshooting

Fix connection, library, playback, sign-in and recording problems.

Security and privacy

How sign-in, direct connections and data storage work, and how to report a security issue.

Developers

The server API, client architecture, security requirements and how to report issues.