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Homepage badges state Kavita is 100% free and open source to install on your server.
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- Homepage badges state Kavita is 100% free and open source to install on your server.
Kavita
● Identity checkedMedia library · Vendor site 2026-10-04
Kavita is a self-hosted digital library for comics, manga, EPUB, and PDF with built-in readers, OPDS, Docker deployment, and rich metadata. It targets readers who want fast, private media hosting with user management and annotation support.
- Category
- Media library
- Free access
- Homepage badges state Kavita is 100% free and open source to install on your server.
- API access
- Not confirmed on the marketing homepage.
Is Kavita right for you?
A good fit for
Comic and ebook collectors who self-host libraries for household or community sharing with granular permissions.
Before you choose
You provide storage and server capacity for large libraries; hosted SaaS is not offered on the homepage.
Self-hosted reading server
KavitaReader.com promotes a privacy-friendly library stack with dedicated readers, OPDS feeds, and user management for sharing large comic and ebook collections.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formats | Meta description lists EPUB, PDF, comics, and manga with built-in readers including webtoon mode. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Access control | Homepage highlights OIDC or built-in logins with library and age restrictions per user. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Annotations | Feature list mentions highlights, notes, sharing annotations, and export to Obsidian. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
Understand the total cost
Kavita pricing & plans
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What is Kavita used for?
Kavita is a self-hosted digital library for comics, manga, EPUB, and PDF with built-in readers, OPDS, Docker deployment, and rich metadata. It targets readers who want fast, private media hosting with user management and annotation support.
Does Kavita have a free plan?
Homepage badges state Kavita is 100% free and open source to install on your server.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Kavita cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Kavita through an API?
Not confirmed on the marketing homepage.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
You provide storage and server capacity for large libraries; hosted SaaS is not offered on the homepage.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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