How to Chromecast Jellyfin to TV [Two Ways]

Jellyfin is a free media server application that comes with built-in Chromecast support. The application allows you to store, manage, and stream media files you have uploaded to the Jellyfin media server. The Jellyfin app is completely safe to use on any device. You can find the Jellyfin app only on certain smart TV models.

If your Smart TV is not compatible with the Jellyfin app, you can access its Chromecast feature to cast the content from your smartphone and PC to the TV by connecting both devices to the same WiFi. From this article, you will learn how to Chromecast the Jellyfin app from your smartphone and PC to your smart TV.

Pre-Requisites:

• Plug In and set up a Chromecast device with your Smart TV.
• Ensure that the casting device (smartphone or PC) and Chromecast are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• Update your Chromecast’s firmware and the Jellyfin app to the latest version.

How to Chromecast Jellyfin from Android Phone/iPhone

[1] Download the Jellyfin app from the Google Play Store or App Store on your smartphone.

[2] Launch the Jellyfin app and tap the Add Server option.

[3] Enter the Host address and hit the Connect button.

[4] Now, sign in with your credentials and locate the content that you need to Cast on your TV.

[5] Tap on the Cast icon and select your Chromecast device or Smart from the active devices.

[6] Now, the content on the Jellyfin app will start to cast on your TV.

How to Chromecast Jellyfin Using a PC

[1] Install the Jellyfin app on your Windows or Mac PC by visiting its official website.

[2] Open the Jellyfin application on your PC.

[3] Sign in to your Jellyfin account and play any media content from the server.

[4] From the playback screen, click the Cast icon.

[5] Select your Chromecast device.

[6] Now, the media content will appear on the Chromecast-connected TV.

How to Chromecast Jellyfin from Mac

Since Jellyfin is unsupported in for MacBook, you can use the Chrome browser to cast its content on the TV.

[1] Open the Chrome browser on your MacBook.

[2] Visit the official website Jellyfin and select the See it in Action button.

[3] Sign in with your account and select the content that you need to stream on your TV.

[4] Right-click anywhere and hit the Cast option.

[5] Select your TV and choose the Cast tab from the Sources drop-down box.

How to Setup Jellyfin Server on PC

If you haven’t created a Jellyfin server, refer to the steps below to create it and cast the media files from the server to your TV.

[1] Launch the Jellyfin application on your PC.

[2] Choose your desired language and tap Next to proceed further.

[3] Type the username and create a password. Then, select Next.

[4] Tap the Plus icon and upload the media files to your Jellyfin server. After uploading the files, click Next.

[5] Select your meta language and hit the option Next.

[6] Tick the checkbox placed near the option Allow remote connections to this Jellyfin Server.

[7] Finally, select Next to complete the process.

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