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Turn Any Website Into an RSS Feed - Never Miss Updates Again

Run html2rss-web with Docker, start with included feeds, and add custom configs only when you need more control.

🚀 Get Started in 30 Seconds

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Start here: Run html2rss-web with Docker | Browse working feed examples

Need more control? Write a custom feed config

How It Works

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  1. Run your own local instance with Docker
  2. Use included feeds or add your own website targets
  3. Subscribe from your RSS reader using stable feed URLs

Why RSS Still Matters Today

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Real examples of what you can do:

  • Follow your favorite blogs without social media algorithms
  • Get notified when your local news site posts about your neighborhood
  • Track job postings from multiple company websites
  • Monitor product updates from software vendors
  • Follow academic papers from your field

RSS vs Social Media:

  • ✅ No algorithms deciding what you see
  • ✅ No ads or sponsored content
  • ✅ Works with any feed reader you choose
  • ✅ Your data stays private
  • ✅ Never miss updates - automatic notifications
  • ✅ Save time - no more manual checking

What is html2rss?

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html2rss is a toolkit for turning websites into RSS feeds. Think of it as a translator that converts website content into a format your feed reader can understand.

Most people should start with the web application:

  • 🌐 html2rss-web - The easiest way to run your own feed server with Docker
  • ⚙️ html2rss gem - The underlying engine, CLI, and developer interface

🎯 Choose Your Path

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I want a working instance first

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  1. Run html2rss-web with Docker - Recommended starting path
  2. Browse working feed examples - See what success looks like
  3. Use the included configs - Start with ready-made feeds

I need more control

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  1. Creating Custom Feeds - Write and test your own configs
  2. Selectors Reference - Learn the matching rules
  3. Strategy Reference - Use browserless for JS-heavy sites

I’m building or integrating

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  1. Ruby Gem Reference - Full API documentation
  2. Advanced Features - Custom HTTP requests, etc.
  3. Contribute to Core - Help improve the engine

🌟 What People Are Using html2rss For

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  • News & Blogs: Follow your favorite writers without social media
  • Job Hunting: Track job postings from multiple company sites
  • Product Updates: Get notified when software you use gets updated
  • Academic Research: Follow new papers in your field
  • Local News: Stay updated on your neighborhood and city
  • Hobby Communities: Follow forums and communities you care about

Browse all examples in our Feed Directory →

🔧 Common Issues?

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Start with Docker, not a public instance. That gives you the most reliable path and the newest integrated behavior.

Feed not working? Check our troubleshooting guide

Need custom control? Continue to Creating Custom Feeds

Need help? Join our community discussions

Found a bug? Report it on GitHub