# Serafin for Jellyfin — A native Jellyfin client

> Native iOS client for personal Jellyfin media server access and playback. (iPhone/iPad app by Timothy Sullivan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/serafin-for-jellyfin/id6818960899 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Timothy Sullivan](https://appshunter.io/developer/6818960901)
- Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.1 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-11-02
- Data updated: 2026-11-10
- Monetization: free

## What is Serafin for Jellyfin?

Serafin is a native iPhone and iPad app for watching the movies and shows on your own Jellyfin server. Artwork fills the screen, Liquid Glass controls float over it, and everything works the way the rest of iOS does.

Your library
• Home picks up where you left off with Continue Watching and Next Up, and shows what's new.
• Browse movies and shows by poster, sort and filter them, and find anything with Search.
• Detail pages show the cast, seasons and episodes over full-screen artwork.
• Mark things watched or add them to Favorites with a tap.

The player
• Picture in Picture, AirPlay, and controls on the Lock Screen.
• Choose audio and subtitle tracks, change subtitle size and style, and jump between chapters.
• Skip intros, recaps and credits when your server marks them, automatically if you like.
• Set the streaming quality separately for Wi-Fi and cellular.

Made for iPhone and iPad
• A sidebar on iPad, Stage Manager and keyboard shortcuts.
• Continue watching from Siri, Shortcuts and Spotlight.
• Light and dark appearance, Dynamic Type and VoiceOver throughout.

Private by design
• Serafin talks only to your server. There are no analytics, no ads and no tracking.
• It keeps only a sign-in token, in this device's Keychain, and never stores your password.
• Lock Serafin with Face ID, Touch ID or your passcode.
• Sign in with your password or with Quick Connect, and add servers on your home network, over Tailscale, or with a self-signed certificate you check yourself.

Serafin needs a Jellyfin server, which you set up and run yourself. Serafin doesn't provide any movies or shows. Serafin is an independent app and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by the Jellyfin project.

Serafin is open source: github.com/timsullivan2019/serafin

## Key features

- Browse and manage Jellyfin library
- Continue watching and next up tracking
- Customizable playback controls
- Picture in Picture and AirPlay support
- Offline access to server content
- Private and ad-free experience

## Is Serafin for Jellyfin safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Serafin for Jellyfin.

## Is Serafin for Jellyfin legit?

Serafin for Jellyfin has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Serafin for Jellyfin is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Frequently asked questions about Serafin for Jellyfin

### Does Serafin have ads?

No, Serafin is designed to be private and ad-free. It connects directly to your Jellyfin server without any advertisements or user tracking.

### How much does Serafin cost?

Serafin is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with using the application.

### What devices does Serafin support?

Serafin is built for iPhone and iPad devices. It supports features like a sidebar on iPad and Stage Manager.

### How often is Serafin updated?

Serafin was last updated on November 2, 2026, with version 1.0.0. As an open-source project, updates may be released periodically by the developer.

### Can I use Serafin offline?

Serafin requires a connection to your Jellyfin server to stream content. While it doesn't offer offline downloads, it provides seamless playback and control once connected.

### Is Serafin safe to use with my Jellyfin server?

Yes, Serafin is private by design and only communicates with your Jellyfin server. It stores sign-in tokens securely in the device's Keychain and does not store your password.

### What is the age rating for Serafin?

Serafin has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for general audiences and does not contain content typically restricted for younger users.

### Does Serafin offer parental controls?

Serafin itself does not provide parental controls. Any content restrictions or parental controls would need to be managed on your Jellyfin server itself.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-11-02

No release notes.

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## Related topics

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