Quick Start Guide

Integrate your entire private music library into your Streamline collection in 3 minutes

Before You Begin

  • A computer to run the SOUND server (Mac, Windows, or Linux)
  • Your music collection in a folder (MP3, FLAC, M4A, WAV, OGG, etc.)
  • A free Streamline account (create one if you haven't already)
1

Download & Install SOUND

Download the SOUND desktop app for your operating system. SOUND runs as a native application and serves your personal music library for you to access in Streamline. SOUND is designed for you to leave up and running the background indefinitely.

Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux

2

Configure Your Library

Launch SOUND and point it to your music folder. SOUND will automatically scan and index all your tracks with metadata and album artwork.

  1. 1.Open SOUND and go to Settings → General
  2. 2.Click "Choose Folder" and select your music directory
  3. 3.SOUND will scan and index all music files automatically

Supported formats: MP3, FLAC, M4A, WAV, OGG, OPUS, AAC, WMA

3

Connect to Streamline

Connect SOUND to your Streamline account. SOUND will create a secure connection and you can start streaming immediately.

From the SOUND app, go to Settings → General and click "Launch Streamline"

Please note:

You will have to be signed in to your Streamline account in a browser for the connection to be made.

If SOUND is shut down or restarted, you will have to re-connect your server back to Streamline.

We set up a default, secure, one-click remote connection using a Cloudflare tunnel under the hood. We are working on Advanced Remote Access options.

4

Start Streaming!

As long as SOUND is running on your computer, your music library will be accessible in Streamline from anywhere in the world.

What you can do:

  • ✓ Browse by artist, album, or track
  • ✓ Search your entire library instantly
  • ✓ Edit track metadata and upload artwork
  • ✓ Most importantly, stream your music from anywhere!
5

Install as PWA (Optional)

Install Streamline as a Progressive Web App on your phone or computer for a native app experience with offline support. (Native mobile apps for iOS and Android are currently in development!)

On Mobile (iOS/Android)

  1. 1. Tap the Share button (iOS) or Menu (Android)
  2. 2. Select "Add to Home Screen"
  3. 3. Tap "Add" to install

On Desktop

  1. 1. Click the install icon in the URL bar
  2. 2. Click "Install"
  3. 3. Launch from your applications

Installing as a PWA gives you a dedicated window, offline caching, and system media controls.

You're All Set!

Your personal music server is now running. Find your entire personal music library integrated with albums purchased on Streamline.