See the Getting Started guide for more detailed steps on getting up and running.
Zaparoo requires Zaparoo Core installed on your target device, plus a frontend app such as Zaparoo App to manage it and create tokens like NFC tags.
Zaparoo App
Zaparoo App is the primary frontend for Zaparoo. Manage the Zaparoo Core service, create NFC tags, edit ZapScripts, and browse your media library right from your phone. Free to download.
If you don't want to or can't use your phone, other frontends are available like the built-in web UI, terminal UI, CLI and API interfaces. Zaparoo is an open platform that encourages useful and unique ways to access media!
An optional Pro upgrade turns your phone into a wireless reader. It's a one-time purchase that supports ongoing Zaparoo development. See the Zaparoo App page for details.
Zaparoo Core
The Zaparoo Core application runs in the background on your device and coordinates all hardware and software to make Zaparoo work. The service is built for minimal resource usage, so it won't interfere with your media playing.
Device Architectures
If you're not sure which download to pick:
| Architecture | Common Devices |
|---|---|
| x86-64 | Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Legion Go, most Windows PCs and laptops, Intel Macs |
| ARM64 | Raspberry Pi 4/5, Zero 2, handheld emulators, Apple Silicon Macs (M1/M2/M3) |
| ARM32 | Raspberry Pi 3, Zero, older handhelds |
| x86 | Legacy PCs (rarely needed) |
You won't damage anything by trying the wrong one. If it's wrong, it just won't run.
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