RSS-Librarian is an innovative read-it-later service designed specifically for RSS purists. This unique tool allows users to effortlessly add articles they wish to read to a personal RSS feed, enabling them to access these articles directly within their preferred RSS reader. This approach eliminates the need for traditional read-it-later services like Pocket or Instapaper, and it integrates seamlessly into your existing workflow without the requirement for accounts or databases.

Key Features:

• Personal RSS Feed: Access your saved articles in a dedicated RSS feed, making them available in your reader application.
• No Account Required: Enjoy a hassle-free experience with no sign-up or user accounts necessary.
• Self-Hosted Solution: Take control by self-hosting the service using a simple PHP file, fostering privacy and flexibility.
• Content Extraction: Automatically extract article content using a robust readability service, ensuring you have a clean and readable format even for complex online articles.

Use Cases:

RSS-Librarian is perfect for you if you want to:

• Store individual articles in your RSS reader.
• Avoid reliance on third-party read-it-later applications such as Pocket or Instapaper.
• Simplify your reading process without multiple applications or services.
• Access articles offline in a readable format while keeping your feed organized but not cluttered.
• Synchronize your favorite articles across multiple devices.
• Set up a self-hosted solution for extended control over your content.

Getting Started:

To start using RSS-Librarian, visit your library instance, easily add your first URL, and you'll receive a personal URL that allows you to continue adding articles to your unique feed.

How It Works:

By simply uploading the librarian.php file to any PHP-compatible host, you can manage your readings effortlessly. The service uses parameters to create and manage individual feeds based on a generated ID tied to each unique URL you submit.

For maximum performance, it caches a robust 100 entries, automatically removing the oldest items as needed. You can even enhance local functionality by integrating additional content extraction capabilities. For a deeper dive, follow the detailed setup instructions to install dependencies and customize your service.

**Try RSS-Librarian today and take the first step towards a streamlined, individualized reading experience!