2025-02-20, 06:09 PM
If you have kids, the symlink suggestion can be used to create an "approved" library.
While Jellyfin does have parental controls that work reasonably well, I've found that the ratings some shows get I don't agree with. In both directions. Some shows with "kid friendly" ratings I would be hesitant to let my kid watch. Some content with "teenager" ratings I think are perfectly fine for my kid.
So creating an "approved" library(s) with symlinks was my way to control what my kid watches without having to worry about a show/movie not having a rating I agree with.
While Jellyfin does have parental controls that work reasonably well, I've found that the ratings some shows get I don't agree with. In both directions. Some shows with "kid friendly" ratings I would be hesitant to let my kid watch. Some content with "teenager" ratings I think are perfectly fine for my kid.
So creating an "approved" library(s) with symlinks was my way to control what my kid watches without having to worry about a show/movie not having a rating I agree with.