A minimalist, self-hosted RSS/Atom aggregator that updates feeds via cron for fast, non-intrusive reading.
Leed is a lightweight, self-hosted RSS and Atom feed aggregator that allows users to subscribe to and read web feeds in a fast, non-intrusive interface. It solves the problem of slow feed updates by processing subscriptions in the background via cron jobs, ensuring immediate access to content.
Users who prefer self-hosted solutions for RSS reading, including individuals, bloggers, and tech enthusiasts who want full control over their feed data and privacy.
Developers choose Leed for its minimalist design, efficient background processing, and self-hosting capability, offering a faster alternative to web-based readers without sacrificing compatibility with standard feed formats.
Leed (contraction de Light Feed) est un agrégateur RSS libre et minimaliste qui permet la consultation de flux RSS de manière rapide et non intrusive.
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Uses cron jobs to update feeds in the background, ensuring instant access to content without delays during user interaction, as highlighted in the README's focus on speed and non-intrusive updates.
Fully responsive design works on desktops, tablets, and smartphones, providing a seamless reading experience across all devices, as stated in the compatibility notes.
Supports OPML import/export, allowing users to easily transfer subscriptions to and from other RSS aggregators that respect the standard, facilitating quick setup and portability.
Offers a plugin ecosystem through the Leed Market repository, enabling functionality extensions with officially approved add-ons, though availability may be limited compared to larger projects.
Officially tested only on Apache; using Nginx or other servers may require unsupported configuration, as admitted in the prerequisites with 'not tested on other webservers'.
Background updates depend on user-configured cron tasks, adding complexity for those unfamiliar with system administration, and the README provides multiple methods that can be error-prone.
Relies on older libraries like JQuery and SimplePie, which might not align with modern web development practices or receive frequent updates, potentially limiting performance and security.