Explore the Radio Spectrum with OpenWebRX+

openwebrx plus

If you’ve ever wanted to explore the radio spectrum from anywhere in the world, OpenWebRX+ offers a modern and accessible way to do just that — right from your web browser.

Built on top of the original OpenWebRX project, OpenWebRX+ is a community-driven fork that adds powerful features and support for a broader range of use cases, including amateur radio, shortwave listening, digital mode decoding, and even aviation or maritime monitoring.

🎯 What is OpenWebRX+?

OpenWebRX+ is a web-based software-defined radio (SDR) receiver platform. It lets multiple users access and listen to live SDR streams through a simple, responsive web interface. No complicated setup is needed for the listener — just open your browser and tune in.

Whether you’re a licensed ham radio operator, a shortwave enthusiast, or just curious about what’s on the airwaves, OpenWebRX+ makes radio accessible and enjoyable.

🔧 Key Features

  • Multi-user support with efficient bandwidth sharing
  • Real-time waterfall display with fast refresh and zoom
  • AM, FM, SSB, CW, and digital modes (e.g., FT8, DMR, D-STAR, POCSAG)
  • TETRA decoder
  • Automatic decoder modules for popular digital signals
  • Web-based configuration interface
  • Mobile-friendly design

Thanks to its modular architecture, OpenWebRX+ continues to grow and integrate new features that help hobbyists, educators, and researchers monitor and explore radio signals more effectively.

📡 Great for:

  • Amateur radio operators who want to set up a remote receiver
  • Radio clubs looking to make their SDR available to the public
  • Developers and researchers working with digital radio protocols
  • Listeners who enjoy discovering international broadcasts or local emergency services (where legal)

💻 Easy to Set Up

You can run OpenWebRX+ on various hardware, including:

  • Raspberry Pi (for light to moderate use)
  • Intel/AMD Linux servers
  • SDRs like RTL-SDR, Airspy, HackRF, LimeSDR, and others

The project is open-source and available on GitHub at:
👉 https://github.com/luarvique/openwebrx

Full installation instructions, support, and community discussions are actively maintained.


🌍 Join the Global Listening Network

There’s something magical about tuning into signals from halfway across the world. Whether you’re decoding digital messages, monitoring weather balloons, or just enjoying the hiss of static, OpenWebRX+ connects you to the heartbeat of the RF spectrum.

It’s time to put your SDR to good use.

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