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 โ€” 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.

๐ŸŽฏ 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 โ€” 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.

๐Ÿ”ง 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.

๐Ÿ“ก 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)

๐Ÿ’ป 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:
๐Ÿ‘‰ https://github.com/luarvique/openwebrx

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


๐ŸŒ Join the Global Listening Network

Thereโ€™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.

Itโ€™s time to put your SDR to good use.

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