Is there free digital signage software?
Yes. Photon Signage has a free cloud plan that runs 2 displays with 500 MB of storage, and if you self-host there's no per-screen fee at all.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Everything you need to know about running your screens with Photon Signage.
Can I run digital signage on a Raspberry Pi?
Yes. A Raspberry Pi 4 or newer makes an excellent low-cost signage player. Our one-line installer sets up kiosk mode, auto-start, and pairing for you. See the full walkthrough in our Raspberry Pi digital signage guide.
Does Photon Signage work on Android TV and Fire TV?
Yes. Install the free APK on any Android TV box or Amazon Fire TV Stick to turn it into a managed signage display, complete with kiosk mode and live remote control. Step-by-step instructions are in our Android TV & Fire TV guide.
What's the difference between self-hosted and cloud digital signage?
With cloud, we host everything and you just sign in. That is the fastest way to start. With self-hosting, you deploy Photon Signage on your own server or VPS so your content and device data never leave your network, with no recurring SaaS fees. Our self-hosted digital signage guide covers sizing, deployment, TLS, and backups.
Do my displays keep playing if the internet goes down?
Yes. Photon Signage players cache their content locally and keep playing during an internet or server outage, then sync automatically once the connection returns. No blank screens.
Can I control my screens remotely?
Yes, on every plan. See a live view of what's on each screen, push content instantly, and send remote key presses or power commands.
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