Where Is the MiniDLNA Config File on Linux?
MiniDLNA reads /etc/minidlna.conf on Linux, with its media database in /var/cache/minidlna.
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MiniDLNA (ReadyMedia) configures through /etc/minidlna.conf: media directories, friendly name, ports, and rescan behavior. One file runs the whole server, which suits small NAS boxes.
The scanned media database lives apart in /var/cache/minidlna. Forcing a rescan rebuilds it from the folders, which takes a while on big libraries. Back up the conf file; the cache rebuilds itself after moves.
Where MiniDLNA stores this, by platform
/etc/minidlna.conf
Media dirs, ports, and scan options. Root owned. Restart the minidlna service after edits and watch logs for unscanned folders.
/var/cache/minidlna
Scanned database and art cache. Delete to force a clean rescan. Rebuilds take a while on big libraries, so schedule them.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add media folders to MiniDLNA?
Add media_dir lines in /etc/minidlna.conf with type prefixes for audio, video, and pictures. Restart the service and trigger a rescan to index them.
Where is the MiniDLNA database?
Under /var/cache/minidlna by default, path set in the conf. Wiping it only costs rescan time. The conf file is the real backup.
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