What is a plex token and how to install plexinc/pms-docker | PLEX

Do you love movies and TV shows? If so, then you'll need a Plex Claim Token. This token gives you access to the Plex media server software, which allows you to manage and stream your media collection.

In this article, we'll explain what a Plex Claim Token is and how to get it, and show you how to install Plex Media Server on Docker using Plex Inc's official repositories.

What is plexinc/pms-docker

The plexinc/pms-docker image is a great way to get started with Plex. It's easy to use and comes with all the features you need to get started. Plus, it's free!

You can get it from here : https://hub.docker.com/r/plexinc/pms-docker/

What is a plex claim token

A plex claim token is a digital asset that represents a share in a Plex Media Server. When you purchase a plex claim token, you become the owner of a portion of the server and can stream your content from any location in the world. Plex tokens are stored on the Ethereum blockchain and can be transferred or traded at any time.

How to generate a plex claim token

To get started, you'll need to create a Plex account. Once you have an account, you can generate aPlex Claim Token. This token will allow you to connect to the Plex media server and start streaming your media collection.

To generate a Plex Claim Token, visit the Plex website and sign in. Once you're signed in, click on the "Get Started" button and then select "https://www.plex.tv/claim".

Enter the information requested on the page, including your email address and Plex account password. Then, click on the "Generate Token" button.

You'll be given a token that you can use to connect to the Plex media server. Copy and paste this token into the "Token" field on the configuration below , and then “deploy your Stack/docker-compose”.

version: '3.3'
services:
    pms-docker:
        container_name: plex
        Hostname: plex
        network_mode: host
        environment:
            - TZ=Africa/Casablanca
            - PLEX_CLAIM=<claimToken>
        volumes:
            - '/volume1/docker/plex/config:/config'
            - '/volume1/docker/plex/transcode/temp>:/transcode'
            - '/volume1/docker/plex/data:/data'
        image: plexinc/pms-docker

Once the server is up and running, you can start streaming your media collection. Enjoy!

http://your IP SERVER:32400

Conclusion

If you’re looking for an easy way to own and share your media files with friends and family around the globe, purchasing a plex claim token may be the right solution for you. Plex tokens are stored on the Ethereum blockchain and can be transferred or traded at any time, so you always have access to your content.

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