ntfy - PUT/POST to your phone

ntfy - PUT/POST to your phone

Streamlined Push Notifications via HTTP

• ntfy is a versatile, open-source pub-sub notification service that allows you to send push notifications directly to your phone or desktop from virtually any environment.

• By utilizing simple HTTP PUT or POST requests, you can integrate real-time alerts into your scripts, servers, or custom applications without the need for complex API keys or proprietary mobile SDKs.

How It Works

• The service functions as a bridge between your digital infrastructure and your mobile device.

• You subscribe to a specific topic within the ntfy mobile application or web client; once subscribed, any data sent to that topic’s URL via an HTTP request is instantly delivered as a push notification.

Practical Use Cases

1. Infrastructure Monitoring:

• Receive immediate alerts when a background script completes, a long-running process finishes, or a scheduled backup fails.

2. Security Auditing:

• Get notified in real-time when a user logs into your server or when sensitive files are accessed.

3. Automation:

• Integrate push capability into home automation systems, CI/CD pipelines, or cron jobs to stay updated on system health.

Implementation Examples

You can trigger notifications using standard command-line tools available on almost any operating system:

• Linux/macOS (curl): curl -d "Database migration completed successfully" ntfy.sh/your_topic_name

• Windows (PowerShell): Invoke-WebRequest -Method Post -Body "Server alert: High CPU usage detected" -Uri https://ntfy.sh/your_topic_name

Why Use ntfy?

• Platform Agnostic: Works perfectly with Bash, PowerShell, Python, Node.js, or any language capable of making an HTTP request.

• Lightweight: No heavy dependencies or complex authentication flows required for basic usage.

• Open Source: Transparent, reliable, and free to use via the public ntfy.sh server, or self-hostable for complete control over your data.

For comprehensive documentation and advanced features, visit https://ntfy.sh.

FAQ

Q: Do I need to be a developer to use ntfy?

A: While ntfy is highly beneficial for developers, you do not need to be a software engineer to use it. If you are comfortable running a basic command in your terminal or adding a simple line of code to a script, you can easily integrate ntfy into your tasks. Its design is intended to be accessible to anyone who needs to monitor automated processes.

Q: Is my data secure when using the public ntfy.sh server?

A: The public server is designed for convenience, but if you are handling sensitive information, you should consider using private, protected topics or self-hosting your own ntfy server. Self-hosting gives you complete control over your data and ensures that your notifications never leave your own infrastructure, providing the highest level of privacy and security.

Q: How do I make sure no one else sends messages to my topic?

A: You can secure your topic by setting a password on the ntfy instance or using the service's built-in access control features. By assigning a password to your specific topic, only users who possess the credentials can successfully send notifications to that channel, preventing unauthorized users from spamming your device.

Version History

v1.25.2——21 Jul 2026

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*1.25.2

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!

*1.24.0

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!

*1.23.0

Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!