What is AudioBookRequest [Exposed!]?

AudioBookRequest [Exposed!] removes ElfHosted SSO from your AudioBookRequest UI, replacing it with AudioBookRequest's built-in authentication. Household members and friends can log in with their own AudioBookRequest accounts to browse, search, and request audiobooks — without needing access to your ElfHosted dashboard.

Who needs this?

Anyone running an audiobook library who wants other people to submit requests directly. With [Exposed!], you create AudioBookRequest user accounts for each requester, share the public URL, and let them search and request titles without involving you for every new book.

Compatible integrations

• 📚 AudioBookWorm Bundle workflows
• 🎧 Audiobookshelf import pipelines
• 🔌 Readarr / external *arr automation

Security requirements

You must configure secure authentication inside AudioBookRequest before subscribing — create distinct user accounts with strong passwords for every household member. The AudioBookRequest login screen becomes the only barrier between the public internet and your request queue.

Why ElfHosted?

Running AudioBookRequest at home and exposing it for household members means port forwarding, TLS certificates, and dealing with dynamic DNS every time your home IP changes. ElfHosted's [Exposed!] gives you a stable public URL with TLS handled automatically — share it once and it works forever.

FAQ

Can I restrict who can register new accounts?
Yes — AudioBookRequest's admin settings let you disable open registration so only you can create new user accounts.

Does this give household users access to my Audiobookshelf library?
No — AudioBookRequest is a request manager, not a player. The library itself stays separate.