Introduction

Freefy is a free music streaming service that lets users find and listen to millions of songs, albums and artists without paying a subscription or hearing ads between songs.

The goal was simple: offer the same features people expect from mainstream platforms, but completely free.

The challenge

Building a streaming experience involves more than just a nice player:

• Fast search across millions of tracks
• Smooth audio playback and queue management
• Clean, accessible UI that works on mobile and desktop
• Reliable hosting and caching for artwork and metadata

Tech stack

• Frontend: Next.js, React, TypeScript, TailwindCSS
• Backend/API: Node.js with serverless functions
• Audio: Native web audio APIs with custom player controls
• Deployment: Vercel for global edge delivery

Design decisions

I kept the interface minimal so the content — music — stays in focus. Large artwork, easy navigation and a persistent player bar make the app feel native without unnecessary chrome.

Visit

Visit the official site to try it out.