Plex's Lifetime Pass is (basically) dead. Here's how to switch to Jellyfin.

Free software is the lifeblood of computing. That's not to say that paid software isn't important or isn't worth it... but when it comes right down to it? Pretty much every piece of proprietary software is just a frontend for open source (or, at worst, just some closed-source glue holding some free stuff together).If you self-host your own media collection (like some kinda nerd) then chances are high you've heard of Plex.Plex is a piece of paid software that helps you manage and stream your media (movies, TV, music, etc.). It essentially lets you create your own, personal Netflix.Why am I talking about Plex? After all, it's proprietary software. It's paid software. Well, today, May 19th 2026, they decided to increase their lifetime license fee by 300%. That's not a joke.Starting July 1st, 2026, the Lifetime Plex Pass fee will increase from a one-time payment of $250 to a one-time charge of $750.Why? According to their announcement post, quote:This adjustment ensures that the price of…