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ntfy

Publish and subscribe to ntfy notifications via HTTP or CLI.

1|Updated Feb 24, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#notifications#publish#http#ntfy#subscribe
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dzackgarza/ai --skill ntfy-dzackgarza
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ntfy
Source: https://github.com/dzackgarza/ai/tree/main/opencode/skills/ntfy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dzackgarza/ai --skill ntfy-dzackgarza

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

ntfy provides a lightweight, HTTP/CLI-based notification system that enables automation and alerting across scripts, cron jobs, and CI pipelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Publish notifications via HTTP or the ntfy CLI for automation pipelines and cron jobs.
  • Subscribe/consume messages using streaming or polling endpoints, enabling alert dashboards and automated workflows.
  • Authenticate to protected topics and leverage advanced delivery features (title, priority, tags, actions, and attachments) for richer notifications.

Quick Start

Publish and subscribe to ntfy notifications from scripts, cron jobs, or CI pipelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about ntfy

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I send HTTP notifications from a cron job or CI pipeline?▼

You can send HTTP notifications from cron jobs or CI pipelines by publishing messages to ntfy via HTTP POST requests or the ntfy CLI. This enables lightweight, automated alerting directly from your scripts without requiring a complex messaging broker.

Can I subscribe to ntfy topics using polling or streaming endpoints?▼

Yes, you can subscribe to ntfy topics using either streaming or polling HTTP endpoints. Streaming keeps a persistent connection for real-time alerts, while polling periodically checks for new messages to support automated workflows and alert dashboards.

Does ntfy support authentication for protected topics?▼

Yes, ntfy supports authentication for protected topics. You can secure your notification streams to ensure only authorized users or scripts can publish and subscribe to specific messaging channels within your automation pipelines.

What advanced delivery features are available for ntfy notifications?▼

Advanced delivery features for ntfy notifications include setting message titles, priority levels, tags, actions, and file attachments. These options allow you to send richer, more actionable alerts across multiple topics and services.

What is the best way to automate alerting without a dedicated messaging server?▼

Using a lightweight HTTP-based notification system like ntfy is the best way to automate alerting without a dedicated server. It allows you to publish and consume messages via simple HTTP endpoints or CLI commands for reliable messaging.

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