Every feature your video operation needs, on one platform.
Live streaming, video hosting, transcoding, playout, monetization, cloud production, and white-label OTT. The entire lifecycle, from contribution to delivery, in one place.
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Castr products, from live streaming to white-label OTT
Castr can solve a single workflow problem or connect every stage end to end. Each product area works on its own and gets stronger when connected, so you adopt what you need now and expand without switching platforms. For the connected view, see all Castr products.
Live streaming
Bring professional feeds into Castr and deliver them to websites, apps, social platforms, and custom destinations.
- RTMP and SRT ingest
- Multistreaming
- Adaptive delivery
- Live-to-VOD
Multistream
Broadcast one source to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, LinkedIn, and any custom RTMP or SRT destination at the same time.
- 30+ platforms
- Custom RTMP/SRT
- Scheduled streams
- Per-destination control
Ultra low latency
Deliver latency-optimized playback for interactive broadcasts, auctions, sports, and real-time audiences.
- Sub-second streaming add-on
- Interactive workflows
- Remote contribution
- Embeddable playback
IP camera streaming
Bring RTSP-based IP cameras online and deliver 24/7 camera feeds to websites, apps, and viewers anywhere.
- RTSP ingest
- 24/7 delivery
- Embeddable player
- Cloud recording
Cloud production
Build a polished program in the cloud with multiple sources, switching, overlays, audio controls, and live preview.
- Multi-source input
- Cloud switching
- Overlays
- Live preview
Transcoding
Transform contribution feeds into the formats, resolutions, and bitrate profiles required by each audience workflow.
- Adaptive bitrate
- Resolution control
- Codec conversion
- Watermarking
Video hosting
Upload, organize, protect, embed, and measure on-demand video from one library, including recordings of your live events.
- Direct upload
- VOD libraries
- Playlists
- Branded player
24/7 playout
Schedule live and recorded programming into always-on streams for owned properties and distribution partners.
- Channel scheduling
- Live insertion
- Loop mode
- Multi-destination output
Monetization
Create paid viewing experiences through event access, subscriptions, advertising, and protected playback.
- Pay-per-view
- Subscriptions
- Advertising
- Access controls
White-label OTT
Bring live and on-demand programming to branded web, mobile, and TV applications with content management built in.
- Web and mobile apps
- TV apps
- Content CMS
- Custom domain
Developer API
Use Castr infrastructure inside your own application through APIs, player integrations, and event-driven workflows.
- Live API
- Video API
- Player integration
- Webhooks
Not sure where to start?
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Feature directory
Full feature list: 82 Castr features by product, stage, and plan
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Plan availability follows the published plans. Compare plans and pricing.
Ingest & contribution
Connect production sources and move feeds into the platform. Learn more about the Castr RTMP server and SRT streaming.
RTMP ingest All plans
Send your stream to Castr using the widely supported RTMP protocol.
SRT ingest All plans
Send your stream to Castr using the low-latency, error-resistant SRT protocol.
HLS pull Standard+
Get the HLS pull URL of your stream to send it to another location.
RTMP pull Standard+
Get the RTMP pull URL of your stream to send it to another location.
RTSP pull Standard+
Get the RTSP pull URL of your stream to send it to another location.
SRT pull Standard+
Get the SRT pull URL of your stream to send it to another location.
Backup ingest Ultra+
Broadcast to primary and backup streams so delivery continues if one fails.
Regional ingest locations All plans
Contribute through ingest points close to your production for a stable first mile.
Professional encoder support All plans
Works with encoders like OBS, vMix, Wirecast, and Teradek.
IP camera workflows All plans
Bring RTSP-based IP cameras directly into your live production.
Live delivery
Route and deliver live video to owned and third-party destinations. Delivery runs on the Castr live streaming CDN.
Multistreaming All plans
Broadcast one source to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and custom destinations at once.
Custom RTMP destinations All plans
Deliver your stream to any custom RTMP or SRT endpoint you define.
Adaptive bitrate delivery Premium+
Automatically adjust bitrate to each viewer's connection for buffer-free playback.
Multi-CDN delivery All plans
Deliver via Akamai, Fastly, and CloudFront for global, low-latency reach.
Origin acceleration Premium+
Reduce origin load with intelligent caching while keeping low-latency delivery.
Low-latency playback Ultra+
Reduce playback delay with the Low Latency player.
Sub-second streaming Premium+ add-on
Real-time playback in Castr's player for interactive broadcasts, available as a plan add-on.
HLS output URL Premium+
Get an HLS URL for OTT devices like Roku, Apple TV, and Fire TV.
Embedded live player All plans
Embed livestreams on your site via link or iframe with full player controls.
Timeshifting Premium+
Go live in each audience's local timezone, wherever they are.
Live rewind Premium+
Let viewers rewind up to one hour during live broadcasts and resume anytime.
Live clipping All plans
Create and share highlight clips from a live stream without stopping the broadcast.
Cloud production
Mix sources, switch, and add graphics to build your live program in the cloud.
Multi-source input All plans
Mix live feeds (RTMP, RTSP, SRT), video files, images, and web content together.
Cloud source switching All plans
Combine input sources into Flows and switch between them instantly in the cloud.
Live preview All plans
Monitor your production output in real time before going live to catch issues early.
Graphic overlays All plans
Add graphics, logos, and text overlays to enhance production and brand presence.
Audio controls All plans
Mix and manage audio levels from multiple sources with precise controls.
Transition effects All plans
Apply broadcast-quality fades, wipes, and cuts between sources.
Transcoding
Adapt incoming video to the technical requirements of each workflow.
Custom bitrate ladders Ultra+
Set multiple predefined bitrate levels that adapt to each viewer's bandwidth.
Bitrate customization Premium+
Fine-tune encoding bitrates to balance video quality and bandwidth usage.
Resolution downscaling Premium+
Optimize video resolution for different devices and bandwidth conditions.
H.265 to H.264 conversion Premium+
Transcode modern HEVC/H.265 to widely compatible H.264 for maximum device support.
Deinterlacing Ultra+
Convert interlaced broadcast video to progressive format for improved web quality.
Interlacing Ultra+
Convert progressive video into interlaced formats used in broadcast TV workflows.
Audio splitting Ultra+
Split audio into separate tracks and transcode bitrates for each.
Video watermarking Ultra+
Protect content with custom watermarks and branding placed anywhere on screen.
Hosting
Host, organize, and embed on-demand video from one library.
Automatic live recording All plans
Automatically record live streams so every broadcast is saved for later use.
Live-to-VOD All plans
Convert recorded live streams into on-demand files for replay, sharing, and embedding.
Video hosting All plans
Host and organize your videos into branded, on-demand libraries.
VOD-to-live All plans
Schedule and broadcast pre-recorded videos as live streams.
Video playlists All plans
Curate live streams or on-demand videos into a sequential playlist.
Chapter markers All plans
Break videos into chapters so viewers can navigate and rewatch parts easily.
Dynamic player All plans
Switch between content sources in the same player without changing the embed code.
Custom thumbnails All plans
Set custom thumbnails to represent your videos and channels.
Embedded VOD player All plans
Embed on-demand videos on your site via link or iframe with full player controls.
Casting support All plans
Let viewers cast your content to larger screens.
Playout
Create scheduled and continuous channels from live and recorded media.
24/7 scheduling All plans
Upload and schedule your content for continuous 24×7 broadcast.
Live stream insertion All plans
Easily add live streams into your scheduled playout channels.
Loop mode All plans
Automatically replay content continuously for 24/7 channels without manual work.
On-the-fly schedule changes All plans
Make real-time changes to your schedule or content for last-minute updates.
Website playout embeds All plans
Embed scheduled playout channels on your website with branded, customizable players.
Multi-destination output All plans
Distribute your playout channel to multiple destinations simultaneously.
Per-channel transcoding Ultra+
Adjust the resolution and frame rate of each outgoing channel.
Playout output settings Ultra+
Choose a playout channel's resolution and frame rate at creation, up to 1080p at 60 fps.
Programming calendar Events
Plan and manage content releases with a visual schedule.
Security & control
Control where and how audiences can access live and on-demand video.
Password protection All plans
Secure streams with password authentication to control viewer access.
Domain restrictions Premium+
Restrict content to approved domains to prevent unauthorized distribution.
Geographic controls Premium+
Control access by country or region for licensing and rights compliance.
HLS protection Premium+
Protect HLS delivery so premium content stays controlled.
DRM Add-on
Multi-DRM encryption so only authorized players can decrypt premium titles. Available as an add-on on every plan.
Viewer watermarking Ultra+
Overlay viewer-specific watermarks to deter and trace unauthorized sharing.
Premium access controls Premium+
Gate premium or private content behind access rules.
Team workflows Premium+
Collaborate with teammates and sub-accounts across your operation.
Stream health monitoring All plans
Monitor active streams in real time to catch and resolve issues fast.
Monetization & OTT
Earn from your content with subscriptions, ads, and branded OTT apps.
Subscription video (SVOD) Events
Monetize with recurring subscriptions for unlimited access to your library.
Transactional video (TVOD) Events
Charge a one-time fee for access to a specific live event or video.
Advertising workflows Standard+
Monetize with pre-roll ads, choosing skippable or non-skippable playback.
30+ payment gateways Events
Accept cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and 30+ methods via Stripe.
Sales reporting Events
Access revenue analytics for transactions, subscribers, and dashboards.
Audience insights All plans
Track viewer geography, devices, engagement, and viewing patterns.
Email automation Events
Send transactional and promotional emails with built-in marketing tools.
Content CMS Events
Organize, categorize, and publish videos with a full content management system.
Series and episodes Events
Organize videos into series, seasons, and episodes for courses and shows.
Custom branding Events
White-label your service with custom logos, colors, fonts, and design.
Custom domains Events
Use your own domain name for your OTT service.
Web, mobile, and TV apps Events
Branded web app included with Events. Native iOS, Android, and TV apps are separately scoped.
48-hour OTT launch Events
Launch an OTT web app within 48 hours, then iOS, Android, and TV apps in 30 to 90 days.
Developer platform
Connect Castr capabilities to your application and internal systems.
Live streaming API Premium+
Integrate live streaming into your own apps with Castr's REST API.
Video API Premium+
Integrate video uploading and management into your product via API.
Player integration All plans
Embed and control the Castr player inside your own application.
Webhooks Premium+
Receive event-driven notifications to automate downstream workflows.
Custom destination workflows Premium+
Build custom delivery and destination logic for your operation.
Content protection
Content protection: DRM, watermarking, geo-blocking, and paywall
If you sell access, hold rights, or stream for clients, unprotected video is a real risk. Castr builds access control, protection, and enforcement into the same platform you deliver on, so premium content stays premium.
Decide who can watch
Password, domain, and geographic restrictions control exactly who sees a stream and from where, so you honor licensing and broadcast rights.
Trace every leak
Viewer-identifiable watermarking burns branding and viewer detail into the video to deter re-streaming and trace a leaked stream to its source account.
Tie playback to payment
Paywall enforcement links viewing to verified payment for pay-per-view and subscription content.
DRM for premium content
Multi-DRM encrypts protected titles so only authorized players can decrypt and play them. Available as an add-on.
Encrypted, protected delivery
Traffic is encrypted in transit with HTTPS and HSTS, and HLS protection guards your stream URLs.
Available under pressure
Multi-CDN delivery and edge protection keep streams online during demand spikes.
Enterprise solutions
Enterprise video features: multi-CDN delivery, SSO, DRM, and a 99.9% uptime SLA
When live video carries your revenue, brand, and audience trust, you need infrastructure built to match. Castr delivers on a multi-CDN network spanning Akamai, Fastly, and CloudFront, with a 99.9% uptime commitment, enterprise-grade security, and a dedicated team on the line during your events.
Talk to a video expert →Enterprise-grade infrastructure
A 99.9% uptime commitment with redundant ingest, automatic failover, regional ingest locations, and intelligent routing across a multi-CDN network (Akamai, Fastly, CloudFront).
Enterprise security & compliance
SSO, granular team permissions, DRM and watermarking, plus geo and domain controls to protect premium content and meet policy requirements.
24/7 dedicated support
A named team that supports your migration, testing, and live events. On higher plans, reach them around the clock on dedicated Slack and WhatsApp channels when it matters most.
Transparent, published pricing
Broadcast-grade streaming without the enterprise price tag. Plans and limits are published, so you can size your workload before you ever talk to us.
Switching platforms
Moving off Dacast, Vimeo, Wowza, JW Player, or Boxcast?
Most teams run Castr alongside their current platform for one event, confirm the workflow, then switch. Compare side by side, then talk to a video expert about migrating without dropping a broadcast.
Bring us the real requirements
Build the video workflow your team can operate with confidence.
We'll map your sources, destinations, audiences, replay needs, security, and support expectations to the right Castr configuration, and when you're live, you reach a video engineer, not a ticket queue.
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