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Live Streaming Platform for Businesses & Individuals
Castr is the only tool you need for the best live stream experience.
Stream, host, schedule, monetize – all in one place.
Ultra Low Latency Live Streaming Server
Experience near real-time live streaming with Castr. Achieve sub-second latency for global broadcasts. Start live streaming across the globe with our ultra-low latency technology.
What is Ultra Low Latency Streaming
In the world of live streaming, latency is a pivotal factor that can make or break the viewer experience. Standard live video latency, typically around 30 seconds, can hinder interactions in dynamic scenarios such as live sports, financial trading, e-sports, and telemedicine.
Castr’s Ultra Low Latency Streaming solution, empowered by cutting-edge WebRTC technology, overcomes these challenges by enabling sub-second latency. This breakthrough ensures a seamless, interactive streaming experience that keeps pace with real-time events.
How Castr's Low Latency Solution Works
At the heart of Castr’s low latency streaming lies the innovative use of WebRTC technology, renowned for minimizing delay in video transmission. This technology is key to delivering real-time content, ensuring that your streams are as live as possible. To further optimize streaming efficiency, we support the SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) protocol, enhancing both the quality and security of the stream.
Our strategically placed global nodes play a crucial role in delivering content with the lowest latency possible. This worldwide network ensures a smooth and immediate streaming experience for viewers, regardless of their location. By prioritizing speed and reliability, Castr’s infrastructure is designed to meet the demands of a global audience, providing consistent, high-quality streaming experiences across the globe.
Why Choose Castr for Ultra Low Latency Video Streaming
Selecting Castr for your streaming needs means opting for a platform that ensures global scalability, reliability, and the lowest latency in streaming. Our solution is tailored to meet a variety of streaming demands, ensuring seamless content delivery to your audience. This makes Castr particularly ideal for live events that demand real-time interaction and high-quality streaming, providing an uninterrupted and engaging viewer experience.
Our billing model is transparent and predictable, based on maximum concurrent viewers, enabling you to effectively manage costs, especially for large-scale broadcasts. The integration of our low latency feature with our comprehensive All-in-One Solution offers a versatile and robust streaming platform. This includes a suite of advanced features, enhancing both the broadcaster’s and the viewer’s experience:
Multistreaming
Stream simultaneously across multiple platforms.
Live to VOD Conversion
Easily convert live streams into VOD content.
Real-Time Clipping for Social Media
Quickly clip and share moments from your live stream on social media.
Adaptive Bitrate Streaming
Optimize streaming quality for various network conditions.
Rewind Feature
Allow viewers to rewind and rewatch live stream moments.
And much more...
Key Features of Castr's Transcoding Solution
WebRTC Playback
Castr’s ultra-low latency streaming is designed for broad compatibility, supporting all WebRTC-enabled devices. This includes desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones (Android and iOS).
Cross-Platform Support
Castr utilizes WebRTC technology for playback, which is pivotal in achieving ultra-low latency. This ensures that streaming is nearly synchronous with real-time, critical for interactive applications and live events.
SRT/WHIP Ingest
We support both SRT and WHIP for stream publishing. SRT provides enhanced security and reliability for high-quality video transport, even over less stable networks. WHIP is utilized for achieving the lowest possible latency, making it ideal for real-time streaming applications.
Password Protection
Strengthen the security of your streams with robust password protection. This feature empowers you to control viewer access, ensuring that your content is viewed only by the intended audience.
Geo Blocking
Implement geo-blocking to restrict stream accessibility to specific countries. This is an essential feature for content that is intended for particular regions or needs to comply with geographic licensing restrictions.
Domain Whitelisting
With domain whitelisting, you can restrict where your streams can be embedded. This feature adds a significant layer of security, preventing unauthorized use and ensuring that content is only viewed on designated websites.
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All features you need for live streaming
Embed Player
Share video content globally
Embed videos and stream to your own website or any over-the-top (OTT) platform like Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV.
OTT Apps
White-label OTT Solution
Castr’s white-label OTT solution lets you launch your own video streaming app with zero coding skills.
Multistream
Stream to 30+ platforms
Broadcast your live videos across 30+ social platforms and streaming destinations at the same time.
Video Monetization
Paywall and Video Ads
Monetize your live and on-demand videos with Castr Paywall and Video Ads.
Video Hosting
Secure Video Upload
Securely host and deliver on-demand video content globally.
Multiple CDNs
Ensure optimal viewing experience
Castr’s global CDNs make sure your viewers experience videos with 4K quality, low latency, and no buffering.
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How does Castr achieve Ultra Low Latency in its streams?
Castr utilizes WebRTC technology, along with SRT and WHIP protocols, to minimize streaming delays and achieve ultra-low latency, ensuring near real-time broadcasting.
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Is Castr's streaming service compatible with all devices?
Yes, Castr’s streaming technology supports all devices capable of running WebRTC, including desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones (both Android and iOS).
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Can I use Castr for live sports and interactive events?
Absolutely! Castr’s ultra-low latency streaming is ideal for live sports, interactive events, e-sports, and any scenario requiring real-time audience engagement.
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How does Castr ensure the security of my live streams?
Castr enhances stream security with features like password protection, geo-blocking, and domain whitelisting, ensuring content is accessed only by intended viewers.
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Does Castr offer support for mobile streaming?
Yes, Castr provides full support for streaming on mobile devices, with optimized performance on both Android and iOS platforms.
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What are the benefits of using SRT and WHIP protocols in Castr?
SRT provides enhanced security and reliable video transport over unstable networks, while WHIP is used to achieve the lowest possible latency for real-time streaming.
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Can I convert my live stream into VOD with Castr?
Yes, Castr offers a Live to VOD feature that allows you to seamlessly convert your live streams into Video on Demand content for later viewing.
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How does Castr handle billing and costs for streaming?
Castr offers a transparent and predictable billing model based on maximum concurrent viewers, allowing effective cost management for large-scale broadcasts.
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Does Castr offer multistreaming capabilities?
Yes, Castr allows you to stream simultaneously across multiple platforms, expanding your reach and engagement with a wider audience.
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