Video hosting
The video hosting platform for private, ad-free video.
Upload video files, organize them into a branded library, and embed videos on your website with an ad-free HTML5 player. Protect your library with passwords, domain and geo rules, or DRM, and let any live stream become a hosted video when it ends.
Built for marketing, training, corporate communications, media teams, and agencies that host video for a business, not for a social feed.
Trusted by enterprise and media teams
Business outcomes
The workflow should create value, not more operational risk.
01Own the viewing experience
Host videos behind your own brand with a player that carries no forced third-party ads, platform logos, or recommended videos.
02Protect valuable content
Decide exactly who can watch with password, domain, and geographic controls, plus DRM when you need it.
03One library for every video
Uploaded files and recordings from live streams sit in the same video library, ready to embed anywhere.
Capabilities that matter
Everything a video hosting platform should do, from upload to protected playback.
Upload, organize, deliver, and protect on-demand video. Availability and limits vary by plan, so review the exact tier before you commit.
Upload or import your videos
Upload MP4 files from your computer or import from Dropbox. Storage scales from 100 GB to 3 TB by plan, with monthly bandwidth from 200 GB to 10 TB and custom volume beyond that.
Ad-free HTML5 player
Embed videos on your website with an iframe or direct link, styled with your own colors and branding.
Library and playlists
Organize videos into folders, tag them for quick search, and curate playlists with chapter markers.
Privacy and protection
Password protection on every plan, domain and geographic controls on Premium and higher, and DRM as an add-on.
Video analytics
See how each hosted video performs with playback analytics on every plan.
Live-to-VOD
Record up to 72 hours of any live stream. Recordings are kept for up to three days, so clip highlights, publish the recording to your library as an on-demand video, or download the file inside that window.
Need the complete matrix? See capability availability and plan tiers in one place.
Compare plans and capabilities →Upload, library, and protection
Video hosting that goes beyond raw storage.
Castr keeps a video library updatable, measurable, and protected without exporting content to another platform.
Upload and manage
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Direct upload and Dropbox import
Upload MP4 files from your computer or import them from Dropbox on every plan.
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Video replacement
Replace a video while keeping the same URL and embed code, so nothing on your site changes.
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Playlists and chapter markers
Organize libraries and help viewers navigate longer content.
1 playlist on Starter and Standard, 2 on Premium, 3 on Ultra and Events.
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Captions, transcripts, and clips
Generate captions automatically with AI, give viewers interactive transcripts, and trim a section of a longer video into its own clip without re-uploading.
Available on paid plans. AI-generated captions are available in English only.
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Scheduled availability
Set a window for when each video can be watched, so premieres and limited-time content publish and expire on schedule.
Deliver and protect
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HTML5 player and iframe embed
Embed hosted videos on any website with an iframe or a direct player link.
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Adaptive bitrate playback
Castr builds multiple renditions of each video so viewers stream the quality their connection sustains.
Adaptive bitrate transcoding is available on Premium and higher.
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HLS URL for VOD
A direct HLS link for each video, for custom players and third-party apps.
Available on request on Ultra and Events plans.
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Access controls
Password protection is included on all plans, domain and geographic controls come with Premium and higher, and DRM is available as an add-on on any plan.
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Analytics, paywall, and your own ads
Playback analytics with 30-day retention on every plan, a paywall for paid access, and your own in-stream ads if you choose to run them.
9% paywall commission, with in-stream advertising on Standard and higher.
Plan storage covers both the original upload and the playback renditions created from it.
Compare hosting capabilities by planThe basics, explained
How video hosting works and how to choose a platform.
Video hosting means uploading video files to a platform that stores them, prepares them for playback, and serves them to viewers through an embeddable player. A video hosting platform built for business adds branding, privacy, and measurement that free video sites leave out.
How to host a video with Castr
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Upload your file
Add MP4 files from your computer or import from Dropbox into the content library.
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Embed on your website
Copy the iframe code or direct player link and paste it into any page or CMS.
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Organize the library
Group videos into folders, tag them, and curate playlists as the library grows.
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Protect and measure
Apply passwords, domain and geo rules, or DRM, then track playback with analytics.
What to look for in a video hosting platform
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Ad-free playback
No forced third-party ads, platform watermarks, or recommended videos pulling viewers away from your content.
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Storage that fits your library
Castr plans include 100 GB to 3 TB of video storage.
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Privacy controls
Private video hosting needs passwords, domain allowlisting, geographic rules, and DRM options.
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One library for every video
Uploaded files and published recordings sit in the same hosted library, so nothing needs exporting to another platform.
Playlist counts, protection tiers, and API access are listed in the full plan comparison.
See plan limits for storage and bandwidthSeen enough to test it? Start a 7-day trial with no credit card, or talk through your exact setup first.
Customer workflows
See how video teams put the platform to work.
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Read the storyOperator fit
Designed for teams that publish video on their own sites.
Library size matters less than intent. The strongest fit is a team with a growing video library, a website of their own to publish on, and real requirements about who can watch.
Review your workflow with CastrStrong qualification signals
- Marketing and product videos on your website
- Private training and member content
- Corporate communications and internal video
- Replays recorded from live broadcasts
Switching to Castr
Migrate your video library without breaking a single embed.
You do not have to cut over blind. Run Castr in parallel with your current provider while you test, and let our video team confirm the fit before anything switches.
Run in parallel
Upload a slice of your library to Castr and put the new embed on a staging page while your current host keeps serving production. Compare start-up time and playback quality with real viewers before you move the rest.
Map the workflow
Our video team reviews your file formats, library size, player embeds, security requirements, and bandwidth, then confirms plan fit for your library.
Cut over with support
Swap your embed codes when you are confident, with 24/7 human support on hand while the rest of the library moves across.
Build the complete workflow
Connect this capability to the rest of your operation.
Video CDN
See the delivery network behind every hosted video.
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Vimeo alternative
Compare Castr with Vimeo for business video hosting.
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Monetization
Sell access to hosted video with paywall and subscriptions.
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Corporate video
Host internal and public company video with access controls.
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Add live streaming
Broadcast live and record straight into the same library.
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Video API
Upload, organize, and deliver hosted video from your own application.
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Questions before you choose
Evaluate the workflow with confidence.
Feature and plan availability changes by tier. Use the full matrix for comparison, or let our team validate a complex setup.
What is video hosting?
When you host a video, you upload the file to a platform that stores it, prepares it for smooth playback, and gives you a player to embed on your website. Castr adds a branded, ad-free player, privacy controls, and analytics on top of the hosting itself.
What is the best way to host videos on my website?
Use a dedicated video hosting platform rather than serving files from your own web server. Upload the video to Castr, copy the iframe embed code, and paste it into any page or CMS. Castr handles storage and global delivery so playback stays fast for every viewer.
How is Castr different from hosting videos on YouTube?
YouTube is built for reach, so it surrounds your content with ads, recommended videos, and its own branding. Castr is private video hosting: your player on your site, no forced ads, no competing videos, and access controls that determine exactly who can watch.
Can hosted videos be private?
Yes. Protect hosted video with password protection on every plan, plus domain allowlisting and geographic controls on Premium and higher. DRM with Widevine, FairPlay, and PlayReady is available as an add-on on any plan.
What video formats can I upload?
Castr accepts MP4 files. If your video is in another format, such as MOV, MKV, or AVI, convert it to MP4 with H.264 video before uploading. Direct uploads work best for files under 5 GB. For larger files, import from Dropbox, which is available on every plan.
How much storage and bandwidth do I get?
Every Castr plan includes video hosting. Starter includes 100 GB of storage with 200 GB of monthly bandwidth. Standard includes 200 GB with 500 GB, Premium includes 2 TB with 3 TB, Ultra includes 3 TB with 5 TB, and Events includes 3 TB with 10 TB. Custom volume is available beyond those limits. Storage counts the uploaded file plus the renditions Castr creates for playback, so compare plans with your full library in mind.
Can I customize the video player?
Yes. Set the player theme color, control autoplay, loop, and muted behavior, and add your own watermark, poster image, and end screen. The player carries no forced Castr branding, so the experience stays yours.
Can Castr host both uploaded and recorded video?
Yes. Upload video files directly, or record live streams and publish them as on-demand videos. Both end up in the same video library with the same player, protection, and analytics.
Is there an API for video hosting?
Yes. The Castr API lets you upload, organize, and deliver hosted video from your own application. API access is included on Premium and higher plans.
Can I evaluate Castr before subscribing?
Yes. Castr offers a 7-day Starter trial with no credit card required. Advanced workflows and higher limits may require a paid tier or a technical consultation.
Move from evaluation to a working video library
Map Castr to the workflow your team runs today.
Discuss storage, bandwidth, embeds, security, monetization, migration, and support with a video expert.