Video Streaming
Live and on-demand video delivered from a global edge.
Stream live events or publish a video library with adaptive bitrate playback. Ingest once and we transcode and deliver to every device.
Why video streaming
Built on the same reliable infrastructure that powers every HostingSwift service.
Live & VOD
Run RTMP or SRT live ingests and store recordings for on-demand replay.
Adaptive bitrate
Automatic transcoding into multiple renditions for smooth playback anywhere.
Global edge
Delivery from edge locations close to viewers to cut buffering and latency.
Embeddable player
Drop a responsive player onto any site with a single line of embed code.
Access control
Signed playback URLs and domain locks so only your audience can watch.
Live analytics
Concurrent viewers, watch time and engagement reported in real time.
What's included
- ✓RTMP and SRT ingest endpoints
- ✓Multi-rendition transcoding
- ✓On-demand recording storage
- ✓Responsive embeddable player
- ✓Signed URL access control
- ✓Real-time viewer analytics
Technical specifications
- Ingest
- RTMP, SRT
- Delivery
- HLS and DASH over HTTPS
- Latency
- Low-latency live profiles available
- Transcoding
- Automatic multi-rendition ladders
- Player
- Responsive HTML5 embed
- Protection
- Signed URLs and referer locking
Frequently asked questions
Can I stream to social platforms too?
Yes. You can restream your ingest to other platforms while keeping your own player and analytics.
How long are recordings kept?
Recordings are stored in your account and count against your storage allowance until you delete them.
Do viewers need special software?
No. Playback works in any modern browser through our HTML5 player on desktop and mobile.
Is there a free tier?
Yes — a limited free tier lets you test live ingests and on-demand playback before upgrading.
Deploy video streaming today
Create an account and launch in minutes on the free tier. No credit card, cancel any time.