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Description
Icecast is an open-source streaming media server that allows for the transmission of both audio and video in various formats, such as Ogg (Vorbis, Theora), Opus, WebM, and MP3. It facilitates the development of Internet radio stations, personal jukeboxes, or other types of streaming services, and its adaptability is enhanced by the ability to incorporate new formats with ease, thanks to its support for open standards and communication protocols. Key components include the main server application, libshout—a library designed for communication with Icecast servers—and IceS, a client that transmits audio data from either files or live sources to the server. Icecast functions through a client-server architecture where source clients generate streams, which the Icecast server then transmits to listeners, accommodating multiple mountpoints that allow various streams to run concurrently on a single server. Additionally, it features an integrated administration interface along with statistics pages in formats like HTML, XML, and JSON, providing vital runtime details such as the number of active connections, cumulative metrics, and listener counts, thus enabling effective monitoring and management of streaming activities. Overall, Icecast's flexibility and user-friendly interface make it a popular choice for those looking to set up streaming services.
Description
Upstream is a cloud-based live streaming platform designed to help creators grow their YouTube channels by automating 24/7 live streams with pre-recorded videos. By providing priority placement in search results, Upstream helps increase live views, subscribers, watch time, and revenue. The intuitive drag-and-drop stream designer allows users to add real-time elements like current song overlays and audio visualizers, creating engaging and branded live broadcasts. With multistreaming support for up to 10 platforms simultaneously, users can reach audiences on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, and other major networks. The platform features customizable scheduling, live ad cue points, and video archiving to maintain a consistent online presence. Upstream requires no technical expertise or server maintenance, making live streaming accessible for beginners and professionals alike. Customer support is available 24/7 to assist with any issues. With flexible pricing plans and a free trial, Upstream suits creators looking to maximize growth with minimal effort.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
$20/month
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
Icecast
Founded
2004
Country
United States
Website
icecast.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
Upstream.so
Founded
2021
Country
Croatia
Website
www.upstream.so
Product Features
Live Streaming
Access Control
Audience Analytics
Audience Engagement
Browser-based
Customizable Branding
Encoding
Event Scheduling
Live Streaming Production
Moderation
Monetization Tools
Multi-Screen / Split-Screen
Multiple Camera Feeds
Multistreaming
Session Recording
Social Media Integration
Streaming Platform Integration
Product Features
Live Streaming
Access Control
Audience Analytics
Audience Engagement
Browser-based
Customizable Branding
Encoding
Event Scheduling
Live Streaming Production
Moderation
Monetization Tools
Multi-Screen / Split-Screen
Multiple Camera Feeds
Multistreaming
Session Recording
Social Media Integration
Streaming Platform Integration