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Description

Castreon is a self-hosted live television headend software designed to operate on Linux servers, which can be managed via a web-based interface. It is capable of processing feeds from various sources, including DVB-C/T/T2 cards, IP cameras, and network protocols like SRT, RIST, UDP, RTMP, HTTP, HLS, and DASH, featuring automatic failover for sources. Users have the option to transcode content using either CPU or GPU, supporting formats such as H.264, HEVC, or AV1, while also enabling the creation of adaptive-bitrate outputs for seamless channel delivery through HLS, LL-HLS, DASH, HTTP-TS, and WebRTC, or by redistributing to other servers and CDNs. Additionally, the software facilitates continuous streaming from media files, offers catch-up and timeshift functionalities, supports recording and clipping options, and provides features such as access control, audience analytics, monitoring, alert systems, and a REST API for integration. Optional enhancements include support for SCTE-35, signed multi-CDN links, and digital rights management (DRM) capabilities. Castreon is specifically tailored for deployment on the operator’s own Linux server, catering to a diverse range of clients, including broadcasters, cable and IPTV operators, OTT services, hotels, and internet service providers, thereby enhancing their live streaming capabilities and content management processes.

Description

Select the platform, day of the week, specific time, and recurrence for introducing your team members (for instance, every second Wednesday at 10 AM in a designated channel). Your Catchup participants will be paired through direct messaging for one-on-one interactions. Arrange a video call for a virtual coffee chat with your Catchup partner, or enjoy a donut as a delightful afternoon treat. Catchup is designed to foster connections and enhance the quality of relationships within teams and communities. When introducing new members, you have the option to customize the message they receive, which could include conversation starters, links to a member directory, or any other relevant information; however, sticking with our default message is perfectly fine as well. By default, new Catchups are set to accommodate two participants, but you can opt for a group size of three or four to facilitate group introductions via direct messages instead of individual ones. Additionally, you can track the percentage of matches each week as well as the number of members who are currently on hold. To maintain engagement, it's possible to automatically pause members who have not participated in 2, 3, or 4 consecutive Catchups. By implementing these features, teams can ensure a vibrant and active community.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

CDN77 Yes 
Gcore Yes 
Prometheus Yes 
Slack No 
Telegram Yes 
bunny.net Yes 

Integrations

CDN77 No 
Gcore No 
Prometheus No 
Slack Yes 
Telegram No 
bunny.net No 

Pricing Details

€25/server/month
Starter is €25 per server per month plus VAT; Pro is €49 and Enterprise is €99 per server per month, plus VAT. Fees are billed monthly in advance. Each license covers one server and renews monthly; cancellation takes effect at the end of the paid month. A 14-day trial includes Pro features for up to 10 channels, with no credit card or automatic charge.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$29 per month
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises Yes 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Web Tools IT

Founded

2015

Country

Germany

Website

castreon.net

Vendor Details

Company Name

Catchup

Country

United Kingdom

Website

catchup.rocks/

Product Features

Live Streaming

Access Control No 
Audience Analytics No 
Audience Engagement No 
Browser-based No 
Customizable Branding No 
Encoding No 
Event Scheduling No 
Live Streaming Production No 
Moderation No 
Monetization Tools No 
Multi-Screen / Split-Screen No 
Multiple Camera Feeds No 
Multistreaming No 
Session Recording No 
Social Media Integration No 
Streaming Platform Integration No 

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