Owncast

Spec sheet

Product

Owncast is open-source software for running a live stream on your own server using standard streaming protocols.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Audience

The project identifies independent creators, groups, developers, and enterprises as audiences for Owncast.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Free plan

YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · owncast.online

Integrations

The project describes support for plugins, a web API, and existing broadcasting tools.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Privacy

The site says Owncast requires no accounts, does no tracking or data harvesting, and can let streamers and viewers remain anonymous.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Support

The contact page directs general usage and support questions to its community chat and bugs to its issue tracker.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Browser-based studio

NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · owncast.online

Chat

Built-in real-time chat includes moderation tools, custom emotes, and user authentication without requiring a third-party service.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Custom RTMP destinations

NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · owncast.online

Customization

Owners can customize the page with colors or their own CSS and use their own domain.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Fediverse

Owncast connects with Mastodon and ActivityPub platforms.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Install options

The site lists an installer, a single-file download, Docker, and hosting providers that install Owncast automatically.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Multistreaming

NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · owncast.online

Notifications

Owncast can notify followers through various channels when a stream goes live.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Pre-recorded streams

NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · owncast.online

Pricing limits

The project says Owncast has no subscriptions, viewer limits, or forced ads.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Project maintenance

The project says community funding helps cover running costs and supports ongoing maintenance and development.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Security reporting

The security page asks users to report suspected vulnerabilities privately by email and not to open a public GitHub issue.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Supported downloads

The releases page lists Linux and macOS downloads, including ARM builds.Read 9 Oct 2026 · owncast.online

Unified chat

NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · owncast.online

Plans and prices

Every Owncast plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• Live TV streaming services#48 of 1698.3
• Live streaming software#47 of 1348.2
• Live Streaming Software#49 of 1378.2