HTTP live streaming or ‘HLS’ is a streaming protocol that allows you to deliver high-quality content with a lower latency than RTMP. When using the HLS protocol, your video contents will be compressed, chopped into small chunks, and transmitted over HTTP. If a viewer has a weak connection, HLS will automatically adjust by switching to […]
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Subtitles are essential these days in the live streaming industry as they can greatly enhance the viewer experience and improve accessibility. Whether you are streaming on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, or any other live streaming service, incorporating automated subtitles offers a positive impact for your viewers. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up […]
Ensure that your live stream is being recorded and archived at the same time. Capture live streams for playback at a later time without the hassle of any editing and revising with the help of stream archiving tools from Dacast. Before we dive into the live stream recording tutorial, please note that live stream […]
What is Playback Protection? Playback protection is an added feature you can set up on your Dacast account. This feature ensures you will never run out of bandwidth in the middle of a live stream. Essentially, “playback protection” is another name for “overage protection” that guarantees that your account remains active and that your […]
Are you trying to stream on Dacast but continue to see the message “Sorry, this media is offline” pop up? Today, we’re going to dive into some causes and solutions of this error message so that you can get the live stream on your website up and running in no time. Video guide available Live […]