Livestream (from Vimeo)
Broadcast your event live.
Overview
Livestream, now part of Vimeo, is a leading platform for live video streaming. It provides a suite of hardware and software tools for broadcasting professional-quality live events. The platform is used by a wide range of organizations, from houses of worship and local governments to large corporations and media companies. Livestream offers features like adaptive bitrate streaming, live graphics, and audience engagement tools.
✨ Key Features
- High-quality live streaming (up to 1080p)
- Adaptive bitrate streaming
- Live graphics and lower thirds
- Audience chat, Q&A, and polls
- Simulcasting to social media
- Video on demand (VOD) hosting
- Advanced analytics
🎯 Key Differentiators
- End-to-end solution with both hardware and software
- High-quality and reliable streaming performance
- Strong brand reputation in the live event industry
Unique Value: Livestream provides a reliable and professional solution for broadcasting your most important live events to any audience, anywhere.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Broadcasting professional-quality live events to a large audience
- Streaming corporate events with branded graphics
- Engaging a remote audience with interactive features
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users looking for a free or low-cost streaming solution
- Simple personal live streaming
- Building a full-scale OTT subscription service
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to free platforms like YouTube Live, Livestream offers more professional features, better reliability, and no ads. Against other professional platforms, it has a strong reputation and an integrated hardware/software ecosystem.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: NA
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