Cloudflare Stream

Cloudflare Stream is a live streaming service designed to deliver high-quality video content globally. It leverages a distributed network to ingest content from broadcasters and distribute it to viewers in real-time, minimizing latency and maximizing accessibility. The service supports various protocols such as RTMPS, SRT, and WHIP for content transmission, ensuring flexibility for different broadcasting needs.

Key features of Cloudflare Stream include on-the-fly encoding, which efficiently adapts content to various quality levels without unnecessary processing, reducing resource usage when there are no viewers for a specific quality. This approach ensures smooth playback by aligning audio and video segments correctly. The service also supports live playback and recording, allowing seamless transitions from live to on-demand content. Additionally, Cloudflare Stream integrates with other Cloudflare tools to enhance performance and security.

By utilizing Cloudflare's extensive network, which spans over 330 cities in more than 120 countries, Cloudflare Stream provides a robust infrastructure for delivering live video content worldwide. It supports popular streaming protocols like HLS and DASH, allowing viewers to select from multiple quality options based on their device capabilities and network conditions. This flexibility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from live events to security monitoring systems.