Is Owncast free and open source?

Owncast is open-source software under the MIT license. Its source code and releases are publicly accessible.

Can I self-host Owncast?

Yes, Owncast supports self-hosting on your own servers or local infrastructure.

What operating systems and platforms are supported by Owncast?

Owncast is available on Docker, Web.

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Owncast

Name: Owncast
Author: Owncast

Owncast is a self-hosted live video streaming and chat server for use with existing broadcasting software.

Open source·Self-hosting available

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A good fit for teams and homelab operators wanting a modern, containerized Owncast deployment..

Requires Docker runtime or Docker Compose environment.

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Standard Docker Compose deployment

version: '3.8'
services:
  owncast:
    image: owncast:latest
    restart: always
    ports:
      - "8080:8080"

About Owncast

Owncast is a modern self-hosted, privacy-first video solution. Owncast is a self-hosted live video streaming and chat server for use with existing broadcasting software. Built for users and teams demanding full data ownership, Owncast eliminates proprietary vendor lock-in while delivering an intuitive, reliable experience.

Private & self-sovereign: Complete control over your data with no mandatory cloud account
One-click containerized deployment with Docker and Docker Compose
Full compatibility and responsive operation across Docker, Web
Built-in support for activitypub integration and workflows
Built-in support for broadcasting integration and workflows
Built-in support for chat integration and workflows

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