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Can I Use Geo-Restrictions to Restrict Live Stream Viewers?

Yes, Dacast allows users to add geo-restrictions: restrict access to their live streams to specific countries if needed.  You can create lists of countries that are allowed to access your content. This bans viewers from outside of these specified nations. To enable geo-restrictions, login and go to “Settings” on the left sidebar, then click “Security.” […]

Can I Use Ustream Producer Pro to Stream to Dacast?

Ustream Producer Pro, which is now called “Telestream Wirecast,” was released as a budget encoder to only be used with Ustream. That being said, you cannot use Ustream Producer Pro to live stream on your website with Dacast. However, broadcasters can use Dacast with just about any other RTMP-enabled live streaming encoders.  Any questions or […]

Viewer Permissions: Where Can My Content be Viewed?

Setting up viewer permissions and accessing your video player on Dacast is easy.  You can see your content using the share link available in the “General Settings” under “Sharing.” Copy and paste this link in your browser and your content will appear. You can also paste this share code into a Twitter or Facebook post […]

How to Stream to Dacast Using Teradek Encoders?

  The Dacast service is compatible with almost any RTMP-enabled encoder, including Teradek encoders. For Teradek encoders such as the Cube and Bond, you need to set the profile to “High” when broadcasting a live stream. It’s important to NOT use “Baseline”, as this may cause issues with the live stream in general when it […]