For video platforms aiming to control distribution and prevent piracy, building a dedicated desktop app may sound like a strong move. But when it comes to real-world implementation, this approach is riddled with trade-offs. The following article applies to Windows and Mac desktop. For mobile, we recommend building apps. Mobile apps can provide overall higher security by leveraging OS-provided hardware DRM when available unlike Desktop apps. So, let's start by looking into the technical limitations and security pitfalls of desktop video playback, and explains why HTML5-based DRM, when correctly configured, offers a far more robust and future-proof solution. DRM is…
Video Codecs: Everything You Need To Know About
During the pandemic when most of the world was under lockdown and more people were online than ever, major video streaming platforms took a collective decision to limit video content to 480p to relieve strain on global mobile networks. Did you know YouTube (35%) and Netflix (15%) account for 50% of all global mobile internet traffic? The report also suggests 79% of global mobile data traffic will be video by 2022. With this growth rate, video codecs will play an even bigger role in the years to come. Statista provides information on the level of global mobile video traffic from…
LMS Partners & Plugins for Secure Video Embedding
LMS Partners & Plugins for Secure Video Embedding VdoCipher offers seamless integration with WordPress LMS platforms like Learnpress, Tutor LMS, Learndash, Academy LMS, MasterStudy, Memberpress & also with Teachable, Thinkific & Kajabi. We provide a WordPress plugin that works with the most popular WordPress LMSs and can be used to secure course videos in the WordPress LMS platforms. Here we take examples of some of these platforms and explain steps to embed & integrate. Start Free Trial Explore Plugin VdoCipher LMS Partners (Click Icons to Know more) Learnpress Academy LMS MasterStudy Memberpress Other LMSs Integration (Click Icons to Know more)…
Content Creator Economy & Growth Creator Statistics Report 2025
The creator economy is now a multibillion-dollar industry, building the careers of some of the biggest celebrities. This generation of micro-entrepreneurs is estimated to reach $104.2 billion in 2022. Today creators have become increasingly professionalized in their approach to producing content and managing their careers. Global brands and corporations have learned to use this new media environment as an advertising and sales channel. Successful content creators are often compared with film stars and celebrities because of the fame and admiration they earn among their fans and followers. The viewers have a more personal connection to the creators than previous era…
How to Build a Flutter Live Streaming Application?
Live streaming is rapidly becoming an essential feature for modern applications across education, entertainment, and business. Whether you’re hosting live classes, broadcasting sports events, or running webinars, a smooth and interactive streaming experience keeps users engaged. In this guide, we’ll walk you through building a live streaming app in Flutter using VdoCipher’s user-friendly and flexible infrastructure. You’ll learn how to set up the live stream, integrate DVR features, enable interactive chat, and securely embed DRM-protected content, all while ensuring a seamless multi-platform experience. Table of Contents: Why Choose VdoCipher for Live Streaming? Building a Low-Latency Flutter Live Stream App Understanding…
DRM Server Solutions with Widevine License and Apple FairPlay
A server comes from the client-server architecture of online connectivity. It is usually hardware or software that provides functionalities to a client through some devices or software. They can not only store data but also provide computational resources to clients. This relationship is established through a request and response model followed through various available ports. This model is also used to set up a DRM server to provide security solutions to clients like OTT and Online course platforms. Table of Contents: DRM server meaning and Working Who needs a DRM server solution? How to set up a DRM server Challenges…