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MediaMTXMistServer
Free

Free and open source.

 Freemium

The open source edition is free; commercial licences are sold separately.

Self-hosted Linux, Self-hosted
  • Supports many streaming protocols in one server
  • Zero dependencies and a single config file
  • Public domain open source edition
  • Supports many streaming protocols including WebRTC and RIST
  • Handles live streams, not a media library
  • Configuration assumes some streaming knowledge
  • Aimed at developers and integrators rather than home users
  • Some features tied to paid licences
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License not stated License: Unlicense
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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