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MistServerMediaMTX
Freemium

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

 Free

Free and open source.

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

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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