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MistServerOwncast
Freemium

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

 Free

Free and open source, with no subscriptions or viewer limits.

Linux, Self-hosted Web, Self-hosted
  • Public domain open source edition
  • Supports many streaming protocols including WebRTC and RIST
  • Built-in chat with moderation and custom emotes
  • Works with standard streaming protocols and software
  • Aimed at developers and integrators rather than home users
  • Some features tied to paid licences
  • Bandwidth and hosting costs fall on you
  • Requires running and securing your own server
Downloadable app, Self-hosted 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 23, 2026

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