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Stream Video API

Real-Time Video, Architected for Scale

Stream handles video complexity, maintains modern SDKs, and provides the native Chat integration, so your team can ship video calling and livestreaming in hours, not months.

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Built for Speed and Stability

From a globally distributed edge network to adaptive media optimization, every layer of Stream's infrastructure is engineered for low-latency, high-reliability performance at scale.

Global Edge Network

With SFUs distributed across every major region, every participant connects through the closest available server, ensuring low latency and minimal packet loss even for calls that span multiple continents.

Edge Infrastructure
SFU Locations
Africa
South AfricaZA
Asia
BangkokTH
DelhiIN
DubaiAE
JakartaID
JerusalemIL
ManilaPH
MumbaiIN
SingaporeSG
TokyoJP
Europe
AmsterdamNL
DublinIE
FrankfurtDE
LondonGB
StockholmSE
WarsawPL
North America
CanadaCA
ChicagoUS
OhioUS
OregonUS
QuerétaroMX
SeattleUS
TexasUS
US EastUS
US East ZchiUS
Oceania
SydneyAU
South America
BrazilBR
Buenos AiresAR
SantiagoCL

100K Participant Benchmark

Proven at scale with 100,000 concurrent participants. Zero crashes, zero API failures, rock-solid frame rates.

  • 225 Gbps peak traffic
  • 132 SFUs in cascading mode
  • 0 API call failures, 0 crashes
  • FPS stability at 30fps
  • 0% packet loss
  • Jitter 4ms
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Connected UsersFrame Rate (FPS)
120K90K60K30K0K
604530150

Adaptive Media Optimization

Real-time codec switching, redundant audio encoding, and multi-datacenter failover ensure every call stays sharp and stable, regardless of network conditions.

Dynascale

Dynamically adjusts resolutions up to 1080p and switches codecs like AV1, VP9, and H.264 based on network and device.

Opus RED & DTX

Redundant audio encoding handles packet loss while DTX skips silence to save bandwidth. Reliable audio quality on any network.

Multi-Layer Redundancy

Multi-datacenter failover and auto-scaling handle spikes to 100,000+ participants at 225 Gbps peak with zero API failures and 30 FPS stability.

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Built for Developer Control

Components that give you full control over UI, flows, and performance—no opinionated constraints.

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Edge-First Media Routing

Globally distributed SFUs keep media close to users for low-latency, predictable performance.

Scales Without Rewrites

Architecture designed to grow from 1:1 calls to large-scale sessions without architectural changes.

Video for Your Use Case

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AI Voice Agents

Real-time voice agents with low-latency audio, streaming inference, and event-driven control.

Video AI Agents

An open-source framework powered by Stream Video that allows agents to see, hear, and remember.

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Video Calling API

Build low-latency video calling APIs with full control over UI, flows, and scaling.

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Voice Calling API

Build 1:1 calls or a Telegram-clone with crystal-clear audio, unmatched reliability, and scale.

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Livestreaming API

Low-latency broadcasting from your phone or RTMP and scale reliably to millions.

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Audio Rooms API

Scalable, low-latency audio rooms built on edge-based real-time infrastructure.

<Video/> Features

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1:1 & Group Calls

Power high-quality direct calls or meetings with multiple participants.

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+100k Participants

Broadcast to over 100k participants with high quality and low latency.

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Adaptive Resolution

Optimize call quality and costs with adaptive resolution that adjusts to network and client conditions.

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Noise Cancellation

Improve the user experience by eliminating background noises, voices, and echo.

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Recording

Safely record calls to Stream or external storage systems. Multiple resolutions are available.

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Transcriptions & Closed Captions

Transcribe your calls to multiple languages.

Standard Experience Features

  • Ringing calls
  • Call URL/Id
  • Device management
  • Call lobby
  • Call layout
  • Picture-in-Picture
  • Background blur and images
  • Dominant speaker focus
  • Speaking while muted
  • Audio volume indicators
  • Network quality indicator
  • Adaptive resolution
  • Opus RED and DTX
  • Push notifications
  • OpenAI Realtime API integration

Complementary Features

  • Session timers
  • Screen-sharing, including from mobile
  • Emojis and raise-hand
  • Build video/audio filters
  • Camera zoom
  • Long-press to focus
  • Push to speak
  • Participants list
  • Pinning users
  • Permission request
  • Multi-language transcriptions
  • Chat experience
  • Call quality rating

Admin & Developer Features

  • Configurable UI components
  • Custom data
  • Localization
  • Webhooks/SQS integrations
  • Multi-tenancy
  • 2FA
  • SAML/SSO
  • Configurations per call type
  • Network quality indicators
  • Call analytics
  • Configurable resolution limits
  • Recording and livestream composition
  • User bans
  • External storage for recording
  • Web-based dashboard

Stream Video FAQs

 Does Stream Video run on a global edge network?

Yes. Stream’s video infrastructure is distributed across global edge locations to deliver ultra-low latency and higher reliability, even at scale.

What platforms and frameworks does Stream Video support?

We offer client SDKs for Python AI, React, React Native, iOS, Android, Flutter, and more. You can build with or without our prebuilt UI kits.

 Is Stream Video suitable for large-scale livestreaming?

Yes. Stream supports livestreams with 100k+ viewers using RTMP ingest and HLS playback, with WebRTC for low-latency interactions.

 How does Stream handle video moderation?

You can integrate Stream's AI Moderation API to gain greater control over live video content.

What compliance standards does Stream Video meet?

Yes. Stream is SOC2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR compliant . We also support SAML/SSO, audit logs, and multi-tenant architectures for enterprise use.

Can I customize the video UI or build my own layout?

Yes. Stream provides both prebuilt components for speed and low-level primitives for full customization.

Can I integrate other Stream APIs with Stream Video?

Yes. Stream’s APIs are designed to work together seamlessly. You can combine Video with Chat for in-call messaging, Feeds for activity updates, and Moderation for real-time content safety—all within the same app experience.

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