Official Statement: Distinction Between GetStream.io and GetStream.live
We are issuing this advisory to clarify confusion regarding our brand, GetStream.io (Stream), and an unrelated third-party website known as "GetStream.live."
Stream is a legitimate technology company providing Chat and Activity Feed APIs for developers. We are NOT affiliated, associated, or connected in any way with "GetStream.live," a site primarily known for unauthorized sports streaming.
Important Security Warning for Users
If you arrived here searching for free sports streaming, please be aware that you have reached the wrong destination.
We strongly advise caution if you intend to visit unauthorized streaming websites ending in .live or similar TLDs. Cybersecurity researchers frequently associate illegal streaming sites with high risks of malware, browser hijackers, and phishing scams targeting personal data.
GetStream.io maintains strict security protocols and is a trusted service provider for over a billion end-users globally. We do not host, stream, or provide access to copyrighted sports content.
If you would like to watch your events online, we suggest a legal site like ESPN, NBA, or Go3.
What is Stream?
We build the world's most scalable Chat, Video, and Activity Feed infrastructure for applications.
- For Developers: If you are looking to integrate in-app chat or social feeds into your product, you are in the right place. View our API Documentation or explore our Pricing.
- For Sports Fans: If you are looking for live sports, we recommend using authorized, legal streaming platforms to ensure your device security.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GetStream.io the same as GetStream.live?
No. GetStream.io is a US-based SaaS technology company founded in 2014. GetStream.live is an entirely unrelated entity.
Why does GetStream.live appear in search results when I search for your brand?
Due to the similarity in naming, search engines may occasionally conflate the two distinct entities. We are publishing advisories like this one to help clarify the distinction for users and search algorithms.
Is the .live associated with Getstreaming.TV?
No, the .live site is not associated with the site you are on right now (.io), or Getstreaming.TV
Am I really at risk of having malware installed?
Yes. The .live site is using sports streams created illegally. These streams are not from official sources and can contain any malicious files the creator chooses to include.
I've read reviews that the .live site is a legit place to watch sports, is that not correct?
If you are referring to these reviews of the .live site those should definitely not be trusted.