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Real-time interactive live video with sub-second latency.
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Ultra-low latency streaming engine supporting WebRTC, SRT, RTMP, HLS
A scalable media server delivering sub‑0.5 s WebRTC latency, adaptive bitrate, and multi‑protocol support for live broadcasting, telehealth, e‑learning, and interactive video applications.

Ant Media Server is a Java‑based media platform that provides sub‑0.5 second WebRTC latency while also supporting SRT, RTMP, RTSP, HLS, CMAF, and H.265/HEVC. It targets developers building real‑time video experiences such as telehealth consultations, virtual classrooms, live sports, and interactive auctions. The server offers adaptive‑bitrate streaming, recording, and token‑based security, with SDKs for iOS, Android, React Native, Flutter, Unity, and JavaScript.
The product can be installed on‑premises via Linux scripts or deployed to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) using 1‑click marketplace images, Docker containers, or Kubernetes manifests. Auto‑scaling guides and CloudFormation templates enable rapid scaling from a single classroom to a global live event.
A free Community Edition provides core streaming capabilities, while an Enterprise Edition adds advanced features, professional support, and a 14‑day trial. Both editions are backed by an active GitHub community and documentation portal.
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Telehealth video consultations
Doctors and patients interact with sub‑second video delay, preserving clinical workflow and patient privacy.
Live e‑learning classrooms
Instructors stream interactive lessons to hundreds of students with adaptive bitrate to accommodate varying network conditions.
Real‑time sports broadcasting
Viewers receive near‑live action feeds, enabling instant replays and interactive commentary.
Interactive auction platforms
Bidders see live product streams with minimal lag, allowing real‑time bidding decisions.
Ant Media Server typically delivers around 0.5 seconds end‑to‑end latency for WebRTC streams.
Yes, the Community Edition is free and includes core streaming protocols and basic features.
The server provides Docker images and Helm charts for Kubernetes deployments, supporting auto‑scaling.
SDKs exist for iOS, Android, React Native, Flutter, Unity, and JavaScript.
Security features include SSL/TLS, token authentication, IP filtering, and optional watermarking.
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