ApsaraVideo Live is an audio and video streaming platform powered by Alibaba Cloud. It provides end-to-end coverage, global deployment, high security and stability, a smooth user experience, ultra-low latency, and a high-definition viewing experience.
End-to-end coverage
Multi-channel, end-to-end service and support backed by years of technical expertise.
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Complete solution from stream ingest and video processing to content delivery and playback.
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Includes adaptive bitrate streaming, Narrowband HD™ transcoding, snapshots, recording, time shifting, data monitoring, cloud-based production, Real-Time Streaming (RTS), and stream management.
Global deployment
Global infrastructure to accelerate international expansion.
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Point of presence (POP) distribution: 3,200+ POPs worldwide — 2,300+ in the Chinese mainland across 31 provincial-level regions and 900+ outside China covering 70+ countries and regions, including Hong Kong (China), Macao (China), and Taiwan (China).
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Live center coverage: Centers in China, Europe, and Southeast Asia support local and cross-border live streaming.
High security and stability
Broadcast-grade reliability for live streams.
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Multiple security mechanisms protect video transmission.
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Second-level monitoring granularity provides real-time stream status insights.
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Multi-source stream merging ensures stable live streaming.
Smooth experience
Real-time interaction at tens of millions of concurrent connections.
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Ultra-low stuttering rate for a smooth viewing experience.
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Edge acceleration routes stream data to the nearest POP for real-time interaction.
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Dynamically scalable architecture supports tens of millions of concurrent viewers.
Ultra-low latency
Real-Time Streaming (RTS) delivers millisecond-level latency for high-concurrency live streaming.
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Millisecond-level latency for real-time interaction.
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Leverages Alibaba Cloud's global POP network to support millions of concurrent viewers.
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Mature, stable technology proven by large-scale production use.
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Integrate the player SDK without changing the stream ingest architecture.
High-definition experience
Narrowband HD™ 2.0 and 50 fps ultra-high definition deliver a stunning visual experience.
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Human visual system modeling reduces bandwidth 30%–50% without compromising video quality.
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Content-aware encoding applies different strategies to different image regions for a more detailed picture.
Comprehensive data
Multi-dimensional analytics and monitoring for full visibility.
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Monitor key metrics such as bandwidth, traffic, access quality, and feature usage.
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Analyze unique visitors, user distribution, and domain name rankings.
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Full log download and real-time log subscription simplify statistical analysis and business decision-making.
Technical outlook
Industry-leading ApsaraVideo technology.
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Millisecond-level granularity for time-shifted playback, rigorously validated.
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Cloud-based production brings traditional video production tools to the cloud.
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8K live streaming with a resolution of up to 7680 × 4320 provides a more realistic viewing experience.
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Supports stream ingest over the Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) protocol with Dolby audio.