What is Crowdcast?
Crowdcast provides a comprehensive live video platform designed specifically for creators and businesses to host interactive events. The platform features intelligent branding adaptation, live production tools, and audience engagement capabilities to facilitate meaningful connections.
Users can customize their virtual stage with backgrounds and logos, utilize built-in studio tools for overlays and presentations, and engage attendees through polls, live chat, and on-screen participation. The platform supports broadcasting to multiple external platforms, flexible ticketing options, and integrations with payment processors and productivity apps.
Features
- Intelligent Branding: Customize backgrounds, logos, and layouts that adapt to content
- Live Production Tools: Cue overlays, share videos, present slides, and drive attendee actions
- Audience Engagement: Bring attendees on screen, conduct polls, enable live chat, and timestamp answers
- Multi-platform Broadcasting: Stream to Facebook Live, YouTube Live, Twitch, and other platforms
- E-commerce Integration: Host paid events with flexible ticketing and Stripe/Patreon integration
Use Cases
- Hosting live shows and podcast recordings
- Conducting teaching sessions and online courses
- Organizing virtual conferences and festivals
- Running workshops and interactive webinars
- Managing hybrid events with in-person and online components
- Creating Patreon-exclusive livestreams for patrons
FAQs
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What happens if I exceed my plan's live attendee limit?
You'll be charged $0.15 per extra live attendee beyond your plan's limit, with unlimited registrants allowed. -
Can I extend my streaming hours if I use all my monthly allocation?
Yes, you can add extra hours at $20 per additional 5 hours as needed. -
How many team members can I add to manage events?
Host seats vary by plan (1 for Lite, 2 for Pro, 4 for Business), with additional seats available at $29 each. -
What payment processing fees apply to ticket sales?
Transaction fees are 5% for Lite/Pro plans and 2% for Business, plus Stripe's standard processing fee of 2.9% + $0.30. -
Can I broadcast from external streaming software?
Yes, RTMP Mode supports broadcasting from OBS, Wirecast, Ecamm Live, and similar software.
