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1 === WpStream - Live Streaming, Video on Demand, Pay Per View ===
2 Contributors: wpstream
3 Tags: live streaming, video streaming, live video, broadcast, live shopping
4 Requires at least: 5.8
5 Tested up to: 6.8
6 Requires PHP: 7.1
7 Stable tag: 4.8
8 License: GPL
9 License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html
10 Stable: trunk
11
12 WpStream is a Video Streaming Plugin that lets you broadcast live events and helps you sell tickets or recordings via WooCommerce.
13
14 == Description ==
15
16 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TopBhvGvwbs]
17
18 WpStream is the only video streaming solution on WordPress that is designed to help you create your video streaming website without adding any load to your hosting server.
19
20 WpStream makes it possible for you to stream live content directly on your site, bypassing the need for third-party solutions. By taking control of your live stream, you can fully maximize the use of your video content, choosing how to display it, to whom, and whether you want to charge for it.
21
22
23 <h3><a href="https://wpstream.net/wpstream-video-streaming-theme/" target="_blank">Hello WpStream Theme</a></h3>
24
25 Hello WpStream is a lightweight, flexible WordPress theme designed for seamless integration with WpStream, the ultimate live streaming plugin. Perfect for businesses and creators, this theme offers an intuitive setup, responsive design, and full support for live shopping, video content, and real-time interactions. Whether you're hosting live events, product launches, or virtual classes, Hello WpStream makes it easy to engage your audience and enhance your e-commerce experience.
26
27 <h3>Live Streaming</h3>
28
29 <a href="https://wpstream.net/live-streaming/" target="_blank">Live Streaming on your website</a> can be carried out directly from your browser or with the help of Streaming Apps with custom RTMP. With just a webcam, you can go live in less than 3 minutes. As for streaming apps, a few popular client picks are:
30
31 <ul>
32 <li>OBS Studio</li>
33 <li>StreamYard</li>
34 <li>Restream</li>
35 <li>Wirecast</li>
36 <li>Larix</li>
37 <li>Melon App</li>
38 <li>Streamlabs</li>
39 <li>Zoom</li>
40 </ul>
41
42 Whether you are using your laptop, phone, or GoPro, going LIVE and streaming video on your website has never been easier. Gone are the days where you needed a sophisticated and complex live streaming set up. Free-To-View, Pay-Per-View, and Subscription live streams available.
43
44
45 <h3>Recordings / Video On Demand (VODs)</h3>
46
47 Record your live streams or upload video files to create <a href="https://wpstream.net/recordings-video-on-demand/" target="_blank" >Video-On-Demand content</a>. Video playback or streaming video is compatible on all modern browsers and platforms.
48
49 Allow your viewers to catch up on your video content by offering it On Demand. Free-To-View, Pay-Per-View, and Subscription VOD available.
50
51
52 <h3>Monetization with WooCommerce</h3>
53
54 Live streaming and <a href="https://wpstream.net/monetization/" target="_blank">VOD monetization is carried out with WooCommerce</a>. Transform your business idea into one that includes video streaming and watch how your profits follow. With just a basic setup, you can create your Pay-Per-View and Subscription Livestreams and VODs on your website.
55
56 <h3>Content Rights and Free Speech</h3>
57
58 WpStream believes in your <a href="https://wpstream.net/free-speech-and-content-rights/" target="_blank">Right to Free Speech</a> and autonomy over what you live stream on your website. Add your own logo, branding, and identity to your live streams and videos.
59
60 If you have a private event, you can set up a <a href="https://wpstream.net/password-protected-live-streaming-everything-you-need-to-know/" target="_blank"> password protected live stream</a>. Perfect for company meetings, kids activities, weddings, and other private events.
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62
63
64 <h3>Widgets, blocks, and shortcodes</h3>
65
66 <h4>Live and VOD Player embedding</h4>
67
68 Each Live Stream and On Demand video will have its own pre-made video page. Alternatively, customize the location and position of the video player using the <a href="https://wpstream.net/wpstream-shortcodes/" target="_blank">“WpStream Player” block, widget, or regular shortcode</a>. Available with Elementor, WPBakery, and other page builders.
69
70 <h4>E-Commerce Marketplace / TWITCH feature</h4>
71
72 Allow regular users, streamers, and influencers to go LIVE on your website via the front-end (like TWITCH). Set up profiles and add the <a href="https://docs.wpstream.net/docs/elementor-3/" target="_blank">“Start Streaming” block, widget, or shortcode</a> to their page so they can go live at any time without admin access. Available with Elementor, WPBakery, and other page builders.
73
74 <h4>Live Channels and Video Lists</h4>
75
76 Show viewers which streamer or channel is currently LIVE on your video streaming website and all the On Demand videos they can catch up with any time, any where, on any device. Use the <a href="https://wpstream.net/wpstream-shortcodes/" target="_blank">WpStream Channel List or WpStream Video on Demand List</a>. Available with Elementor, WPBakery, and other page builders.
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78
79 Check out our <a href="https://docs.wpstream.net/docs-category/getting-started/" target="_blank">documentation</a>, <a href="https://wpstream.net/blog/" target="_blank">blog</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIjItiJc4Z7aJApj3W6ArJA" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a> for latest updates, tips, and instructions on how to create your video streaming website.
80
81
82 == CONNECT WITH US ==
83 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIjItiJc4Z7aJApj3W6ArJA" target="_blank">YouTube</a>
84 <a href="http://facebook.com/wpstreamsoftware" target="_blank">Facebook</a>
85 <a href="http://twitter.com/streaming4wp" target="_blank">Twitter</a>
86 <a href="http://linkedin.com/company/wpstream" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>
87
88
89 == Screenshots ==
90 1. Add your WpStream Credentials
91 2. WpStream Onboarding Wizard
92 3. WpStream Onboarding Wizard - Going Live
93 4. WpStream Settings Page
94 5. WpStream Channel Settings
95 6. Turning On a Channel
96 7. WpStream Player on frontend
97 8. Pay Per View Live Channel with WooCommerce
98 9. Your Channel List
99 10. Your Recordings
100 11. Setting up a Subscription with WooCommerce Subscriptions Plugin
101
102 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
103
104 =What can I use WpStream for?=
105 Live Streaming, Video (On Demand), and Pay-Per-View on WordPress websites. Most popular use cases for live video content include <a href="https://wpstream.net/broadcast-live-fitness-and-exercise-classes/" target="_blank">Fitness</a>, <a href="https://wpstream.net/churches-and-houses-of-worship/" target="_blank">Faith</a>, <a href="https://wpstream.net/education-and-e-learning/" target="_blank">Education</a>, and <a href="https://wpstream.net/news-broadcasting/" target="_blank">News / TV Broadcasting</a>.
106
107 =Which plan is the best for my streaming needs?=
108 We calculate your ideal plan based on the number of hours you will be streaming, the number of viewers, the amount of storage you need, and the quality of your broadcast. You can calculate which plan is best for you by adding your numbers <a href="https://wpstream.net/pricing/#band_calculator" target="_blank">here</a>.
109
110 =How many LIVE channels can I run concurrently?=
111 You can run anywhere from 5 to 150 LIVE concurrent channels, depending on the streaming plan you have. Check them out <a href="https://wpstream.net/pricing/" target="_blank">here</a>.
112
113 =Can I monetize my LIVE and Video (On Demand) content?=
114 Absolutely! You can set up subscriptions, pay-per-view, or hybrid models with WooCommerce. Find out more information about the different monetization options for LIVE and Video content <a href="https://wpstream.net/how-to-monetize-your-live-streaming-content-with-wpstream/" target="_blank">here</a>.
115
116 =Can my website users go live on my website on their own?=
117 Regular users are able to GO LIVE via the Front-End. Check out the <a href="https://docs.wpstream.net/docs/elementor-3/" target="_blank">documentation</a> to find out how streaming video is done by regular users.
118
119
120 =What can I live stream with?=
121 Through any modern browser or using apps with RTMP (Real-Time Messaging Protocol) capability. For example, StreamYard, OBS, Wirecast, iPhones, and Androids. <a href="https://wpstream.net/live-streaming/" target="_blank">See here</a>.
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125
126
127 == Installation ==
128 1. Review our comprehensive tutorials here https://wpstream.net/category/getting-started/
129 2. Install and enable the plugin from https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/wpstream.zip or by searching for 'WpStream' in your plugin install page
130 3. Signup with <a href="https://wpstream.net/">WpStream</a> and get your credentials
131 4. Under the "WpStream" section of your WordPress admin, use the WpStream credentials to activate your plugin
132 5. (Optional) Install and activate <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/woocommerce/">WooCommerce</a> if you need to create pay-per-view video products
133 6. Create and publish a new 'Free Live Channel" (under 'Free Free Live Channel / Free Video') or a 'Live channel' type Product (under 'Products')
134 7. After publishing your Channel/Product, click the "BROADCAST TO CHANNEL" button. Wait for the channel to become available and select your favorite way to broadcast ('Browser' or '3rd Party'). The browser broadcast will open a pop-up that will immediately begin to broadcast. The '3rd party' option will give you the 'rtmp' parameters you need to set up on your encoder (i.e. OBS)
135 8. Live video will be available on the Channel/Product 'permalink' page shortly after starting your broadcast
136
137
138 == Changelog ==
139
140 = 4.8 =
141 * Improvement - Broadcaster experience improvements
142 * Improvement - Extend channel settings functionality
143 * Enhancement - Update requests to WpStream API
144 * Fix - Missing translations and updating the POT file
145
146 = 4.7.2 =
147 * Fix - Issue with closing the onboarding wizard
148
149 = 4.7.1 =
150 * Fix - Minor styling issues
151
152 = 4.7 =
153 * Feature - Improve broadcaster experience with the new browser broadcaster
154 * Fix - Video Player styling fixes
155
156 = 4.6.7.9 =
157 * Fix - Fix default value for channel settings
158 * Fix - Initial Video Player message when the streaming has started
159
160 = 4.6.7.8 =
161 * Improvement - Decrease number of remote requests
162
163 = 4.6.7.7 =
164 * Fix - Fatal error due to loading wrong PHP file
165
166 = 4.6.7.6 =
167 * Enhancement - Moved functionality from the Hello WpStream theme to the plugin
168
169 = 4.6.7.5 =
170 * Enhancement - Added the support tab in the settings area for environment status and logs
171 * Fix - Show the option to turn on the channel only on published channels
172
173 = 4.6.7.4 =
174 * Feature - Give the video player a different look using the theme option
175 * Feature - Display a logo over the video player
176 * Enhancement - Fix issue regarding the basic streaming functionality when the video doesn't start
177
178 = 4.6.7.3 =
179 * Fix - Broken WpStream login functionality
180 * Enhancement - Automatically save changes on the plugin settings
181
182 = 4.6.7.2 =
183 * Fix - Styling of the play button over the player
184 * Enhancement - Register custom WooCommerce products
185
186 = 4.6.7.1 =
187 * Enhancement - Added new demo option
188
189 = 4.6.7 =
190 * Feature - Max viewers
191
192 = 4.6.6.9 =
193 * Fix - WpStream shortcodes not working
194
195 = 4.6.6.8 =
196 * Fix - WpStream Widgets not appearing when using Elementor
197
198 = 4.6.6.7 =
199 * Tested up to WordPress 6.8
200 * Fix - Show the self-hosted or external video even when there are no resources
201 * Fix - Creating multiple channels or VODs during the Quick Start Wizard
202 * Fix - Channel status on first page load
203
204 = 4.6.6.6 =
205 * Enhancement - Add support for uploading video files larger than 5GB
206
207 = 4.6.6.5 =
208 * Fix - Show the videos list in the Quick Start Wizard after login
209 * Fix - Fix BuddyBoss live stream issue in the News Feed and Activity pages
210
211 = 4.6.6.4 =
212 * Enhancement - Added new demo option
213
214 = 4.6.6.3 =
215 * Fix - stop file uploading when the size exceeds 5GB.
216
217 = 4.6.6.2 =
218 * Fix - plugin crashes on playground.wordpress.net
219
220 = 4.6.6.1 =
221 * Fix - display error when plugin registration times out
222
223 = 4.6.6 =
224 * Feature - basic streaming
225 * Enhancement - change text/labels
226 * Enhancement - iproved error logging
227
228 = 4.6.5 =
229 * Feature - set up import demos
230 * Enhancement - cache channel info in transient for lower api usage
231 * Enhancement - QoE adjustments
232
233 = 4.6.4 =
234 * Tested up to WordPress 6.7.1
235 * Upgrade video.js to 8.20
236 * Load ultra-low-latency scripts on demand
237 * QoE enhancements
238
239 = 4.6.2 =
240 * improve the enqueque of wpstream js files
241 * fixed the way WooCommerce "Shop Manager" user role see the admin interface
242 * replace qr code generation link since google qr code is not available anymore
243 * added stable tag
244 * Lock To Website option fix ( inversed action)
245 * Fix clicking on Create new Pay-Per-View VOD from this recording will lead to an error if WooCommerce is not installed
246
247 = 4.6.1.1 =
248 * Enhancement - QoE adjustments
249 * Enhancement - more explicit error messages
250
251 = 4.6.1 =
252 * Enhancement - Collect and send QoE data
253
254 = 4.6.0.7 =
255 * Hotfix - temporarily disable player title overlay
256
257 = 4.6.0.6 =
258 * Fix - can't play VOD due to transparent overlay
259
260 = 4.6.0.5 =
261 * Fix - the 'x' on the mute icon is 'chipped'
262 * Enhancement - add title overlay capability to player
263 * Optimization - moved code from theme
264 * Update - fpr theme changes
265 * Enhancement - show video collections above comments
266 * Enhancement - do not show actors, media categories, ratings in the admin product list
267 * Fix - exclude_from_search issue with wpstream post types
268 * Enhancement - show title as overlay
269 * Enhancement - more explicit error messages
270
271 = 4.6.0.4 =
272 * Fix - corner cases
273
274 = 4.6.0.3 =
275 * Work around youtube playback issue
276
277 = 4.6.0.2 =
278 * Fix improper content width (theme)
279 * Fix - class for warning message
280
281 = 4.6.0.1 =
282 * Fix full witdth trailer (theme)
283
284 = 4.6 =
285 * Cumulative changes to accomodate upcoming WpStream Theme
286
287 = 4.5.12 =
288 * Upgrade video.js to 8.11.5 (includes VHS v3.11.2)
289
290 = 4.5.11.6 =
291 * Fix for the case when woocommerce is not activated
292
293 = 4.5.11.5 =
294 * Upload image for category in wp-admin fix
295
296 = 4.5.11.4 =
297 * Further (minor) player adjustments for theme
298
299 = 4.5.11.3 =
300 * Player and visuals adjustments for theme
301
302 = 4.5.11.2 =
303 * Minor player adjustments
304 * Label changes
305 * Fix: code not showing price when we have wpstream_bundle in theme
306
307 = 4.5.11.1 =
308 * Tested up to WP v6.4.1
309
310 = 4.5.11 =
311 * Player changes for trailer/theme
312 * Fluid Player for Live and VOD
313
314 = 4.5.9.1 =
315 * Fix - version mismatch
316
317 = 4.5.9 =
318 * VOD Player changes for trailer/theme
319
320 = 4.5.8 =
321 * Fix - expired subscriptions may still allow access to content
322
323 = 4.5.7 =
324 * Enhanced player messages
325
326 = 4.5.6 =
327 * Upgrade video.js to v8.5.2 (includes VHS v3.5.3)
328 * Workaround for low latency content misbehaving in the presence of cache plugins
329
330 = 4.5.5.1 =
331 * Explicit changelog
332
333 = 4.5.5 =
334 * Adding security nonce on channel updates
335 * Updated youtube.min.js library to work with the latest video js player
336 * Removed vimeo support
337 * Minor code improvements
338
339 = 4.5.4 =
340 * Fixed warning message on subscriptions
341
342 = 4.5.3 =
343 * Fixed Low latency and Adaptive bit rate for auto-start channels
344 * Fixed WooCommerce notifications labels
345 * Added CSS improved for BuddyBoss player
346
347 = 4.5.2 =
348 * fix for low latency delayed start on android
349 * update video player
350 * tested up to WP 6.2
351
352 = 4.5.1 =
353 * Added Low Latancy beta to channel settings (can be enabled/disabled for each channel)
354 * Added Adaptive bitrate beta to channel settings (can be enabled/disabled for each channel)
355
356 = 4.5 =
357 * Improved functionality for low latency
358
359 = 4.4.19 =
360 * Fixed bug for wpstream channel list block
361
362 = 4.4.18 =
363 * Player adjustments
364 * Cache encryption keys
365
366 = 4.4.17 =
367 * Fixing the Zip variant
368
369 = 4.4.11 =
370 * WpStream Integration with BuddyBoss Web.
371 * BuddyBoss users can live stream from their profile.
372 * Live stream will appear on BuddyBoss Platform 'News feed'.
373 * Adding a nonce for admin setting form
374
375 = 4.4.10 =
376 * Enable on boarding for mobile
377
378 = 4.4.9 =
379 * added new customizable message- “We are not live…”
380 * added new pot file
381 * fix on WpStream player widget for Elementor
382 * fix css conflict
383 * fix on front end streaming widget for Elementor (unclosed div)
384
385 = 4.4.8 =
386 * Improved code on Captcha request.
387
388 = 4.4.7 =
389 * Fix register captcha requested too often
390 * Improved onboarding process
391 * Added video help links on settings
392
393 = 4.4.6 =
394 * Fix on getting the video list
395 * Fixed typos on plugin
396
397 = 4.4.5 =
398 * fix on onboarding wizard
399
400 = 4.4.4 =
401 * Added onboarding wizard
402 * Readme updates
403
404 = 4.4.3 =
405 * Tested with 6.0
406
407 = 4.4.2 =
408 * Fixes warnings on fresh installations for video recording list
409
410 = 4.4.1 =
411 * Update title on readme
412
413 = 4.4 =
414 * Player improvements
415 * Spelling improvements
416
417 = 4.3.5 =
418 * Player improvements
419 * Spellings
420
421 = 4.3.3 =
422 * Added channel ID on channel card
423 * Fixed css issue for mobile screen resolutions
424
425 = 4.3.2 =
426 * Fix on displaying the RTMP
427 * URL improved turning off
428 * Fixed php8 warning
429
430 = 4.3 =
431 * Added Auto Start On option
432
433 = 4.2 =
434 * Interface redesign
435
436 = 4.1 =
437 * Improved methods when dealing with video on demand files change the thumb size on item list
438
439 = 4.0.4 =
440 * "Not logged in" fixed message
441 * Branding
442 * New menu position for WpStream items
443
444 = 4.0.3 =
445 * Change token transient name to avoid login issues
446
447 = 4.0.2 =
448 * Fix: reset connection data on plugin update
449
450 = 4.0.1 =
451 * New version based on WpStream API
452
453 = 3.14.3 =
454 * Failover mechanism in case connection with WpStream is lost
455
456 = 3.14.1 =
457 * Customize the ‘Off Air’ Message on the player when you are no longer streaming by accessing the ‘Live Metrics’
458
459 = 3.12.5 =
460 * Cosmetic Code Changes
461
462 = 3.12.4 =
463 * Video Player – Playback improvements
464
465 = 3.12.3 =
466 * Added 2 new blocks for Elementor and Visual Bakery:
467 * Video on demand list
468 * Live event list (with option to show only active [live] events)
469
470 = 3.12.2 =
471 * Fix “Sorry, this product cannot be purchased.” error
472 * Fix disappearing ‘Add To Cart’ button
473
474 = 3.12.1 =
475 * Fix message display
476
477 = 3.12 =
478 * New plugin option interface
479 * Message control
480 * General subscription mode (Netflix mode)
481 * Option to control media per subscription
482 * Improved media management control
483
484 = 3.11 =
485 * Enable new Browser Broadcast action (New Generation Browser Broadcaster)
486 * Removed Delete Channel button
487 * Responsive css for event list
488 * change labels
489
490 = 3.10.1 =
491 * Fix for no thumb warning
492 * Fix for translation string
493
494 = 3.10 =
495 * Added “encode live stream” as event option
496
497 = 3.10 =
498 * Added “encode live stream” as event option
499
500 = 3.9.1 =
501 * Live metrics URL fix on event start
502
503 = 3.9 =
504 * Added share links for events
505 * Added live metrics for events
506 * Fix – default event permissions
507
508 = 3.7.1 =
509 * Enable Regular Users to Broadcast via the Front-End
510 * Fixed user permission on streaming capabilities
511
512 = 3.6.1 =
513 * Fixed spelling mistakes in plugin
514 * readme update
515
516 = 3.6 =
517 * Player detects when an event is started even if there is no transmission
518 * Updated video js library
519 * Video js library has been updated accordingly to the latest version 7.10.1 (2020-10-15)
520 * Improved chat connection and user counting
521 * Chat connection and user counting has been improved and is now able to transmit and count viewers in real-time more accurately.
522 * Low latency player shortcode and block – Beta & Manual Approval
523 * Low latency player shortcode and block have now been added and users are able to add these to Pages and Posts. Low latency is the difference of time between the recording of an event and displaying said event on a viewer’s screen. With this feature, delay between the original recording and the displayed output is decreased from 30 seconds to about 2.5 seconds. Please note, this is still an experimental feature and we are only offering it to select customers that reach out to us.
524
525 = 3.3 =
526 * Player synchronization with active events fixed.
527 * The player will detect when an active event is up and will autoplay the stream if it exists.
528 * Check if the user is logged on WpStream and display notice
529 * Added chat shortcode for both visual bakery and Elementor plugins.
530 * It is now possible to add a chat to your live-stream using a shortcode through both page builders; WPBakery and Elementor. Please note that the chat is in beta mode.
531
532 = 3.2.5.1 =
533 * Css fix for single channel broadcast interface
534
535 = 3.2.5 =
536 * Roll back to 3.2.3 due to bug in player synchronization.
537 * This issue was reproduced only on a few users and was not a universal problem.
538
539 = 3.2.4 =
540 * Player synchronization update with active event.
541 * The player will now detect when an active event is up and will autoplay the stream if it exists.
542
543 = 3.2.3 =
544 * Improved plugin interface and updated the OBS screenshots and labels.
545 * Cache clear & control for CSS and js files (during plugin updates)
546 * Separated method for serving video on demand URI
547