Owncast is a free and open-source live video and web chat server that works with existing broadcasting software.

Features:

• Self-hosted and Independent: Gives users complete control and ownership over their stream, allowing them to create the content and community they want.

• Chat: Includes a built-in chat to allow viewers to be a part of the action. Supports custom emotes and chat bots.

• Works with existing software: Users can point their existing broadcasting software at their Owncast server and begin streaming.

• The Fediverse: Allows users to reach a wider audience on the Fediverse, so people can follow and share streams on Mastodon and other Fediverse services.