A few words about Video Players as a Service
"Video Player as a Service" (VPaaS) is an online video solution that consists of a lightweight, "video player centered" platform that is offered as a service (using a monthly, pay-as-you-go model). The platform allows the creation, customization, publication and management of online video players. Additional modules extend the basic functionality with player analytics, management of player advertising and more.One of the main characteristics of VPaaS is that it separates the hosting services from the platform plans, thus enabling website owners to reduce their costs. Users can combine a platform plan that provides basic platform features, with a dedicated hosting service that covers higher bandwidth needs. At the same time, VPaaS favors users who require less bandwidth, but demand a platform rich in features.
In addition to the video hosting services provided, the platform can be used with alternative video hosting solutions such as a CDN provider, own servers and even video sharing websites such as Youtube.
VPaaS covers the middle ground between the classic video players and the online video platforms (OVP) and can be regarded both as an alternative and a complementary solution.
Create. Customize. Publish. Manage video players from the online platform
VPaaS combines the relevant benefits of an online video platform, integration with video sharing websites (Youtube) and the low price of a classic video player, so anyone could afford it.
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- It’s web-based software.
You don’t need to download or install anything. All you need is a web-browser and an Internet connection. Since the platform is not hosted on your servers, you don’t need to worry about maintenance, hardware upgrades, uptime and so on.
- Access it while on the go.
As a Software as a Service, you can access the platform from any location that offers internet connectivity. Capture some short clips while on your mountain trip or summer vacation and bring them live to your blog or favorite social network.
- No bundled packages.
VPaaS is based on the idea of separating the platform from the hosting services. Purchasing an additional module for the platform does not require you to purchase additional bandwidth alongside with it.
- It’s web-based software.
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- Always have the latest version.
Classic video players and self-hosted solution may, at one point, lack their latest updates or bug fixes. With VPaaS, you can be sure that the video platform you run your business on, is always updated.
- Learn it faster.
The solution’s clear and simple steps and actions make the workflow very easy to understand. This is to avoid costly training sessions and tech support, but also to make it an efficient tool to be used in groups or across multiple departments.
- Works with your hosting solution.
You can use a VPaaS together with an existing video hosting solution, such as your own servers or a CDN solution. Keeping the sensitive video content in a private environment and using existing architecture to reduce costs are just some of the advantages. VP Factory offers tools and support to link the video platform to your hosting solution. Please contact us if you need assistance.
- Always have the latest version.
